Senior Manufacturing Engineer – Second Shift

Carrier

Charlotte (NC)

On-site

USD 79,000 - 158,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Health Care Benefits
Retirement Benefits
Time off and Leave
Disability Insurance
Life Insurance
Tax-Advantaged Accounts
Tuition Assistance

Job summary

Carrier is seeking a Senior Manufacturing Engineer to support water-cooled applied chiller production operations. You will optimize manufacturing processes, improve product quality, and ensure safe, reliable production performance on the second shift, troubleshooting mechanical issues and sustaining world-class standards.

Responsibilities include process design, troubleshooting, workflow planning, tooling and documentation, product support, and driving continuous improvement with Lean Six Sigma.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial, or any Engineering field with 5+ years of manufacturing engineering experience OR an advanced degree with 3+ years of manufacturing engineering experience
  • 2+ years of troubleshooting skills in mechanical systems and practical knowledge of ASME standards and MIG welding
  • 2+ years working knowledge of manufacturing design, operations sequencing, and technical documentation

Responsibilities

  • Process Design & Optimization: Develop, evaluate, and improve manufacturing processes and component layouts to enhance manufacturability and ensure full utilization of equipment.
  • Technical Troubleshooting: Respond urgently to unplanned events and mechanical issues on the production floor, diagnosing and solving complex problems to minimize downtime.
  • Workflow & Layout: Design and plan the layout of assembly and materials handling operations; coordinate operations sequencing to optimize efficiency and quality.
  • Tooling & Documentation: Design and develop tooling and fixtures; maintain accurate process documentation, including tool drawings, work instructions, and quality plans.
  • Product Support: Support existing product line design activities and operational modifications to ensure current and future business needs are met.
  • Continuous Improvement: Lead or participate in Lean Six Sigma initiatives, Kaizen events, and root‑cause analysis to reduce waste and cost.
  • Technical Leadership: Provide guidance and training to second‑shift production employees and lower‑level staff to ensure consistent execution of standard work.
  • Compliance: Ensure all processes comply with safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements, including OSHA and Carrier EHS policies.

Skills

Troubleshooting
ASME standards
MIG welding
Manufacturing design
Operations sequencing
Technical documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Manufacturing/Industrial Engineering
Advanced degree with 3+ years experience

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 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.

Position Summary

The Senior Manufacturing Engineer supports Carrier’s water‑cooled applied chiller production operations by optimizing manufacturing processes, improving product quality, and ensuring efficient, safe, and reliable production performance. This role is hands‑on and requires a seasoned professional who can work independently to troubleshoot mechanical issues, implement sequence of operations, and sustain world‑class manufacturing standards. As a key technical lead for the second shift, you will play a vital role in maintaining throughput, reducing downtime, and driving continuous improvement across the plant.

Key Responsibilities
  • Process Design & Optimization: Develop, evaluate, and improve manufacturing processes and component layouts to enhance manufacturability and ensure full utilization of equipment.
  • Technical Troubleshooting: Respond urgently to unplanned events and mechanical issues on the production floor, diagnosing and solving complex problems to minimize downtime.
  • Workflow & Layout: Design and plan the layout of assembly and materials handling operations; coordinate operations sequencing to optimize efficiency and quality.
  • Tooling & Documentation: Design and develop tooling and fixtures; maintain accurate process documentation, including tool drawings, work instructions, and quality plans.
  • Product Support: Support existing product line design activities and operational modifications to ensure current and future business needs are met.
  • Continuous Improvement: Lead or participate in Lean Six Sigma initiatives, Kaizen events, and root‑cause analysis to reduce waste and cost.
  • Technical Leadership: Provide guidance and training to second‑shift production employees and lower‑level staff to ensure consistent execution of standard work.
  • Compliance: Ensure all processes comply with safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements, including OSHA and Carrier EHS policies.
Job Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial, or any Engineering field with 5+ years of manufacturing engineering experience OR an advanced degree with 3+ years of manufacturing engineering experience
  • 2+ years of troubleshooting skills in mechanical systems and practical knowledge of ASME standards and MIG welding.
  • 2+ years working knowledge of manufacturing design, operations sequencing, and technical documentation.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Ability to work independently on the second shift while collaborating effectively with cross‑functional teams.
  • Ability to leverage knowledge of manufacturing programs and systems to make meaningful enhancements to daily work.
  • Experience with chiller systems, heat exchangers, or large‑scale HVAC manufacturing.
  • Lean Six Sigma training or certification.
  • Demonstrated experience in technical leadership or mentoring junior engineering staff.
Note

Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Pay Range

The annual salary for this position is between $79,000.00 - $158,000.00 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.

Other Compensation

This position 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.

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 from JobPosting Date: 22 July 2026

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