Rinnai America Corp.
Lead Engineer, HVAC
Rinnai America Corp., PEACHTREE CITY, GA
Creating A Healthier Way of Living
Rinnai America Corporation is the leader in tankless water heating, a technology that is growing rapidly as businesses and homes "yank the tank" and convert to an efficient, endless supply of hot water and the only tankless water heating manufacturer in the US. We have a commitment to our employees and a strong, accountable culture with a practice of giving back to our communities.
Rinnai America Corporation (RAC) is looking for RAC-STARS! Check out why Rinnai is the hottest place to work https://www.rinnai.us/about/why-rinnai.
What does a Lead Engineer, HVAC do at Rinnai?
Provide engineering expertise and product development leadership to the design, application, marketing and sales efforts of Rinnai's HVAC products of North America (heat pump water and space systems, air handler units, direct vent furnaces, vent free convectors, and other space and water heating or cooling products). This will provide for a mix of talent and experiences to complement the engineering task expectations of developing comprehensive products, applications and solutions for both Residential and Commercial marketplace. Provide project leadership in support of the development of new products and applications that drive the company growth.
What you will do:
RESPONSIBILITIES
REQUIREMENTS:
KNOWLEDGE
SKILLS
ABILITIES
Ability to develop high levels of cooperation and respect from staff, colleagues, and suppliers alike.
Physical Requirements:
Physical Activities
Physical Demands
Environmental Conditions
Benefits
Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription
Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options for Medical and Dependent Care
Paid Time Off (PTO), Floating Holidays (FH)
Paid Holidays
401(k) Plan with Company Match
Company Paid Life Insurance
Voluntary Life Insurance
Short- and Long-Term Disability
Professional Development
Tuition Reimbursement
Annual Incentive Plan (AIP)
Referral Bonuses
Paid Volunteer Community Service Day
Tobacco and Drug-Free Campuses
Employee, family, and friend's discount
Rinnai America Corporation is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.
Rinnai America Corporation is the leader in tankless water heating, a technology that is growing rapidly as businesses and homes "yank the tank" and convert to an efficient, endless supply of hot water and the only tankless water heating manufacturer in the US. We have a commitment to our employees and a strong, accountable culture with a practice of giving back to our communities.
Rinnai America Corporation (RAC) is looking for RAC-STARS! Check out why Rinnai is the hottest place to work https://www.rinnai.us/about/why-rinnai.
What does a Lead Engineer, HVAC do at Rinnai?
Provide engineering expertise and product development leadership to the design, application, marketing and sales efforts of Rinnai's HVAC products of North America (heat pump water and space systems, air handler units, direct vent furnaces, vent free convectors, and other space and water heating or cooling products). This will provide for a mix of talent and experiences to complement the engineering task expectations of developing comprehensive products, applications and solutions for both Residential and Commercial marketplace. Provide project leadership in support of the development of new products and applications that drive the company growth.
- This position is located at 103 International Drive Peachtree City, GA.
- Other Perks/Benefits: Best-in-class health benefit programs that provide eligibility on 1st day of employment, 401k match, Paid Volunteer Community Service Day, and so much more.
What you will do:
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Lead and execute the planning of engineering analysis, product design and development for residential and commercial HVAC products and systems, including that meet and exceed product / program requirements.
- Develop test plans including, application development, field testing, certification, and reliability assessment.
- Develop solutions to optimize heat pump systems, heat transfer and airflow water for efficiency, performance and reliability.
- Develop heat transfer, thermodynamics, fluid mechanics design calculations for heat pump water heating and space heating/cooling systems.
- Work in partnership with product performance and certification teams to ensure products meet performance and regulatory requirements, including transitioning to low GWP refrigerants.
- Develop application solutions for both Commercial and Residential products to ensure expected and reliable product performance.
- Provide technical direction and engineering analysis to ensure successful product development.
- Act as mentor and interface with other engineers and assist with heat pump design, heat and fluid transfer, airflow and HVAC applications.
- Develop, assist, review and approve the development of technical literature for Rinnai HVAC products.
- Create and document technical data generated for assigned projects.
- Participate and support technical committees in ASHRAE, AHRI and other external agencies and organizations.
- Interface and support product and component approvals with certification and listing agencies such as UL, ETL, AHRI, Energy Star, and CSA.
- Support a collaborative environment and drive knowledge sharing throughout the engineering, certification, technical support and product performance test group.
- Actively develop new product applications and / or product solutions to support the marketplace growth of Rinnai.
- Full product application responsibility from beginning to end. Embrace and support growing business demands in a changing environment.
- Embrace new product development processes and practices.
- Awareness and compliance of Company Policies and Procedures.
- Other duties and responsibilities as required.
REQUIREMENTS:
KNOWLEDGE
- Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering or Related Field. Master's degree is a plus.
- Minimum 7 years' experience in engineering applications and product development fields related heat pump systems, and other HVAC products.
- Understanding of ASHRAE, UL, ETL, NEEA, ANSI, DOE, AHRI, Energy Star, CSA standards, processes and testing methods and requirements related to heat pump systems & HVAC products.
- Strong experience with mechanical systems, designs and HVAC product development and application.
- Experience with SolidWorks or similar 3D software for production of drawings, models, diagrams and bill of materials etc.
- Experience in HVAC design software (e.g. Carrier HAP, Trane TRACE, EnergyPlus) is a plus.
- Experience developing products via New Product Development process (Stage Gate Process).
SKILLS
- Well-developed analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Proven product development experience.
- Ability to develop and execute objectives for self and others.
- Technical proficiency in heat pumps systems, HVAC products and applications.
- Highly developed planning and organizational skills together with the ability to effectively prioritize.
- Ability to communicate with and motivate a wide range of engineering teams.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Understanding of Certification standards as they apply to HVAC products.
- Experience with the following engineering tools would be desirable. Finite Element Analysis, Computational Fluid Dynamics, Failure Modes and Effects Analysis, Design of Experiment.
ABILITIES
- Exhibit and model Rinnai Cultural Beliefs.
Ability to develop high levels of cooperation and respect from staff, colleagues, and suppliers alike.
- Ability to participate and motivate others in a collaborative engineering environment.
- High level of personal integrity and honesty.
- Ability to work in team settings.
- Collaborative problem solving and communication style.
- Ability to share knowledge within the group in all directions throughout the business.
- Results / task-oriented work ethic.
Physical Requirements:
Physical Activities
- Remaining in a stationary position, often standing, or sitting for prolonged periods.
- Communicating with others to exchange information.
- Accessing the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned
Physical Demands
- Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting or standing.
Environmental Conditions
- No adverse environmental conditions expected.
Benefits
Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription
Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options for Medical and Dependent Care
Paid Time Off (PTO), Floating Holidays (FH)
Paid Holidays
401(k) Plan with Company Match
Company Paid Life Insurance
Voluntary Life Insurance
Short- and Long-Term Disability
Professional Development
Tuition Reimbursement
Annual Incentive Plan (AIP)
Referral Bonuses
Paid Volunteer Community Service Day
Tobacco and Drug-Free Campuses
Employee, family, and friend's discount
Rinnai America Corporation is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.