Product Development Technician

Vintage Air Inc; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Benefits

Weekly pay

Paid holidays

Medical benefits

PTO

401(k)

Job summary

Vintage Air Inc in San Antonio is seeking a Product Development Technician to design and develop climate-control systems for classic vehicles. The role entails working on HVAC components and involves engineering tasks from concept through production. Ideal candidates possess a technical background in mechanical or automotive fields, with at least 2 years of CAD experience. The position emphasizes hands-on problem-solving and collaboration in a company known for its craftsmanship culture. Excellent benefits and career growth opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of CAD experience (SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or similar).
• Experience with sheet metal fabrication and multi-material assemblies.
• Working knowledge of automotive A/C systems.

Responsibilities

• Design HVAC-related components for vehicle climate control.
• Develop tools, fixtures, and prototype hardware.
• Analyze testing feedback to improve product design.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Automotive Knowledge

CAD Experience

Problem-Solving

Education

Technical background in Mechanical or Automotive engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Job description

Vintage Air, Inc. — Where Classic Engineering Meets Modern Innovation

Do classic cars, muscle machines, and custom builds spark your curiosity? Do you enjoy transforming engineering concepts into tangible, high-performance products? Vintage Air is seeking a Product Development Technician who thrives in hands-on engineering environments and wants to help design the next generation of climate-control systems for iconic vehicles.

Join a company recognized worldwide for premium custom A/C systems and play a direct role in developing solutions that enhance performance, reliability, and driver comfort for the vehicles enthusiasts love most.

What You’ll Do

As a key member of the Engineering team, you will participate in the full product development lifecycle—from initial concept and prototype fabrication to testing, refinement, and production readiness.

Core Responsibilities

• Design HVAC-related components including compressor and alternator brackets, evaporator and condenser mounts, ducts, and control panels


• Develop and construct tools, fixtures, molds, and prototype hardware for new and existing programs


• Test-fit engine compartment and passenger compartment prototypes to validate form, fit, and function


• Create engineering documentation, assembly instructions, and installation guides


• Analyze testing feedback and field data to drive product improvements and design iterations


• Identify opportunities for product and process enhancements that improve performance, manufacturability, and efficiency

What You Bring

• Technical background in Mechanical, Automotive, or related engineering field


• 2+ years of CAD experience (SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or similar)


• Experience working with sheet metal fabrication, fixture design, and multi-material assemblies (metal, plastics, rubber)


• Working knowledge of automotive A/C systems (compressors, condensers, evaporators, hoses, and refrigeration components)


• Experience creating technical assembly or installation documentation


• Hands‑on, collaborative problem‑solver with strong mechanical aptitude


• Enthusiasm for classic, muscle, and collector vehicles

Why Vintage Air?

• Industry Leadership: Work on products trusted by builders, restoration shops, and automotive enthusiasts worldwide


• Hands‑On Engineering Environment: See your designs move rapidly from concept to installed product


• Competitive Benefits: Weekly pay, paid holidays, medical benefits, PTO, and 401(k)


• Career Stability & Growth: Join a team committed to long-term employee development and internal advancement


• Craftsmanship Culture: Collaborate in an engineering-driven organization that values precision, quality, and innovation

Build the Future of Comfort for Classic Cars

If you want your engineering work to appear under the hood of some of the most exciting classic builds in the country, apply today and help Vintage Air continue setting the standard for custom automotive climate systems.

Vintage Air, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.