Project Engineer II - Commercial Products en Rheem
Rheem · Fort Smith, Estados Unidos De América · Hybrid
- Professional
- Oficina en Fort Smith
The Project Engineer II will be responsible for product design and development activities for our Commercial Rooftop Packaged and Split HVAC&R systems. As a member of the product engineering team, this position will have to perform, lead and coordinate activities related to system and component modeling, simulation, design, prototyping, testing, and analysis, and all other engineering activities from concept through product launch as well as take part in cost improvement and product maintenance activities. This position will play a key role in new technology development and validation activities.
This position will serve our Air Conditioning Division, located in Fort Smith, AR.
Responsibilities
Support engineering projects from concept through launch using Rheem's structured phase gate development process.
Conduct detailed thermo-fluid analysis of current and new products using analytical methods, in-house design tools/software and other commercial software.
Conduct necessary background research, analysis and testing of various design options as it relates to key requirements (including applicable product and test standards, performance, cost, manufacturability, installability, serviceability) and project schedule, scope and cost.
Coordinate activities as necessary with other functions such as Sourcing, Manufacturing, Quality, and Finance etc. to ensure successful completion of projects.
Actively engage with vendors of various components and sub-systems to successfully develop the product through active collaboration, specification, review, evaluation, and analysis of the purchased parts.
Design, analyze, and select components for HVAC systems, including compressors, coils, fans, valves, and controls, ensuring optimal system integration and performance.
Plan and conduct concept and validation testing to evaluate system performance, reliability, and compliance with internal and external standards.
Investigate and troubleshoot product design related problems and opportunities, documenting findingss and performing corrective/improvement changes.
Identify opportunities for product improvements and exploits these through design modifications.
Create reports and presentations on product and project activities periodically and as required.
Manage projects of large and small scale, to ensure project is executed within time, cost and budget constraints.
Acquire in-depth knowledge of the Rheem’s product, design, engineering, and service capabilities, as well as manufacturing and quality standards.
Acquire in-depth knowledge of applicable codes and standards (including but not limited to UL, AHRI, ASHRAE, IECC, Title 24).
Acquire in-depth knowledge of Rheem’s and competitive products and keep abreast of industry activities and product and technology trends.
Support the development of factory- and field-installed accessories for commercial HVAC systems.
Own and manage documentation including design specifications, engineering drawings, BOMs, test plans, and technical reports.
Drive continuous improvement and support value engineering, cost-reduction, and quality initiatives.
Perform other duties as requested, directed or assigned.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Chemical, Aerospace or related Engineering
3+ years of experience in product development related to HVAC&R equipment
Experience working in a phase gate product development environment.
Demonstrated proficiency in application of thermo-fluid modeling, analysis, design and development of products and systems.
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