Mechanical Design Engineer Specializing in HVAC

Curtiss-Wright Corporation; Cincinnati, Northern (OH, KY); Hybrid; USD 82,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

401K with Employer Match and Profit Sh

Health and Wellness Benefits

Learning and Development Opportunities

Referral Program

Competitive Pay

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Inclusive & Supportive Culture

Job summary

Curtiss-Wright Corporation’s QualTech NP Cincinnati is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer specializing in HVAC to support development and execution of customer projects in the Nuclear industry. The role analyzes requirements, develops solutions, and collaborates across stakeholders to prepare proposals and drive project execution.

You will design HVAC systems (air handling, chillers, dampers), translate requirements into system plans, support customer discussions, and travel up to 10%.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering; HVAC experience preferred.
• 2–6 years of related engineering experience.
• Ability to translate requirements into system plans and documentation.
• Willingness to travel up to 10%.

Responsibilities

• Analyze customer requirements, specifications and industry standards for proposals.
• Develop innovative, practical HVAC engineering solutions.
• Design, test and qualify HVAC systems and equipment.
• Support project meetings, site visits and customer discussions.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Organization

Presentation skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

ASME AG-1

Job description

**Mechanical Design Engineer Specializing in HVAC** **Mechanical/HVAC Engineers** at the Curtiss-Wright Nuclear Division **QualTech NP Cincinnati** location supports the development and delivery of product and service solutions by utilizing technical expertise to provide engineering and execution of customer projects. The role collaborates with internal and external stakeholders to analyze requirements, develop solutions, support proposal development, and execute project requirements on receipt of orders. The HVAC product line covers a wide range of products to support the Nuclear Industry including Air Handling Units, Chillers, Dampers, and more. As an HVAC Engineer, you will play a vital role within the assigned business segment supporting profitable growth in a dynamic industry. This position reports to the Engineering Director and requires interaction with customers, suppliers, engineering, program management, operations, sales and quality assurance to support both domestic and international products and services for the Nuclear Industry.**Location:** Cincinnati, Ohio**Salary Information:** $82,000 - $110,000 per year, plus bonus*Please note that the salary range information provided is a general guideline only. Criteria such as the candidate’s qualifications and relevant experience, the scope of the specific position, as well as market and business considerations will be evaluated when extending an offer.***We Take Care of Our People**!Paid Time Off **I** 401K with Employer Match and Profit Sharing **I** Health and Wellness Benefits **I** Learning and Development Opportunities **I** Referral Program **I** Competitive Pay **I** Recognition **I** Employee Stock Purchase Plan**I** Inclusive & Supportive Culture \\***Your Challenge:**Execute complex and highly technical inquiries and contracts by:* Analyzing customer requirements, specifications and associated industry standards and developing clear, concise and accurate technical input to proposals ensuring compliance with customer requirements.* Providing innovative, practical solutions to advance technical engineering problems.* Prepare, develop, modify and evaluate methods for designing, testing and qualifying a variety of HVAC systems and equipment.* Demonstrated success designing and analyzing mechanical systems, machinery, fluid (air, water) flow.* Determines technical objectives and develops innovative, practical solutions to advance technical engineering problems.* Supporting project meetings, walk-downs or site visits, and customer discussions.* Supporting effective customer & vendor communications, ensuring that all requirements and expectations are addressed effectively and timely.* Efficiently and effectively work towards goals in a complex, varied and highly regulated environment.**What You Bring:*** Due to the nature of work performed at this site, incumbents must be a U.S. Person.* Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related technical field, Mechanical with experience in Thermal Systems or related HVAC (pumps, fans, compressors) preferred.* Two (2) to Six (6) years of related experience in an engineering role preferred.* Ability to translate technical requirements into system plans and documentation.* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills applied to customer and engineering challenges.* Effective communication skills for presenting to customers and working across cross-functional teams.* Ability to travel (up to 10%) to customer sites as needed for technical support and implementation activities.* Commitment to continuous learning, technical skill development and collaborative teamwork.* Excellent organization, communication (written and oral) and presentation skills.* Capable of coordinating multiple responsibilities.* Knowledge of basic engineering processes and procedures and experience in a highly regulated industry (Nuclear Aerospace, Defense).* Familiarity with ASME AG-1 preferred.* Attention to detail is a must.