Product Engineer

Job Description:

The Product Engineer III at AAON plays the role to lead the design, development, and continuous improvement of HVAC products and systems. This high-level engineering position requires an advanced foundation in mechanical engineering, with a focus on design for manufacturing processes, cross-functional collaboration, and innovation. This role provides support for complex engineering projects.

The ideal candidate must have complete knowledge and full understanding of area of specialization, principles and practices within a professional discipline. Assesses unusual circumstances and uses sophisticated analytical and problem-solving techniques to identify causes.

Primary Duties

The Product Engineer III is responsible for leading the design, validation, and implementation of HVAC products and components. Enhancing relationships and networks with senior internal/external partners who are not familiar with the subject matter that often require persuasion. Adapts style to differing audiences and often advises others on difficult matters. This includes ensuring compliance with industry standards, improving product performance, and supporting manufacturing and field operations. This role requires collaboration with cross-functional teams including R&D, manufacturing, quality, and supply chain to ensure product success from concept to production.

Primary duties may include, but are not limited to: 

• Leads design products and coordinate the manufacturing process of those products.

• Work with the engineering team to design innovative new products.

• Work closely with the sales and design engineering teams to create industry-relevant products that meet project and company specifications. 

• Transform ideas into high-end products that perfectly meet the needs of our customers.

• Create complete product designs using component selection software and 3D modeling tools.

• Research new technologies and apply them to product lines.

• Use industry knowledge to develop unique product ideas.

• Update existing designs for cost reduction, innovative upgrades, efficiency, etc.

• Create models, prototypes, drawings, BOMS, etc.

• Test and validate new designs and updates.

• Keep current on product and component technology improvements and industry trends to effectively perform functions of the position.

• Work with manufacturing to optimize design for production.

• Troubleshoot customer issues.

• Assist factory personnel with testing and assembly.

• Assist the Marketing and Sales Departments with technical training and materials.

• Assist development of and work within, project budget and timelines.

• Maintain product documentation to assure engineering documentation, drafting documentation, and products are consistent.

• Give advice, analyze information, and provide technical guidance within a specific function for others within the organization.

• Consult, design, test and innovate HVAC solutions for clients of every size; as well as lead projects and provide design expertise.

• Develop and execute Product Development testing plans in support of engineering objectives. Guide testing technicians during testing.

• Analyze HVAC systems and equipment when necessary to find inefficacies or malfunctions and create solutions to optimize performance and increase the efficiency of operation.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, or a related field

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• 5+ years of HVAC related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience

• 5+ years of experience with 3D modeling software such as Autodesk Inventor (preferred) or other 3D CAD software (SolidWorks, CREO, etc...)

• 5+ years of experience with AutoCAD

• Excellent knowledge of principles and practices of engineering, preferably in the HVAC and manufacturing industries

• Understanding of thermodynamics, heat transfer, simulations, sound and vibration and electrical principles

• Ability to visualize theoretical models and design concepts

• Excellent analytical and design skills

• Excellent attention to detail

• Refrigeration and hydronics experience

• Advanced trouble shooting skills

• Experience with product lifecycle management (PLM) systems and ERP integration

• Advanced experience with problem-solving, time management, and communication skills

• Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications, and industry standards

• Able to work efficiently with minimal supervision

• Familiarity with regulatory compliance and certification processes
  or any combination of education and experience, which would provide an equivalent background.

Essential Mental and Physical Functions:

• This position requires the ability to work in both office and manufacturing environments.

• The engineer must be able to analyze complex data, make sound engineering judgments, and communicate effectively across departments.

• Occasional travel may be required to support field operations or supplier visits.

• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods

• Manual dexterity to operate computer and testing equipment

• Visual acuity to read technical drawings and perform inspections

• Occasional lifting of up to 25 pounds

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment

Work Environment:

The work is primarily performed in an office setting with regular visits to the manufacturing floor and testing labs. Exposure to HVAC equipment, moderate noise levels, and temperature variations may occur. Safety protocols and PPE are required in designated areas.

Disclaimer:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at a time with or without notice. This job description is not an exhaustive list of all functions that the employee may be required to perform, and the employee may be required to perform additional functions. The company reserves the right to revise this job description at any time.  The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily. If requested, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job, absent undue hardship.

Benefits and Compensation Summary:

We take care of our people. We offer competitive compensation and robust benefits to all full-time team members, including:

• Tuition reimbursement

• Paid time-off

• Paid holidays

• Healthcare insurance & Health Savings Accounts

• Profit sharing or Annual Incentive Plan Bonus

• Premium 401(k) plan

Pay Range:

$102,876.00 - $139,186.00