Staff Eng, ChemMtrlsEngrg

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Position Summary:

This individual would have responsibility for development and validation of critical materials technologies, processes and suppliers supporting HVAC applications throughout Carrier.  They would be responsible for supporting product across the design life, from initial technology development, through implementation, production and post-production efforts.  This includes both conducting or coordination of materials evaluations, interpretation of data, development of models and communication of results.

This position will have a critical role in supporting local manufacturing through evaluation of alternate materials, processes and suppliers for continuous improvement and value engineering.  We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled engineer with a strong background in materials science and engineering.  They will drive materials development both locally and globally, while providing direct on-site support to local manufacturing, through excellence in root cause analysis.  They will be supported by a global team of experts and local team of engineers and technicians.

Key Job Responsibilities:

• Support materials and component development with detailed evaluations, analysis, reporting and communication.

• Communicate to management and internal customers on plans, risks and results, through both written and verbal channels in English and Spanish.

• Balance significant workload (support multiple projects, lead several projects).  Propose priorities and readily shift activities to maximize impact.

• Develop new methodologies, equipment and capabilities to characterize and qualify materials and components, along with associated standard work.

• Conduct failure analysis as necessary factory issues, document results and propose root cause.

• Clearly articulate value of work conducted; proactively mitigate schedule risks and implement improvements.

• Assist in the development of the local team, recommending and developing training in areas of expertise.

• Maintain a safe working environment, following all procedures and PPE requirements.

• Must be self-driven and capable of conducting extensive development without frequent supervisor input.

• Must maintain an acceptable attendance, performance and discipline record.

Experience / Qualifications:

• 8-12+ years of experience in research and development and/or factory support required with HVAC or adjacent manufacturing industry experience (appliance, automotive, etc) preferred.

• Manufacturing process and materials property validation and the associated equipment (microscopy, hardness, metallurgical mounts, etc) experience strongly preferred. 

• Experience with mechanical characterization and testing methods, including tensile, bending, fatigue, high temperature testing, as well as a good understanding of microstructure/ mechanical properties relationships.

• Good background in metal processing and manufacturing processes, including sheet metal forming, extrusion, drawing, casting, welding and brazing processes.

• Expertise in aluminum, copper and steel materials, processing and failure modes required.  Familiarity with governing specifications (ASTM, ASME, ISO) strongly preferred.

• Experience with electromechanical systems including heat exchangers, compressors, motors and structural elements or similar systems preferred.

• Familiarity with corrosion evaluations and design for corrosion resistance through application of coatings and paints would be a significant benefit.

• Expertise in basic software operation (Microsoft office) required.  Familiarity with specialty software for analysis, tracking and simulation (Minitab, JMP, Labview, Ansys/Nastran FEA, etc) would be a significant benefit.

Education:

BS in Materials, Chemistry, or Engineering with 8-12+ years relevant experience materials technology development, implementation to product and/or manufacturing

MS or PhD in Materials or Chemical Engineering with 4-8+ years relevant experience materials technology development, implementation to product and/or manufacturing

Carrier is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.

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