Global Engineering Lead - R&D Design and Testing en Baltimore Aircoil Company (BAC)

POSITION PURPOSE

The mission of the Global Technology Innovation team is to identify and scale-up advanced technologies into commercializable innovations to realize Baltimore Aircoil Company’s (BAC) vision to reinvent cooling to sustain the world. Headquartered in Jessup, MD, the Global Technology Innovation team is a fast-paced, high-energy innovation driver for sustainable industrial and commercial heat rejection, thermal energy storage, thermal management, water treatment and monitoring, and carbon capture technologies. We are looking for a curious, humble, and resilient Global Engineering Lead, R&D Design and Testing, to provide leadership, motivation, coordination, and expertise to the R&D Design and Testing team, and support projects to develop and scale technologies that will create lasting sustainable value.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Lead the R&D Design and Testing team, which is responsible for providing design, prototyping, and testing expertise to the Technology Innovation team in support of Emerging Technologies and Heat Transfer Systems R&D projects, as well as other Technology Innovation-led initiatives
• Supervise, develop, mentor and motivate members of the R&D Design and Testing team
• Collaborate closely with the Global Engineering Manager, Emerging Technologies, the Global Engineering Manager, Heat Transfer Systems, and other key stakeholders to coordinate design, prototyping, and testing efforts across multiple Emerging Technologies and Heat Transfer Systems R&D projects, and other Technology Innovation-led initiatives, to support on-time, on-budget, and right first-time execution.
• Own the operation of the Technology Innovation team’s test facilities; ensure compliance with BAC and/or Technology Innovation team safety, 5S, prototyping, and testing standards, and manage dedicated budget
• Drive the continuous improvement of the R&D Design and Testing team’s design, prototyping, and testing processes, standards, tools, equipment, and facilities
• Support one of more Emerging Technologies and Heat Transfer Systems R&D projects, or Technology Innovation-led initiative by designing, prototyping, and/or testing complex components and systems, from small-scale proof of concepts to full-scale validations, including field testing.
• Participate in planning and review meetings with the Technology Innovation team.

• Provide technical expertise to the BAC organization and participate in cross-functional innovation activities.

NATURE AND SCOPE

The Global Engineering Lead, R&D Design and Testing, will report to the Global Director, Technology Innovation. As part of the Global Engineering and Manufacturing Strategy department, the Global Engineering Lead, R&D Design and Testing, will have frequent interactions with the Core Technology, Support Systems, Test Lab, New Product Introduction, and Advanced Manufacturing Technology groups within BAC, and external technology partners outside of BAC. This position is a hybrid of technical and managerial work, requiring coordination of projects, managing and mentoring R&D Design and Testing resources, and the completion of design, prototyping, and testing tasks with minimal supervision.

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or related Engineering field, or equivalent professional experience required.
• Five or more years of applicable progressively complex experience in high-performing R&D and/or New Product Development organizations required.
• Professional experience in design, prototyping, and testing of thermal-fluid systems and/or similar disciplines required; R&D or equivalent test facilities management experience preferred.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to understand product and technology concepts, specifications, and testing requirements, and develop action plans for design, prototyping, and testing work, including developing timelines and budgets.

• Ability to supervise technical staff, including prioritizing and assigning tasks and other commitments; proactive and diligent in holding direct reports accountable and providing prompt and practical constructive feedback.

• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills and ability to execute multiple projects and tasks at a given time; proactive in identifying and communicating project/task impediments and risks, and recommending potential solutions.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Professional experience with Design for Manufacturing and Assembly, and sheet metal design
• Professional experience with 2D and 3D CAD; experience with Autodesk products preferred but not required
• Professional experience with PFMEA, DFMEA, and/or other risk management tools
• Hands-on experience wiring sensors, motors, controllers, and data loggers, and configuring data acquisition systems
• Good understanding of fluid dynamics, psychrometrics, and controls theory and applications

BAC Hiring Compensation Range $77,200-132,300

BAC offers a comprehensive benefits package to include medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 401k, employee stock ownership plan, and more. Please see additional details on the BAC website at www.Baltimoreaircoil.com.  

BAC Employees are eligible to participate in an annual bonus incentive program.