Strategic Innovation Engineer - Senior R&D Leader

Aaon Coil Products Inc.

Redmond (OR)

On-site

USD 147,258 - 220,887

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement
Paid time-off
Healthcare insurance
Profit sharing
Premium 401(k) plan

Job summary

A manufacturing company in Oregon is seeking a Principal Innovation Engineer to research and develop new technologies. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in mechanical or electrical engineering, with at least 7 years of experience in product engineering, preferably in HVAC or Data Center cooling. Responsibilities include supporting engineering projects, designing prototypes, and mentoring teams. Competitive compensation and benefits are offered, including tuition reimbursement and a premium 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

  • 7+ years of experience in product engineering, ideally in Data Center cooling or HVAC.
  • Experience with product lifecycle management (PLM) systems and ERP integration.
  • Ability to interpret technical drawings and industry standards.

Responsibilities

  • Support engineering projects for developing new equipment and components.
  • Design and engineer mechanical, electrical, and control systems for prototypes.
  • Compile and analyze data from prototype tests to validate functionality.

Skills

3D CAD software proficiency
Thermodynamics knowledge
Fluid dynamics understanding
Problem-solving skills
Project management skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or electrical engineering
Master’s degree in Engineering or related technical discipline

Tools

SolidWorks
Creo

Job description

A manufacturing company in Oregon is seeking a Principal Innovation Engineer to research and develop new technologies. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in mechanical or electrical engineering, with at least 7 years of experience in product engineering, preferably in HVAC or Data Center cooling. Responsibilities include supporting engineering projects, designing prototypes, and mentoring teams. Competitive compensation and benefits are offered, including tuition reimbursement and a premium 401(k) plan.
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