Mechanical Engineer

About Carrier
Carrier Global Corporation, global leader in intelligent climate and energy solutions, is committed to creating solutions that matter for people and our planet for generations to come. From the beginning, we've led in inventing new technologies and entirely new industries. Today, we continue to lead because we have a world-class, diverse workforce that puts the customer at the center of everything we do. For more information, visit or follow Carrier on social media at @Carrier.

About This Role
Carrier's Technology & Components Compression Technology team
is seeking a driven, innovative, and self-directed engineer to join our Syracuse, NY location. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in the design of turbomachinery, compressors, engines, or other high-speed rotating equipment, along with familiarity in manufacturing processes such as casting, forging, CNC machining, dynamic balancing, lubrication, and bearings—critical for effective decision-making.

We value individuals who are self-motivated, possess excellent verbal and written communication skills, demonstrate sound judgment, and thrive in high-energy environments. This role involves collaboration with global stakeholders and may require up to 20% travel. You'll have the opportunity to work on a variety of impactful projects and contribute to cutting-edge engineering solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate dedicated design/drafting teams in compressor design to implement product changes from concept through to production, interfacing with manufacturing and suppliers.
• Mechanical design and analysis of components such as rotating equipment, rolling element bearings, shaft seals, and pressure containing machined castings.
• Understand the physics of the compression process and interaction with system to advance existing models improving performance prediction, speed and quality of design.
• Contribute to the development of physics based thermal and mechanical models of compressors used in HVAC&R systems. Perform model calibration, validation, and physics-based analysis of system behaviors.
• Complete numerical analysis to simulate compressor system and component performance.
• Apply knowledge of DOE, FMEA, tolerance analysis, simulation, and statistical methods to improve robustness and quality of compressor designs.
• Deliver solutions that are most cost effective, efficient, and reliable. Develop & review qualification plans for components in compressors in situ and at the supplier.
• Ability to work closely with designers/drafters & participate in drawing reviews.
• Work closely with lab personnel to develop & execute laboratory test plans.
• Coordination of components, procurement, inventory and build for first prototype, qualification samples and customer samples.
• Prepare and present project status reports to management.
• Ensure products meet applicable Carrier and agency standards.

Basic Qualifications

• High School or GED, with 6+ months experience in the engineering field.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Past internship experience with Carrier or HVAC Companies.
• Experience in the mechanical design of components for rotating or reciprocating machinery such as engines or compressors is desired.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and background should include Mechanics of Materials, Machine Design, Vibration and Statistics or Reliability.
• Familiarity with common manufacturing processes such as casting, forging, CNC machining, dynamic balancing, lubrication, and bearings is valued for effective decision making.
• Experience with modeling tools such as MATLAB, Finite Element Analysis, Computational Fluid Dynamics, and/or machine learning techniques is preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication. Ability to communicate technical information to stakeholders.
• Strong interpersonal skills, including active listening, collaboration, responsibility, dependability, leadership, flexibility, motivation, respect, and persistence.

Additional Information

• Immigration sponsorship is not supported for this position.

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Pay Range
$63,500.00-$111,500.00

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 the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act.
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