Refrigerants Applications R&D Engineer

Orbia Fluor & Energy Materials; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 108,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with 6% company match

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Paid vacation and sick time

Parental leave

Job summary

Orbia Fluor & Energy Materials in Houston, TX, is seeking an experienced Engineer specializing in HVAC and refrigeration. The role involves developing work plans, understanding customer needs, and ensuring project excellence in compliance with safety standards.

Candidates should have a graduate degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering, with over 5 years of industry experience and the ability to travel up to 30%. A comprehensive benefits package includes a competitive salary, 401k matching, and wellness programs that start on day one.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of engineering/science experience required.
• Must be able to travel up to 30% of the time.
• In-depth understanding of thermodynamics and heat transfer.
• Precision mindset with standard laboratory practices.

Responsibilities

• Develop work plans and conduct evaluations of HVAC systems.
• Ensure safety, health, and environmental performance.
• Collaborate on next-generation refrigerants development.
• Represent Orbia in HVAC industry committees.

Skills

Research in Refrigeration/HVAC

Advanced modeling or simulation experience

Excellent presentation skills

Time management

Analytical and conceptual thinking

Project coordination

Education

Graduate degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Location

Houston, TX

Relocation Package offered to candidates willing to relocate to the Houston area.

Responsibilities

• Develops work plans, scope, and realistic timetables for all evaluations of refrigeration and HVAC systems/equipment; this will include both modelling and experimental evaluations
• Establish, direct, and deliver project and experimental process excellence, ensuring exemplary safety, health, & environment performance in all experimental activities
• Ensure technical rigor and work alignment with project and business strategic goals
• Participate in the development of our next-generation refrigerants, ensuring that they are compatible with HVAC system components (e.g. heat exchangers, compressors, expansion valves)
• Ensure Orbia’s representation in HVAC industry bodies (such as ASHRAE committees); serve as Orbia's lead for ASHRAE technical committee participation.
• Works with the applications director and Orbia's commercial teams to understand customers’ needs in the refrigeration and HVAC sectors.
• Scope: Global with initial North American focus
• Dimensions: Refrigerant Business scope

Qualifications

• Must be able to travel up to 30% of the time and have experience working individually/remotely/onsite
• Highly motivated with a proven track record of performing research within the Refrigeration, HVAC, and thermal management industry
• Precision mindset – must follow standards and standard laboratory work practices
• In-depth understanding of thermodynamics, heat transfer, and the behavior of thermal systems
• Advanced modeling or simulation experience
• Excellent presentation skills
• Time management, goal achievement, analytical and conceptual thinking, project coordination, and planningGraduate degree – Chemical or Mechanical Engineering
• 5+ years of engineering/science experience
• Experience related to thermal systems obtained during graduate studies research will be considered.

Benefits

• 401k with a 6% company match (the company will automatically contribute an extra 3% of your plan-eligible pay to your 401k)
• Multi-tier benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision) that you can tailor for yourself and dependents which include Employer-paid Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, & Life Insurance
• Wellness Employee Assistance Program (EAP), paid parental leave, Fitness & Weight-loss Reimbursement
• Additional benefits include tuition reimbursement, 11 paid company holidays, paid vacation time, paid sick time, career development opportunities, and many other benefits in a collaborative culture that focuses on work & work-life balance, innovation, & teamwork. Benefits start on day one!

The compensation for this position will typically range from $108,000 -$200,000/yr. The actual base pay offered to the successful candidate will be based on multiple factors, including but not limited to job-related knowledge/skills, experience, geographical location, and internal equity.

The compensation package may also include short- and long-term incentive compensation. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes healthcare coverage, a 401(k)-retirement savings plan, paid company holidays, paid vacation time, paid sick time, parental leave, short- and long-term disability leave, and an employee assistance program. At Orbia, we are committed to taking care of our employees and believe in providing comprehensive support so you can thrive at work and home.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Orbia is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, lactation, childbirth or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age (40 and over), national origin or ancestry, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including testing and characteristics), veteran status, uniformed service member status, or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.

Accommodation for Applicants with Disabilities

Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Please reach out to our People Team at [e-mail] to receive the application form in a more accessible format, or to arrange an accommodation / adjustment to support your participation throughout the recruitment process.