Manufacturing Engineer – HVAC

About Carrier

Carrier Global Corporation, global leader in intelligent climate and energy solutions, is committed to creating innovations that bring comfort, safety and sustainability to life. Through cutting-edge advancements in climate solutions such as temperature control, air quality and transportation, we improve lives, empower critical industries and ensure safe transport of food, lifesaving medicines and more. Since inventing modern air conditioning in 1902, we lead with purpose: enhancing the lives we live and the world we share. We continue to lead because of our world-class, inclusive workforce that puts the customer at the center of everything we do. For more information, visit corporate.carrier.com or follow on Carrier social media at @Carrier.

• Position Summary

  The Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for developing, optimizing, and sustaining manufacturing processes for HVAC products within a Carrier production facility. This role ensures safe, efficient, and high-quality production while driving continuous improvement in cost, throughput, and product quality. The engineer works cross-functionally with operations, quality, maintenance, and product engineering teams to support production goals and new product introductions.

  Key Responsibilities

  Process Development & Optimization

  • Design, develop, and implement manufacturing processes for HVAC units (e.g., air conditioners, heat pumps, furnaces).

  • Optimize assembly lines, fabrication processes, and material flow to improve efficiency and reduce waste.

  • Develop standard work, process documentation, and work instructions.

  • Conduct time studies, line balancing, and capacity analysis.

  Continuous Improvement

  • Lead Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma initiatives (Kaizen events, 5S, waste reduction, etc.).

  • Identify opportunities to improve safety, quality, delivery, and cost (SQDC metrics).

  • Analyze production data and implement corrective actions for process inefficiencies.

  Production Support

  • Troubleshoot manufacturing issues and implement corrective actions on the production floor.

  • Provide daily engineering support to production supervisors and operators.

  • Collaborate with maintenance to ensure equipment reliability and uptime.

  New Product Introduction (NPI)

  • Support the launch of new HVAC products into production.

  • Develop tooling, fixtures, and equipment requirements.

  • Validate manufacturing processes through trials, pilot builds, and capability studies.

  Quality & Compliance

  • Ensure processes meet quality standards and regulatory requirements.

  • Support root cause analysis (RCA) and corrective/preventive actions (CAPA).

  • Work closely with quality teams to reduce defects and improve yields.

  Equipment & Tooling

  • Specify, design, and procure manufacturing equipment and tooling.

  • Oversee installation, commissioning, and validation of new equipment.

  • Improve automation where applicable.

  Safety & Ergonomics

  • Ensure compliance with safety standards and promote a strong safety culture.

  • Evaluate ergonomics and implement improvements to reduce risk of injury.

  Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or engineering field.

  • 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment

  • 2+ years of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement tools.

  • 2+ years of Experience with manufacturing processes such as assembly, brazing, sheet metal, and testing.

  Preferred Qualifications

  • Proficiency in CAD software and Microsoft Office tools.

  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.

  • Experience in HVAC manufacturing or similar products.

  • Six Sigma Green Belt or higher certification.

  • Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems (e.g., SAP).

  • Experience with automation and robotics.

  • Knowledge of regulatory standards (UL, ISO, OSHA).

  Key Competencies

  • Strong technical and mechanical aptitude

  • Effective communication and teamwork skills

  • Project management capability

  • Data-driven decision making

  • Adaptability in a fast-paced manufacturing environment

  Work Environment

  • Manufacturing plant setting with exposure to production equipment and noise.

  • Frequent interaction with production floor personnel.

  • Ability to spend significant time walking, standing, and supporting operations.

  Performance Metrics

  • Production efficiency (OEE)

  • Scrap and rework reduction

  • Downtime reduction

  • Cost savings initiatives

  • Safety incident reduction

  • On-time product launches

Pay Range

The annual salary for this position is between $64,500.00 - $129,500.00 annually. Factors which may affect pay within this range include, but are not limited to, skills, education, experience, and other unique qualifications of the successful candidate.

Other Compensation

This position may be entitled to short-term cash incentives, subject to plan requirements. 

Benefits

Employees are eligible for benefits, including:

• Health Care Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision; Wellness incentives

• Retirement Benefits

• Time off and Leave: Paid vacation days, up to 15 days; paid sick days, up to 5 days; paid personal leave, up to 5 days; paid holidays, up to 13 days; birth and adoption leave; parental leave; family and medical leave; bereavement leave; jury duty leave; military leave; purchased vacation

• Disability: Short-term and long-term disability

• Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment

• Tax-Advantaged Accounts: Health Savings Account; Health Care Spending Account; Dependent Care Spending Account

• Tuition Assistance

To learn more about our benefits offering, please click here Work with us | Carrier Corporate. The specific benefits available to any employee may vary depending on state and local laws and eligibility factors, such as date of hire and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Carrier EEO Statement and Accommodations Process

Carrier is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status or any other applicable state or federal protected class. Carrier provides affirmative action in employment for qualified individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with section 503 of Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act.

If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process, participate in an interview, or otherwise engage in the hiring process, please contact us at [email protected]. We will make every effort to meet your needs in accordance with applicable laws.

Application Deadline

Applications will be accepted for at least 3  days from Job Posting Date: 8 July 2026

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Use of AI

Technology-enabled tools may support parts of the recruitment process, with oversight by people.