Product Engineer

About the role

The Product Engineer II at AAON plays the role to work in the design, development, and continuous improvement of HVAC products and systems. This mid-level engineering position requires a good foundation in mechanical engineering, with a focus on design for manufacturing processes, cross-functional collaboration, and innovation. This role provides support on semi to complex engineering projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop the design, validation, and implementation of HVAC products and components.
• Provide standard professional advice and create initial reports/analysis for review by experienced team professionals.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, improve product performance, and support manufacturing and field operations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including R&D, manufacturing, quality, and supply chain to ensure product success from concept to production.
• Design products and coordinate the manufacturing process of those products.
• Work with the engineering team to design innovative new products.
• Create complete product designs using component selection software and 3D modeling tools.
• Update existing designs for cost reduction, innovative upgrades, efficiency, etc.
• Create models, prototypes, drawings, BOMs, etc.
• Work with manufacturing and quality to optimize design for production.
• Assist factory personnel with testing and assembly.
• Analyze HVAC systems and equipment when necessary to find inefficacies or malfunctions and create solutions to optimize performance and increase the efficiency of operation.

Requirements

• Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• 3+ years of HVAC related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 3+ years of experience with 3D modeling software such as Autodesk Inventor (preferred) or other 3D CAD software (SolidWorks, CREO, etc...).
• 3+ years of experience with AutoCAD.
• Great knowledge of principles and practices of engineering, preferably in the HVAC and manufacturing industries.
• Understanding of thermodynamics, heat transfer, simulations, and electrical principles.
• Refrigeration and hydronics experience.
• Experience with product lifecycle management (PLM) systems and ERP integration.
• Experience with problem-solving, time management, and communication skills.
• Able to interpret technical drawings, specifications, and industry standards.
• Able to work efficiently with minimal supervision.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Familiarity with regulatory compliance and certification processes.

Education and Experience

• 3+ years of experience with 3D modeling software such as Autodesk Inventor (preferred) or other 3D CAD software (SolidWorks, CREO, etc...).
• 3+ years of experience with AutoCAD.
• Great knowledge of principles and practices of engineering, preferably in the HVAC and manufacturing industries.
• Understanding of thermodynamics, heat transfer, simulations, and electrical principles.
• Refrigeration and hydronics experience.
• Experience with product lifecycle management (PLM) systems and ERP integration.
• Experience with problem-solving, time management, and communication skills.
• Able to interpret technical drawings, specifications, and industry standards.
• Able to work efficiently with minimal supervision.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Familiarity with regulatory compliance and certification processes.

Essential Mental and Physical Functions

• The engineer must be able to analyze complex data, make sound engineering judgments, and communicate effectively across departments.
• Occasional travel may be required to support field operations or supplier visits.
• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods.
• Manual dexterity to operate computer and testing equipment.
• Visual acuity to read technical drawings and perform inspections.
• Occasional lifting of up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Work Environment

• The work is primarily performed in an office setting with regular visits to the manufacturing floor and testing labs.
• Exposure to HVAC equipment, moderate noise levels, and temperature variations may occur.
• Safety protocols and PPE are required in designated areas.

Benefits and Compensation

• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid time-off
• Paid holidays
• Healthcare insurance & Health Savings Accounts
• Profit sharing or Annual Incentive Plan Bonus
• Premium 401(k) plan
• Pay Range: $77,789.00 - $105,244.00