Mechanical Engineer – Positive Displacement Compression

Carrier; Village of East Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Care Benefits: Medical, Dental,

Retirement Benefits

Time off and Leave

Disability

Life Insurance

Tax-Advantaged Accounts

Tuition Assistance

Job summary

Carrier Global Corporation is seeking a Mechanical Engineer for the Compression Module Engineering team in the USA. You will drive the design, development, and validation of next-generation positive displacement compressors, collaborating with global teams and using advanced tools to ensure reliability and performance across concepts to production.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering, 2+ years of related experience, and willingness to travel up to 10%

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering is required.
• 2+ years of experience in compressor design, analysis, testing, or product development.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally up to 10% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Apply engineering software such as Creo and ANSYS, CFX for CAD modeling and simulation of compressor structures.
• Perform mechanical design and analysis of screw rotors, bearings, shaft seals, pistons, and pressure-containing castings.
• Conduct Vapor-cycle refrigeration thermodynamic analysis.
• Collaborate with designers/drafters and participate in drawing reviews.
• Work with lab personnel to develop and execute laboratory test plans.
• Document design and development procedures in Engineering Standard Work.
• Coordinate component procurement, inventory and build for prototypes and samples.
• Prepare and present project status reports to management.
• Utilize AI tools to drive process optimization and efficiency.
• Assist in troubleshooting compressor performance and field issues.

Skills

Travel flexibility

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Creo

ANSYS

CFX

Job description

About Carrier

Carrier Global Corporation, global leader in intelligent climate and energy solutions, is committed to creating innovations that bring comfort, safety and sustainability to life. Through cutting-edge advancements in climate solutions such as temperature control, air quality and transportation, we improve lives, empower critical industries and ensure safe transport of food, lifesaving medicines and more. Since inventing modern air conditioning in 1902, we lead with purpose: enhancing the lives we live and the world we share. We continue to lead because of our world-class, inclusive workforce that puts the customer at the center of everything we do. For more information, visit corporate.carrier.com or follow on Carrier social media at @Carrier.

About This Role

As a Mechanical Engineer within Compression Module Engineering, you will play a pivotal role in the research, development, and qualification of our next-generation positive displacement compressor technologies (Reciprocating, Rotary and Screw). Working within a dynamic R&D environment, you will collaborate closely with senior engineers, laboratory technicians, and cross-functional global teams to drive the design, development, and validation of critical components, ensuring their reliability and performance. From initial concept through to production, you will leverage advanced engineering tools, simulation, and hands-on laboratory testing to optimize product quality and robustness. This position is ideal for a proactive, results-driven engineer who is eager to quickly master new technologies, bridge the gap between design and testing, and make a tangible impact on global compression solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Apply engineering software such as Cero and Ansys, CFX for CAD modeling and simulation for design, modification, and assembly of compressor structure
• Mechanical design and analysis of components such as screw rotors, rolling element bearings, shaft seals, pistons, and pressure containing machined castings
• Perform Vapor-cycle refrigeration thermodynamic analysis
• Ability to work closely with designers/drafters & participate in drawing reviews
• Ability to work closely with lab personnel to develop & execute laboratory test plans
• Document design and development procedures in Engineering Standard Work
• Coordination of component, procurement, inventory and build for first prototype, qualification samples and customer samples
• Prepare and present project status reports within a group setting or directly to management
• Utilize AI tools and techniques to drive process optimization and improve operational efficiency
• Assist in troubleshooting compressor performance and field issues

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering
• 2+ years of experience in compressor design, analysis, testing, or product development
• Must be open to traveling domestically & internationally up to 10% of the time

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree
• Expertise or demonstrated ability with CAD, 2D drawing (GD&T), and 3D modeling software
• Thermodynamics, Fluid Mechanics, Engineering Computational Tools and CAD coursework (previous Internship experience within these fields)
• Knowledge of mechanical design, troubleshooting and manufacturing processes
• Self-driven and proactive with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities
• Strong organizational, analytical and problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated team player and willing to collaborate with others on projects

Additional Information

• Must have unrestricted authorization to work in the USA. No visa sponsoring available.

Pay Range

The 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. The pay range will not be below the minimum wage applicable to the jurisdiction in which the applicant is to be employed.

Other Compensation

Thisposition may be entitled to short-term cash incentives, subject to plan requirements.

Benefits

• 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

Carrier EEO Statement and Accommodations Process

Carrier 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.

If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process, participate in an interview, or otherwise engage in the hiring process, please contact us at [e-mail]. We will make every effort to meet your needs in accordance with applicable laws.

Application Deadline

Applications will be accepted for at least 3 days fromJobPosting Date: 16 September 2026

Use of AI

Technology-enabled tools may support parts of the recruitment process, with oversight by people.