New Product Introduction Engineer

IPS Group US; Owatonna (MN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

IPS Group US is seeking a seasoned New Product Introduction (NPI) Engineer for HVAC Air Handling Units (AHU) in Minnesota. The role requires 7-10+ years of NPI experience with commercial HVAC equipment.

The engineer will lead cross-functional design efforts, coordinate with electrical/thermal design teams, and drive pilot builds, testing, and supplier evaluations to ensure on-time product launches and optimized BOM costs.

Qualifications

• 7-10+ years of NPI experience in commercial HVAC equipment.
• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical or Mechatronics Engineering preferred.

Responsibilities

• Hands-on experience with DFM/DFA, FMEA, standard work.
• System design: component selection per regulatory requirements and target specs.
• Collaborate with Electrical / Thermal Design teams during early-stage development.
• Collaborate with CAE team for digital evaluation & optimisation of system.
• Digital design: design and optimise sheet metal enclosures, structural frames, coil arrangements, and fan assemblies to minimise changes to value chain.
• Serve as primary liaison between Design Engineering, Sourcing, Quality, Facilities and Production Operations to hit launch timelines and BOM costs.
• Coordinate and lead testing, validation, and communication with test agencies.
• Lead phase-gate reviews, prototype builds, and pilot runs for new AHU configurations; validate process capabilities, cycle times, and line balances.
• Partner with supply chain teams to evaluate supplier capabilities for fans, coils, dampers, VFDs, and controls; support PPAP.
• Ensure compliance with UL 60335-2-40 : 2025, ASHRAE requirements.

Job description

Job Title: New Product Introduction (NPI) Engineer - HVAC Air Handling Units (AHU)

Experience: 7-10+ years of NPI of commercial HVAC equipment.

Key Responsibilities

Hands-on experience with DFM/DFA, FMEA, standard work

• System Design : Component selection based on regulatory requirements and target product specifications.
• Collaborate Electrical / Thermal Design teams during early-stage development.
• Collaborate with CAE team for digital evaluation & Optimisation of system.
• Digital Design : Design & Optimize sheet metal enclosures, structural frames, coil arrangements, and fan assemblies for ensuring minimal change to existing value chain ecosystem.
• Cross-Functional Coordination: Serve as the primary liaison between Design Engineering, Sourcing, Quality, Facilities, and Production Operations to hit product launch timelines and target BOM costs.
• Testing & Validation : Coordinate and get units ready for testing and coordinate and lead communication with test agency.
• Pilot Builds : Lead phase-gate reviews, prototype builds, and pilot runs for new AHU configurations. Validate process capabilities, cycle times, and line balances.
• Supply Chain & Supplier Quality: Partner with supply chain teams to evaluate supplier capabilities for specialized components (fans, coils, dampers, VFDs, and controls). Support PPAP.
• Regulatory & Safety Compliance: Ensure compliance with UL 60335-2-40 : 2025, ASHRAE requirements.

Technical Skills:

• Knowledge of sheet metal fabrication (CNC punching, laser cutting, press brake forming) and structural welding.
• Understanding of air handler sub-assemblies (coils, DX systems, chilled water loops, EC/plug fans, filter racks).
• Understanding of Sensors and adequate use
• Familiarity with electrical panel wiring and low/high-voltage testing.

Education: Bachelor of Science in Mechanical or Mechatronics Engineering