Senior Product Engineer

Air Distribution Technologies, Inc.; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 88,200 - 188,760; Full time

Job summary

A leading HVAC technology company located in Texas is seeking a Senior Product Engineer to lead product development and enhance product performance. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of engineering experience, proficiency in SolidWorks and HVAC systems, and excellent communication skills. This role involves collaboration across teams and the opportunity to mentor junior engineers. Competitive salary and benefits are included.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of progressive engineering experience.
• Proficiency in SolidWorks, VBA, MS Office.
• Willingness to travel up to 20% to manufacturing sites.

Responsibilities

• Create parts, assemblies, and drawings in SolidWorks.
• Manage engineering data using SolidWorks PDM.
• Generate technical reports and analyze laboratory data.

Skills

HVAC systems

SolidWorks

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Aerospace Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

VBA

ANSYS CFD/FEA

AutoCAD

Autodesk Revit

Job description

Senior Product Engineer at Air Distribution Technologies, Inc.

Location: Frisco, TX

Salary: $88,200.00 – $188,760.00

A senior‑level role demanding a seasoned engineering professional with a strong background in HVAC systems, product lifecycle management, and cross‑functional collaboration. The ideal candidate will drive innovation, mentor junior engineers, and contribute to strategic initiatives that enhance product performance, reliability, and manufacturability.

Key Responsibilities

• Create parts, assemblies, and drawings in SolidWorks, leveraging VBA to automate file creation and streamline documentation.
• Manage engineering data using SolidWorks PDM, ensuring accuracy and version control.
• Develop and finalize models and drawings for special product requests, collaborating with Product Managers, clients, and manufacturing engineers for approvals.
• Create and update drawings and BOMs for missing or outdated product documentation, managing files efficiently in SolidWorks PDM.
• Respond to Engineering Change Requests by releasing drawing and modeling packages on schedule.
• Review Corrective Action and Deviation Requests from production facilities, recommending corrective actions.
• Generate technical reports, graphs, and marketing illustrations to define/illustrate system performance and operating characteristics.
• Develop and manage product design schedules using the phase‑gate process, ensuring timely delivery and continuous improvement of engineering procedures.
• Collaborate with manufacturing engineers and plants to maintain design specifications, streamline lean processes, reduce waste, and recommend design improvements.
• Answer technical questions from clients, OEM representatives, and manufacturing engineers at production facilities about products to ensure seamless HVAC system integration.
• Test and evaluate software or firmware used by engineering.
• Initiate and oversee prototype / test model development and analyze laboratory data to drive product improvements and innovation.
• Test, evaluate, and compare competitor’s products, materials, designs, performance and application.
• Mentor designers and junior engineers, fostering a collaborative environment.
• Participate in meetings, seminars, and training sessions to stay apprised of new developments in technology, tools, and resources. This may include participation in AMCA, UL, DOE, ASHRAE, and AHRI committees.
• Follow and comply with company work and safety rules.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree (B.S.) in Mechanical, Electrical, or Aerospace Engineering from an accredited four‑year college or university.
• Minimum 5 years of progressive engineering experience, with a strong emphasis on HVAC systems and product development.
• Proficiency in SolidWorks, VBA, MS Office; familiarity with tools such as ANSYS CFD/FEA, AutoCAD, and Autodesk Revit.
• Demonstrated expertise in DFMA, FMEA, project management, and phase‑gate development processes.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills; ability to lead complex projects and influence cross‑functional teams.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills; capable of translating technical concepts for diverse audiences.
• Willingness to travel up to 20% to manufacturing sites for audits, product launches, and process optimization.

Preferred

• 1+ years of hands‑on and practical engineering experience with fan coil units.
• Experience with ANSYS CFD/FEA, Autodesk Revit, VBA programming, Phase‑Gate development processes, project management, DFMA, FMEA, LabView, AS400, sheet metal forming and fabrication, air movement principles, and fan/blower laws.

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