L2 NPD Engineer Dallas, TX

First Co.; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

First Co. is seeking an L2 NPD Engineer to drive HVAC product development from concept to production launch.

You will own components and subsystems, translate requirements into specs, and collaborate with CAD, labs, manufacturing, and supply chain to deliver robust designs. The role requires a bachelor’s in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, 2+ years in HVAC product engineering, knowledge of HVAC codes, and strong problem-solving and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
• Typically 2+ years of HVAC product engineering or related experience.
• Working knowledge of HVAC systems and heat transfer.
• Familiarity with HVAC codes and standards such as UL 60335-2-40, AHRI, and DOE.
• Strong communication, collaboration, problem-solving, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Own assigned component and subsystem designs and technical deliverables from concept through validation and production launch.
• Translate product and application requirements into engineering specifications and design decisions.
• Deliver designs that meet performance, cost, quality, reliability, compliance, and manufacturability targets.
• Develop and evaluate design concepts using engineering calculations, simulation, tolerance analysis, and appropriate design tools.
• Support prototype builds and conduct laboratory testing; analyze results and resolve technical issues with guidance as needed.
• Apply design-for-manufacturability, serviceability, and reliability principles to assigned work.
• Coordinate with CAD, Laboratory, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Quality, and Sales to complete deliverables.
• Manage assigned tasks, risks, and dependencies, and communicate progress.

Skills

Engineering analysis

Laboratory testing

Cross-functional collaboration

Technical documentation

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Job description

Reports To: Director of New Product Development

Exempt/Non-Exempt: Exempt

Summary/Objective

The L2 NPD Engineer supports the development of residential, commercial, and applied HVAC products by owning assigned components and subsystems from requirements through validation and production launch. The role applies engineering analysis, laboratory testing, and cross-functional collaboration to deliver designs that meet performance, cost, quality, compliance, and manufacturability requirements.

Job Description

Job Responsibilities/Goals:

• Own assigned component and subsystem designs and technical deliverables from concept through validation and production launch.
• Translate product and application requirements into engineering specifications and design decisions.
• Deliver designs that meet performance, cost, quality, reliability, compliance, and manufacturability targets.

Day to Day Tasks:

• Develop and evaluate design concepts using engineering calculations, simulation, tolerance analysis, and appropriate design tools.
• Support prototype builds and conduct laboratory testing; analyze results and resolve technical issues with guidance as needed.
• Apply design-for-manufacturability, serviceability, and reliability principles to assigned work.
• Coordinate with CAD, Laboratory, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Quality, and Sales to complete deliverables.
• Manage assigned tasks, risks, and dependencies, and communicate progress.

Work Environment/Physical Requirements

The work environment for this role is typically an office and laboratory setting, with occasional visits to manufacturing sites. The employee must be able to stand or walk during plant and laboratory activities and lift up to 25 lbs for prototype evaluations. Adherence to PPE and safety protocols is required.

Required Education and Work Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field required.
• Typically 2 or more years of experience in HVAC product engineering, product development, or a related role.
• Working knowledge of HVAC systems, components, and fundamental heat transfer principles.
• Experience with engineering analysis, laboratory testing, data interpretation, and technical documentation.
• Familiarity with applicable HVAC codes, standards, and rating requirements, such as UL 60335-2-40, AHRI, and DOE.
• Effective communication, collaboration, problem-solving, and organizational skills.