Thermodynamic HVAC Engineer

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support the thermodynamic design and development of Drycooler products.
• Perform heat-load, component-sizing, pressure-drop, and product-performance calculations.
• Select and evaluate key refrigeration and hydronic components, including heat exchangers, coils definition and details and fans.
• Develop and maintain technical specifications, calculation files, performance data, and engineering documentation.
• Support global NPDI programs from concept definition through product launch.
• Provide engineering support for engineered-to-order solutions based on proven product platforms.
• Collaborate with Mechanical Design, Electrical, Controls, Validation, Manufacturing, Procurement, Quality, and Product Management teams.
• Define test requirements, support laboratory testing, analyze results, and contribute to design verification activities.
• Investigate technical issues, perform root-cause analysis, and implement corrective actions.
• Support cost optimization, product standardization, reliability, efficiency, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure designs comply with applicable internal requirements, technical standards, and product specifications.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Energy Engineering, or a related discipline.
• 4-8 years of experience in HVAC, Dry-coolers, cooling towers or Thermal Management product development.
• Strong knowledge of thermodynamics, heat transfer, and fluid dynamics.
• Ability to perform component sizing and system-performance calculations.
• Experience analyzing test data and resolving thermal or refrigeration-system issues.
• Working knowledge of technical drawings, product specifications, and Bills of Materials.
• Understanding of product-development and engineering change-management processes.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and technical documentation skills.
• Ability to work effectively in global, multidisciplinary teams.
• Fluent written and spoken English; Italian language proficiency is preferred for effective collaboration with local functions and suppliers.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience with Drycooler, Chillers or other HVAC products.
• Familiarity with regulations, safety requirements, and HVAC product standards applicable in Europe.
• Experience with thermodynamic simulation, selection, or performance-analysis tools.
• Experience supporting laboratory validation and NPDI programs.
• Basic familiarity with CAD and PLM systems.

KEY COMPETENCIES

• Results orientation
• Technical excellence
• Ownership of deliverables
• Teamwork and global collaboration
• Attention to detail
• Customer focus
• Adaptability
• Continuous improvement
• Structured problem solving