Systems Engineer- HVAC

Carrier; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care benefits

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Carrier is seeking a Systems Engineer to design, develop, and validate residential HVAC systems and components in Indianapolis. You will work cross-functionally with lab, manufacturing, and product engineering teams to deliver high-performance, manufacturable solutions.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in engineering (or Master’s with relevant experience) and a strong background in thermodynamics, heat transfer, and fluid dynamics. Onsite work and a competitive compensation package are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or technical field with at least 3 years of engineering analysis, troubleshooting, and design experience.
• OR Master’s degree with at least 1 year of engineering analysis, troubleshooting, and design experience.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop residential HVAC systems and subsystems.
• Develop and validate thermal and system-level models to support design decisions.
• Collaborate with laboratory teams on performance, reliability, and compliance testing.
• Evaluate system readiness for manufacturability and production.
• Partner with manufacturing to translate design requirements into scalable solutions.
• Troubleshoot system-level issues and support continuous improvement efforts.
• Support multiple small projects or tasks to meet program objectives.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Communication skills

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical/Chemical Engineering or technical field

Master’s degree in a related field

Tools

CREO

CAD software

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.

Position Overview

The Systems Engineer is responsible for the design, development, and validation of residential HVAC systems and components. This role supports innovation initiatives and works cross-functionally with laboratory, manufacturing, and product engineering teams to deliver high-performance, manufacturable solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop residential HVAC systems and subsystems
• Develop and validate thermal and system-level models to support design decisions
• Collaborate with laboratory teams on performance, reliability, and compliance testing
• Evaluate system readiness for manufacturability and production
• Partner with manufacturing to translate design requirements into scalable solutions
• Troubleshoot system-level issues and support continuous improvement efforts
• Support multiple small projects or tasks to meet program objectives

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or technical field and at least 3 years of experience with engineering analysis, troubleshooting, and design
• OR Master’s degree and at least 1 year of experience with engineering analysis, troubleshooting, and design

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of thermodynamics, heat transfer, and fluid dynamics
• Experience in HVAC system design or related field
• Knowledge of material science and reliability engineering fundamentals
• Experience with design of experiments and data analysis techniques
• Experience with CREO, CAD software

Core Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• High attention to detail and organization
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to collaborate effectively across cross-functional teams

Additional Information

• This role requires onsite presence in Indianapolis
• Candidates should be comfortable working with lab teams, technicians, and manufacturing partners
• Must be permanent US resident

Pay Range

The annual salary for this position is between $64,500.00 - $129,500.00 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. The pay range will not be below the minimum wage applicable to the jurisdiction in which the applicant is to be employed.

Other Compensation

Thisposition may be entitled to short-term cash incentives, subject to plan requirements.

Benefits

Employees are eligible for benefits, including:

• 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

The specific benefits available to any employee may vary depending on state and local laws and eligibility factors, such as date of hire and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

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.

If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process, participate in an interview, or otherwise engage in the hiring process, please contact us at [e-mail]. 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 fromJobPosting Date: 17 September 2026

Use of AI

Technology-enabled tools may support parts of the recruitment process, with oversight by people.