Senior Mechanical Engineer | Chiller Systems

Leonardo DRS; High Ridge (MO); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Telemedicine and wellness programs

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Leonardo DRS in High Ridge, MO seeks a Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead development of marine water-cooled chiller systems, including heat exchangers and HVACR equipment for commercial and defense markets. The role focuses on new product development and supporting legacy products, with emphasis on centrifugal chiller systems.

Responsibilities include leading projects, sizing equipment, evaluating components, supplier engagement, design reviews, and producing technical docs and BOMs for

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering (or related field).
• Experience designing chiller systems, esp. centrifugal water-cooled chillers.
• Experience leading engineering projects developing new systems.
• Knowledge of LGWP refrigerants used in HVAC&R systems.
• Experience drafting with mechanical equipment and providing technical documentation.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support projects developing marine chiller systems including centrifugal compressor systems.
• Engineer HVAC&R equipment for sizing, selection, and performance predictions.
• Specify and evaluate supplier components, subsystems, and services.
• Engage in supplier scouting and evaluation for new projects.
• Recommend design approaches to meet production requirements for new or improved products.
• Investigate and resolve product or process problems.
• Develop product designs, manufacturing drawings, BOMs and supporting docs for fabrication and prototyping.
• Review customer specs for bids and develop compliant designs.
• Create technical documentation, manuals, and procedures.

Skills

Chiller system design

Project leadership

HVAC&R knowledge

Technical documentation

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

PTC Creo

AutoCAD Mechanical 2D

CAD/PLM platforms

ASME Y14.100 drafting

Job description

The Leonardo DRS Naval Power Systems business is a trusted provider of innovative naval gas and hybrid power systems, control technology and support solutions for the U.S. Navy and navies around the world.

Job Summary

Join our High Ridge, MO Engineering team as a Senior Mechancial Engineer primarily focused on developing marine, water-cooled chiller systems. In this role, you will lead the development of new products (heat exchangers, heating, air conditioning, refrigeration, and air handling systems for commerical and defense markets) and support legacy products.

What You Will Do

• Lead and support projects in the development of marine chiller systems including centrifugal compressor systems.
• Engineering of HVAC&R equipment for component sizing, selection, and performance predictions.
• Specify and evaluate supplier components, subsystems, and services.
• Participate in supplier scouting, evaluation and engagement activities in support of new projects.
• Evaluate and recommend design approaches to meet production requirements for new or improved products or services.
• Investigate and recommend solutions to product or process problems.
• Support development of product designs, manufacturing drawings, bills of material and associated supporting documentation for fabrication and delivery of products and prototypes.
• Review customer specifications and requirements in support of bids and proposals and develop compliant designs for product development.
• Develop technical documentation, manuals, and procedures.

Education & Education Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related technical field.
• Experience designing chiller systems, especially centrifugal water-cooled chiller systems, and a strong understanding of the theory of operation of both.
• Experience leading engineering projects especially developing new systems.
• Knowledge of standards and LGWP refrigerants used in HVAC&R systems.
• Engineering or design experience with mechanical equipment, assemblies and components including machined components, welded structures; comfortable and competent writing and creating technical documentation.

Additional Desired Qualifications

• Experience with HVAC&R (air conditioning, air handling and refrigeration) equipment and suppliers.
• Experience designing and drafting with PTC CREO, AutoCAD Mechanical 2D or similar CAD/PLM platforms.
• Basic experience creating drawings (drafting) following ASME Y14.100 and associated documentation such as bill of materials.
• Understanding of ASHRAE test requirements and certification of Air Conditioning, Refrigeration, and Air Handling systems.
• Experience conducting product design/technology reviews with customers and capturing product needs.
• Experience designing defense products, especially for the US Navy and good working knowledge of Navy/MIL Standards.

U.S. Citizenship required. This position may require an active DOD security clearance or the ability to obtain such clearance within a reasonable time after commencement of employment.

Taking care of our people is a top priority at Leonardo DRS. We are proud to offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a company contribution to a health savings account, telemedicine, life and disability insurance, legal insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan. We champion wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being. We develop our talent by offering programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement. And we understand there is more to life than work, and the importance of offering flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program, competitive vacation, health/emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community service hours.

Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.