Responsibilities
Responsibilities include but are not limited to
Project Engineering
Advanced engineering support to customers regarding complex field issues, product integrations, project conversions/upgrades, and initial design/development of a project.
Operates engineering system equipment, vibration analyzers, data acquisition and visualization tools, and test equipment to support project design, operations, and troubleshooting of systems.
Leads design reviews, analyses, site visits, project definition and execution of complex product applications for designed systems and large projects. This includes design logic and calculated analysis of controls/automation, fluid system and heat transfer product/system integrations.
Controls/Automation
Supports new project developments and technical reviews, contributing to product applications relying on project design specifications and driving product integration.
Executes the design and support of hardware automation and software-hardware integration for complex applications.
Utilizes control theory and logic to design, consult, and implement high-level applications to solve complex customer problems on an as needed basis.
Engineering Support
Utilizes computer-aided design (CAD) and simulation software such as Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD), to apply complex analyses on commercial products and drive solutions for field applications and issues.
Functions as a member of an interdisciplinary team capable of executing static, dynamic, fatigue, thermal and vibration analysis and testing, as well as product testing and field support.
Supports critical product demonstration for complex designed products to customers.
Collaborates between multiple dynamic teams ranging from field sales, field engineers, and product engineers.
Product Engineering
Works with a dynamic team of engineers throughout product design, testing, and integration of new product development at all phases, developing high-level product knowledge.
Utilizes field experience, engineering skills and analysis techniques to support complex product design reviews and new product development.
Performs product testing on hydraulic, mechanical, thermal, and controls/automation-based products for field operations and new product performance testing.
Application Engineering / Field Operations
Researches, replicates, diagnoses, troubleshoots, and identifies solutions to resolve technical company product and complex system application issues.
Collaborates with engineering test lab and product engineering to diagnose and find root cause of field issues, developing action plans of resolution to field issues.
Develops a detailed sequence of operations for Taco’s product lines, optimizing the process for product integration into customer applications.
Identifies and quantifies insights buried in data by applying creative problem solving, data exploration, and quantitative analytical skills.
Qualifications
Required
Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering
3+ years of related experience within the HVAC industry
Engineer-In-Training (EIT) certification a plus
Niagara 4 Certification with Tridium Platform (Building Automation Systems/BAS support)
Proficient in Computer-Aided Design (CAD), Computer-Aided Engineering (CAE) and Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD); SolidWorks a plus
Proficient with Microsoft Office suite (Dynamics, Visio, Planner, and Power BI)
Fluid systems experience, preferably with Centrifugal Pumps and Vertical Turbine Pumps and applications to related systems. Knowledge of the necessary components and their application also necessary.
Ability to analyze and respond to customer needs to provide exceptional customer care and resolution
Ability to articulate technical knowledge in a simple and succinct manner based on audience needs
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
Excellent organizational and documentation skills
Travel: up to 50% domestically and internationally to customer sites, tradeshows, conferences, etc.
Work Environment
This position works primarily in an office environment using computers and technology. Verbal and auditory capability are required. Occasional exposure in production plant where large equipment and noise are prevalent. Safety gear is required in these areas.
This position may work from home up to 2X/week if performance is in good standing.
This position has no direct reports.
Benefits
With nearly 1,000 people working at Taco worldwide, each with their own story, you will discover a sense of community and diverse, intelligent colleagues who help us innovate, create and explore.
Taco employees benefit from a company that
Provides competitive salaries and benefits
Offers tuition reimbursement, career development, and on-site training programs in our learning center
Believes in sharing profits with its employees
Is mindful about family, health and well-being
Fosters conditions that allow people and communities to reach their full potential
Embraces and celebrates diversity
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