System Design Engineering Manager

Spheros North America, Inc.; Elkhart (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-related salary package

Career development opportunities

Flexible working models

Innovative work environment

Job summary

Spheros North America, Inc. is seeking a Design Engineering Manager for their Elkhart, IN site. In this position, you will lead the design team in developing HVAC systems according to project specifications. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience in bus or automotive HVAC systems design, alongside strong leadership and communication skills.

The role offers a performance-related salary package and opportunities for career development within a modern working environment.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of experience in bus/automotive/HVAC systems design.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC system design principles.
• Good organizational skills – self-motivated, results oriented.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design team to develop HVAC systems based on requirements.
• Release system components to achieve performance and reliability targets.
• Develop test plans for reliability/performance of HVAC systems.

Skills

HVAC system design principles

Load calculations

Equipment selection

Organizational skills

Documentations and communication

Leadership skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or related field

Job description

Spheros is a global technology company and market leader in the development and production of innovative solutions for heating systems, air conditioning and refrigeration technology, as well as intelligent regulation and control systems. We partner with the international commercial vehicle industry and operate worldwide in eleven countries at 12 locations. Our teams develop and produce cutting‑edge technology that shapes the future of urban mobility.

Position Summary

We are looking for a Design Engineering Manager for the site in Elkhart, IN.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design team to develop HVAC systems based on project requirements and customer specifications.
• Release system components to achieve all performance, durability, and reliability targets.
• Define HVAC component operating requirements to suppliers.
• Develop test plans for reliability/performance of components and HVAC systems to ensure compliance with customer requirements.
• Coordinate development testing and hardware requirements, including component interfaces and measurement.
• Contribute to project documentation, i.e., bill of materials (BOM), design for manufacturability (DFMA), design verification & validation reports (DVP\&R), and specifications.
• Provide technical expertise for other functions (warranty, plant process, management).
• Provide mechanical/electrical technical support to production and quality teams through the implementation of changes to equipment, tooling or processes.
• Report functionally to the R&D Manager for any mechanical, thermal, thermodynamic or acoustic issues and/or enforcement of engineering guidelines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or a closely related field.
• At least 5 years of experience in bus/automotive/HVAC systems design.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC system design principles, load calculations, and equipment selection.
• Good organizational skills – self‑motivated, results oriented.
• Strong documentation and communication skills for presentations, reports, and interfacing internally and with customers.
• Strong leadership skills and management experience to guide and develop junior engineering/design staff.
• Experience with problem‑solving and utilization of problem‑solving tools.

Benefits

• Performance‑related salary package.
• Career development with scope to develop your own ideas and opportunities worldwide.
• Flexible working models that harmonize professional and private life.
• Flat hierarchies and modern working methods providing an innovative environment.
• Opportunity to work on trend topics of tomorrow’s mobility and contribute to the vehicle of the future.

Additional Information

Schedule: Full time
Employee Status: Regular
Job Posting Date: 2025‑04‑15