Sr Engineer I - Product Development
Overland Park, Kansas (KS), US
Building the people that build the world.
With platforms in HVAC and Detection and Measurement, SPX Technologies builds innovative solutions that enable a safer, more efficient, sustainable world. Through our RiSE talent development framework, we Reach, Identify, Strengthen, and Engage our employees to support them in their continued development. We’re a global company of problem solvers, collaborators, and innovators, and our businesses build solutions that impact the world.
As part of HVAC Cooling, SPX Cooling Technologies is a leader in high quality industrial HVAC equipment used to cool large facilities like hospitals, data centers, and power plants. With cooling towers, fans, and refrigeration units, companies rely on brands like Marley, Recold, and SGS to provide comfort and mission critical and industrial cooling solutions.
How you will make an Impact (Job Summary)
SPX is a diverse team of unique individuals who all make an impact. As a Senior Engineer I – Product Development, you will be working in a design and development role across engineering disciplines for complex projects across various product lines, components, controls, and materials. Responsibilities include a mix of product design and coordinating teams internally and externally to develop cost-effective new products, directing the work of engineers, technicians, and designers, ensuring integrity and compliance with codes and standards. Additionally, tasks involve software / control logic development, performing tests, technical bid evaluations, expediting vendor processes, and developing project plans. Success in this position requires extensive engineering experience, strong technical and communication skills, and the ability to work independently on complex technical challenges.
This role encourages innovation and continuously improves efficiency of technical support, monitors advances of technology and competition, and supports global and acquisition-related technical issues in areas of expertise.
What you can expect in this role (Job Responsibilities)
While each day brings new opportunities at SPX, your core responsibilities will be:
- Technical Leadership
- Be creative, develop new designs and solutions to problems.
- Serve as a technical expert and consultant to sales and construction teams, both internally and in the field, as well as customers.
- Assign and review work of technicians, designers, and other engineers.
- Train and mentor new engineering employees
- Perform engineering calculations to validate designs.
- Lead design reviews and act as the primary engineering interface with Manufacturing, Sourcing, Product Management, Sales, and Customer Support.
- Product Development Project Management
- Develop project plans, manage projects and tasks to meet schedule.
- Execute project-specific document control.
- Review, approve, and control vendor-supplied engineering documents.
- Provide support to site erection and commissioning teams.
- Documentation and Compliance
- Develop project-specific operating and maintenance manuals.
- Write engineering specifications for tower lines and components.
- For contractual purposes, verify and provide proof of job completion and meeting specification requirements.
- Sign and approve drawings for new and project specific designs and for drawings that are product standards.
- Testing and Support
- Troubleshoot, repair, and improve production equipment.
- Conduct product testing during development and post-installation to verify software and data development.
- Witness third-party contractual tests.
- Provide pricing information for new quotes.
What we are looking for (Required/Ideal Experience, Skills, Education)
We each bring something to the table, and we are looking for someone who has:
Required Experience & Skills
- 5+ years of experience
Ideal Experience & Skills
- Experience with design for manufacturing methods
- Experience with solids-based CAD/CAM software
- Experience with SAP ERP Systems
- Experience in AutoCAD, MathCAD, RISA2D, and RISA3D
- Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint required.
- Experience working with teams in different physical locations.
- Experience with software development and control systems
- Basic understanding of design and application of components for cooling towers.
- Knowledge of and ability to apply the fundamental concepts, practices, and procedures of HVAC equipment design.
- Broad knowledge and application of principles, practices, and procedures of cooling tower design and structural engineering to the completion of difficult assignments.
- Highly creative.
- Strong ability to visualize complex spatial geometry.
- Passionate about product development and persistent and patient enough to continue to strive for solutions to difficult problems.
Education & Certifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering
- Master’s degree in Engineering or 5+ years work experience
- Has met all the educational requirements and standards to be certified as an EIT (Engineer in Training) after passing the FE exam
Travel & Working Environment
- Onsite office environment, Monday – Friday; Hybrid work schedule available after satisfactory completion of probationary period.
- Willingness to travel at least 20% of the time.
- The position may require working occasionally outside normal work hours.
- Keyboarding/typing.
- Ability to read effectively from a computer screen and/or a paper copy.
- Ability to handle a large volume of work and perform multiples tasks in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to communicate effectively verbally.
How we live our culture
Our culture is at the center of what we do and, more importantly, who we are. Our core values set a standard for how we manage ourselves, and our Leadership Model sets the standard for how we engage with each other. Whether you are an individual contributor or you lead a large team, each of us leads at SPX.
What benefits do we offer?
We know that the well-being of our employees is integral. Our benefits include:
- Generous and flexible paid time off including paid personal time off, caregiver, parental, and volunteer leave
- Competitive health insurance plans and 401(k) match, with benefits starting day one
- Competitive and performance-based compensation packages and bonus plans
- Educational assistance, leadership development programs, and recognition programs
Our commitment to embrace diversity to build a culture of inclusion at SPX
We value different backgrounds, experiences, and voices at SPX, and we are committed to challenging ourselves, openly communicating, and striving to improve every day. We believe in creating an inclusive work environment where everyone has a voice and is encouraged to realize their fullest potential.
SPX is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer committed to making selection decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation or identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis.