Principal Engineer

About the role

HANSEN Technologies is a global leader in the design and manufacturing of valves and controls for large industrial refrigeration systems. We are known for delivering high-quality, innovative products backed by exceptional customer service and unmatched technical expertise.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver innovative products and services that solve customer pain points and address unmet market needs
• Lead new product development for industrial and commercial refrigeration systems, including valves, sensors, and controls (level, gas, pressure, flow, temperature)
• Analyze operational, test, and research data to establish technical requirements and product specifications
• Collaborate with customers, suppliers, and internal teams to define product requirements and ensure successful execution
• Translate customer needs, application complexity, and market trends into aligned product and technology roadmaps
• Execute product development through the Hansen new product development process, with emphasis on voice of customer, risk management (DFMEA/PFMEA), design validation, supplier readiness, and production handoff (control plans, PPAP)
• Build and manage strategic partnerships with engineering consultants, suppliers, and research institutions to expand technical capabilities
• Manage projects and programs by defining scope, schedules, budgets, and key milestones, and driving cross-functional execution
• Communicate and align across commercial, engineering, operations, quality, suppliers, and customers to ensure timely delivery of objectives
• Mentor and support engineering, operations, and quality teams in mechanical and refrigeration principles and cross-functional best practices

Requirements

• BS or MS in Mechanical Engineering
• 10+ years of progressively responsible experience delivering new products, technologies, and product improvements
• Strong background in electro-mechanical product development for industrial or commercial refrigeration systems, including valves, sensors, controls, and instrumentation
• Proven ability to translate customer needs and market trends into clear product requirements and technology roadmaps
• Hands-on experience with structured product development processes, including DFMEA, PFMEA, design validation, PPAP, and supplier readiness
• Demonstrated project and program management capability, including planning, budgeting, scheduling, and milestone execution
• Able to collaborate effectively across cross-functional teams and external partners
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to mentor and develop others in mechanical and refrigeration principles

Qualifications

The listed requirements represent the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for the role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Skills

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Benefits

Heath, Dental, Vision Insurance
Health Savings/Flexible Spending Accounts (HSA/FSA)
Life & Supplemental Insurance
401(K) Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off (PTO)
11 Paid Holidays

Pay

N/A

Schedule

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