POSITION PURPOSE
The Designer Engineer will participate in the Global Engineering Group and deliver complex design mainly for new products. These designs should meet functional and manufacturability requirements while maintaining accuracy and adherence to the BAC’s Global Design Standards and compliance with applicable regulatory requirements.
PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES
- Responsible for the design and development of the product concept for the assigned NPI program.
- Designs complex sub-assemblies and product modules with general direction of design intent per BAC’s and industry’s standards
- Explore the impact that proposed designs will have on all applicable subsystems, parts and assemblies. Develops scope of work, quantifies efforts involved, technical feasibility & cost impact vs the product requirements.
- Owns the DFMEA – driving the process and resolutions to each item
- Responsible for product testing and validation of the concepts, prototypes and support initial production unit performance verification as applicable
- Owns execution & timely implementation of the issue resolutions
- Identify root cause, address and resolve issues and implement corrective actions
- Utilize agile/scrum project management methodologies to organize and manage iterative development of the new products
- Lead collaborative discussions with cross-functional teams to share, develop proposals and resolve product design & performance issues
- Provide regular presentations to stakeholders and leadership regarding project progress
- Supports product improvement and cost-out opportunities including manufacturing/field and warranty issues as applicable.
- Travel periodically to BAC manufacturing facilities to assist with prototype or pilot fabrication and assembly
NATURE & SCOPE
The Design Engineer reports directly to the Engineering Team Lead – NPI. The individual will work directly with the Team leads, Engineers, Designers, Cross-functional members and/or project manager of any projects in which he or she participates.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS
- Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent with 3-5 years of experience
- Working knowledge of Root Cause Analysis and product development process (Agile/scrum/ stage-gate / NPI)
- Proficiency in 3D modeling software (Autodesk Inventor or equivalent) and Excel
- Proficiency in reading understanding and generating electrical schematic dwgs.
- Sheet metal design experience
- Project management Experience - desired
- DFMA design (design for manufacturing & assembly)
- Hands-on prototype building and testing experience
- Highly Variable and modular product design
- Autodesk Vault or equivalent system knowledge
- HVAC / Refrigeration system working knowledge
Required Experience/Certification:
- BS in Engineering or equivalent
- CAD certificate preferred or min 3 Years (3000 hrs) of hands-on CAD experience
WORKING CONDITIONS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and walk up to 50% of the time. Domestic travel up to 10% of the time may be required.
BAC Hiring Compensation Range $63,500-$108,800
BAC offers a comprehensive benefits package to include medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 401k, employee stock ownership plan, and more. Please see additional details on the BAC website at www.Baltimoreaircoil.com.
BAC Employees are eligible to participate in an annual bonus incentive program.
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent
- 3-5 years of mechanical design experience
- Proficiency in 3D modeling software (Autodesk Inventor or equivalent)
- Min 3 Years (3000 hrs) of hands-on CAD experience
- CAD certificate
- Proficiency with Excel
- Proficiency reading, understanding and generating electrical schematic drawings
- Sheet metal design experience
- DFMA (Design for Manufacturing & Assembly) experience
- Working knowledge of Root Cause Analysis and product development processes (Agile/Scrum, stage-gate, NPI)
- Hands-on prototype building and testing experience
- Autodesk Vault or equivalent data management system knowledge
- HVAC / Refrigeration system working knowledge
- Project management experience
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What We Do
At BAC, we don’t just build cooling systems, we shape the future of sustainable solutions. With over 85 years of innovation, we lead the HVAC, industrial, and refrigeration industries in delivering evaporative, hybrid, and dry cooling technologies that power the world’s most demanding environments. Global Reach | Sustainable Stewardship | Relentless innovation From data centers to manufacturing plants, our solutions help customers reduce energy use, improve efficiency, and protect the planet. Every day, our 3,000+ employees from our 500+ sales offices and 10 factories globally work side-by-side with partners to deliver smarter, safer, and more sustainable cooling. We’re proud to be part of Amsted Industries, an employee-owned company that thrives on teamwork, integrity, and enterprise. At BAC, we’re inspired by nature and powered by our people. Founded in 1938, BAC (Baltimore Aircoil Company) is a global leader in sustainable cooling solutions. Our mission is simple yet powerful: to continually advance truly sustainable cooling, inspired by nature and powered by our people, for a world that depends on it to grow, succeed, and thrive. We serve a wide range of industries, from commercial HVAC and industrial processing to mission-critical data centers, delivering high-performance solutions that balance human and planetary health. Our Values: -- Courage -- Innovation -- Responsibility -- Trust Why Work at BAC? BAC is more than a workplace, it’s a community. We empower our employees to lead, innovate, and grow. Our culture thrives on collaboration, inclusion, and a shared commitment to sustainability. Whether you're in engineering, marketing, operations, or customer service, your work at BAC makes a global impact. At BAC, You Can: -- GROW -- MAKE AN IMPACT -- FEEL VALUED -- BELONG We are: -- Employee-owned through Amsted Industries (US only) -- Globally present with local expertise -- Leaders in sustainability and innovation








