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About this role The New Product Development Engineer (Systems Engineer) will support the design, development, and validation of residential HVAC systems. This role is responsible for applying engineering principles across thermodynamics, fluid dynamics, and system architecture to deliver high-quality, reliable products.
The individual will work cross-functionally with design teams, lab technicians, and manufacturing partners to support product development from concept through testing and production. This position is based onsite in Indianapolis, IN and requires strong technical expertise, collaboration skills, and a self-starter mindset.
Key Responsibilities - Develop and design residential HVAC systems and subsystems, including thermodynamic and electro-mechanical components
- Evaluate and qualify HVAC components in accordance with reliability and performance standards
- Develop and validate thermal models to support system performance and design decisions
- Collaborate with lab technicians to build prototypes and support system testing (performance, reliability, and regulatory)
- Troubleshoot complex HVAC system issues and drive root-cause analysis and resolution
- Partner with design and engineering teams to translate requirements into components, subsystems, and finished products
- Support system-level analysis across the product lifecycle (design, testing, manufacturing, and operation)
- Evaluate systems for manufacturability, reliability, and continuous improvement opportunities
- Contribute to multiple projects, owning small projects or key technical deliverables
Basic Qualifications - Bachelor's degree in Engineering with 3+ years of engineering experience, OR Master's degree in Engineering
Preferred Qualifications - Understanding of thermodynamics, heat transfer, and fluid dynamics
- Knowledge of HVAC system architecture, controls, and electro-mechanical systems
- Experience with engineering problem-solving, troubleshooting, and data analysis
- Ability to work cross-functionally in a fast-paced product development environment
- Strong communication, organizational, and analytical skills
- Experience in HVAC systems or related thermal/mechanical product development
- Knowledge of reliability engineering principles and testing methodologies
- Experience with system modeling tools (MATLAB, Modelica, Python)
- Familiarity with design of experiments (DOE) and data analysis techniques
- Experience working with lab environments, prototype builds, and validation testing
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently
Additional Information - This position is 100% onsite in Indianapolis, IN
- Standard work hours are typically 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM with some flexibility
- Travel is minimal (<10%) and primarily to other company or supplier locations
- Must have unrestricted authorization to work in the USA. No visa sponsoring available
Pay RangeThe annual salary for this position is between $64,500.00 - $129,500.00 annually. Factors which may affect pay within this range include, but are not limited to, skills, education, experience, and other unique qualifications of the successful candidate.
Other CompensationThis position may be entitled to short-term cash incentives, subject to plan requirements.
BenefitsEmployees are eligible for benefits, including:
- Health Care Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision; Wellness incentives
- Retirement Benefits
- Time off and Leave: Paid vacation days, up to 15 days; paid sick days, up to 5 days; paid personal leave, up to 5 days; paid holidays, up to 13 days; birth and adoption leave; parental leave; family and medical leave; bereavement leave; jury duty leave; military leave; purchased vacation
- Disability: Short-term and long-term disability
- Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment
- Tax-Advantaged Accounts: Health Savings Account; Health Care Spending Account; Dependent Care Spending Account
- Tuition Assistance
To learn more about our benefits offering, please click here Work with us | Carrier CorporateThe specific benefits available to any employee may vary depending on state and local laws and eligibility factors, such as date of hire and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
Carrier EEO Statement and Accommodations ProcessCarrier is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status or any other applicable state or federal protected class. Carrier provides affirmative action in employment for qualified individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with section 503 of Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act.
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Application DeadlineApplications will be accepted for at least 3 days from Job Posting Date: 22 May 2026
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