Thermodynamic HVAC Engineer

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support the thermodynamic design and development of Drycooler products.


• Perform heat-load, component-sizing, pressure-drop, and product-performance calculations.


• Select and evaluate key refrigeration and hydronic components, including heat exchangers, coils definition and details and fans.


• Develop and maintain technical specifications, calculation files, performance data, and engineering documentation.


• Support global NPDI programs from concept definition through product launch.


• Provide engineering support for engineered-to-order solutions based on proven product platforms.


• Collaborate with Mechanical Design, Electrical, Controls, Validation, Manufacturing, Procurement, Quality, and Product Management teams.


• Define test requirements, support laboratory testing, analyze results, and contribute to design verification activities.


• Investigate technical issues, perform root-cause analysis, and implement corrective actions.


• Support cost optimization, product standardization, reliability, efficiency, and continuous improvement initiatives.


• Ensure designs comply with applicable internal requirements, technical standards, and product specifications.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Energy Engineering, or a related discipline.


• 4-8 years of experience in HVAC, Dry-coolers, cooling towers or Thermal Management product development.


• Strong knowledge of thermodynamics, heat transfer, and fluid dynamics.


• Ability to perform component sizing and system-performance calculations.


• Experience analyzing test data and resolving thermal or refrigeration-system issues.


• Working knowledge of technical drawings, product specifications, and Bills of Materials.


• Understanding of product-development and engineering change-management processes.


• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and technical documentation skills.


• Ability to work effectively in global, multidisciplinary teams.


• Fluent written and spoken English; Italian language proficiency is preferred for effective collaboration with local functions and suppliers.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience with Drycooler, Chillers or other HVAC products.


• Familiarity with regulations, safety requirements, and HVAC product standards applicable in Europe.


• Experience with thermodynamic simulation, selection, or performance-analysis tools.


• Experience supporting laboratory validation and NPDI programs.


• Basic familiarity with CAD and PLM systems.

KEY COMPETENCIES

• Results orientation


• Technical excellence


• Ownership of deliverables


• Teamwork and global collaboration


• Attention to detail


• Customer focus


• Adaptability


• Continuous improvement


• Structured problem solving