Nortek Air Solutions Careers

Position Summary: 

The Design/Product Engineer will design and develop new products as well as maintain and improve current products from a design standpoint based on customer feedback and sales requirements.

Position Responsibilities:

• Design and develop new products, from 3D modeling to drawing creation and production implementation
• Support design for manufacturability and collaborate with production teams to ensure efficient and cost-effective manufacturing
• Conduct engineering simulations and basic analysis to validate product performance
• Apply sound engineering knowledge with aesthetics to design products which look as good as they function
• Provide directions to factory and suppliers on production processes and facilitate product problem resolution when necessary
• Partner with the plant development team to meet project timing and cost targets
• Work with production teams to review drawings, documents, and CAD models for development projects
• Meet as required with Sales, Marketing, Production, Quality and other departments to communicate project status and solicit feedback
• Ensure completeness of production qualification, including testing and manufacturing capability verification
• Carry out physical testing of parts, both in the field and in the test lab
• Design and carry out design changes and modifications to new and existing parts, jigs, fixtures and tools as required
• Work with manufacturing team on vendor sourcing, selecting, and contract negotiations
• Carry out design for manufacturability of parts and components
• Successfully manage 10 – 15 projects simultaneously
• Successfully manage complex technological developments and difficult customer interactions

Position Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or related discipline
• At least five years of experience in product development and detailed part/system design
• Ability to take a product from concept to detailed design and into production
• Knowledge of a variety of engineering tools such as FEA, FMEA, and Lean practices
• Knowledge of a variety of materials and manufacturing processes
• Strong technical bicycle drivetrain knowledge including mechanical aptitude in building and troubleshooting bicycles and components
• The ability to work collaboratively within a team environment
• Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills and strong analytical and critical thinking skills
• Must be able to read and evaluate mechanical drawings and technical specifications
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Project, Excel, PowerPoint, Word, with advanced CAD skills and modeling experience
• Hands-on work in lab or manufacturing setting
• Knowledge of product development and sourcing in Asia, preferred
• Experience in automotive, power sports, consumer products, or related industry, preferred
• Some travel required

Nortek Air Solutions, LLC, offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package. To learn more about Nortek Air Solutions, please visit our company website at http://www.nortekair.com/.

About Nortek Air Solutions:

Nortek Air Solutions, LLC (NAS) is a Madison Industries company. Madison Industries is one of the largest and most successful privately held companies in the world and has a robust portfolio of indoor air quality solutions. Madison builds entrepreneurially driven, branded market leaders that are committed to making the world safer, healthier, and more productive by creating innovative solutions that deliver outstanding customer value.

NAS is the largest manufacturer of custom heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) equipment in North America. Its products include FANWALL TECHNOLOGY®, air handlers, packaged DX, vertical self-contained systems, energy recovery ventilators with integrated heating and cooling systems, coils and more. NAS has five strategically located manufacturing facilities which encompass over 2 million square feet of clean space and 180 sales representative offices. NAS’s brands are known for innovation and advanced technology and provide customers with product solutions for every industrial need including commercial air handlers, clean room systems, and mission critical technology. NAS’s end markets include healthcare, education, industrial, commercial, clean rooms, and data centers.

Nortek Air Solutions, LLC, is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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