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Senior Mechanical Engineer | Chiller Systems

Leonardo DRS, Inc.

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High Ridge, MO
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Security clearanceBachelor's degree

Job overview

Leonardo DRS, Inc. is hiring a Senior Mechanical Engineer | Chiller Systems. The Senior Mechanical Engineer will join the High Ridge, MO Engineering team to develop marine, water-cooled chiller systems. This role involves leading new product development, including heat exchangers, HVAC&R, and air handling systems, while also supporting legacy products for commercial and defense markets.

Key focus areas include Lead and support projects in the development of marine chiller systems including centrifugal compressor systems, Engineering of HVAC&R equipment for component sizing, selection, and performance predictions, and Specify and evaluate supplier components, subsystems, and services.

Successful candidates bring Bachelor's Degree Mechanical Engineering, Experience Designing Chiller Systems, and Experience Leading Engineering Projects. Important skills include HVAC&R Equipment Engineering, Component Sizing, Component Selection, Performance Predictions, Supplier Component Evaluation, and Supplier Subsystem Evaluation. Preferred (not required): HVAC&R Equipment Experience, PTC CREO, AutoCAD Mechanical 2D, and CAD/PLM Platforms.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

HVAC&R Equipment EngineeringComponent SizingComponent SelectionPerformance PredictionsSupplier Component EvaluationSupplier Subsystem EvaluationSupplier Services EvaluationSupplier ScoutingSupplier EngagementDesign Approach EvaluationProblem InvestigationSolution RecommendationProduct Design DevelopmentManufacturing Drawing DevelopmentBill of Materials DevelopmentCustomer Specification ReviewRequirements ReviewCompliant Design DevelopmentTechnical Documentation DevelopmentManuals DevelopmentProcedures DevelopmentKnowledge of Standards for HVAC&R SystemsKnowledge of LGWP RefrigerantsMechanical Equipment DesignAssemblies DesignComponents DesignWelded Structures DesignTechnical Documentation WritingTechnical Documentation CreationHVAC&R Equipment ExperiencePTC CREOAutoCAD Mechanical 2DCAD/PLM PlatformsDrawing CreationDraftingASME Y14.100Bill of Materials DocumentationASHRAE Test RequirementsAir Conditioning CertificationRefrigeration CertificationAir Handling Systems CertificationProduct Design/Technology ReviewsProduct Needs CaptureNavy/MIL Standards Knowledge

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Related Technical FieldExperience Designing Chiller SystemsStrong Understanding of Chiller System Theory of OperationExperience Leading Engineering ProjectsExperience Developing New SystemsUS CitizenshipActive DOD Security Clearance or Ability to ObtainExperience Designing Defense Products

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Parental Leave
Paid Time Off

Full job description

Job ID: 114912

The Leonardo DRS Naval Power Systems business is a trusted provider of innovative naval gas and hybrid power systems, control technology and support solutions for the U.S. Navy and navies around the world.

Job Summary

Join our High Ridge, MO Engineering team as a Senior Mechancial Engineer primarily focused on developing marine, water-cooled chiller systems. In this role, you will lead the development of new products (heat exchangers, heating, air conditioning, refrigeration, and air handling systems for commerical and defense markets) and support legacy products.

What You Will Do

  • Lead and support projects in the development of marine chiller systems including centrifugal compressor systems.

  • Engineering of HVAC&R equipment for component sizing, selection, and performance predictions.

  • Specify and evaluate supplier components, subsystems, and services.

  • Participate in supplier scouting, evaluation and engagement activities in support of new projects.

  • Evaluate and recommend design approaches to meet production requirements for new or improved products or services.

  • Investigate and recommend solutions to product or process problems.

  • Support development of product designs, manufacturing drawings, bills of material and associated supporting documentation for fabrication and delivery of products and prototypes.

  • Review customer specifications and requirements in support of bids and proposals and develop compliant designs for product development.

  • Develop technical documentation, manuals, and procedures.

Education & Education Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related technical field.

  • Experience designing chiller systems, especially centrifugal water-cooled chiller systems, and a strong understanding of the theory of operation of both.

  • Experience leading engineering projects especially developing new systems.

  • Knowledge of standards and LGWP refrigerants used in HVAC&R systems.

  • Engineering or design experience with mechanical equipment, assemblies and components including machined components, welded structures; comfortable and competent writing and creating technical documentation.

Additional Desired Qualifications

  • Experience with HVAC&R (air conditioning, air handling and refrigeration) equipment and suppliers.

  • Experience designing and drafting with PTC CREO, AutoCAD Mechanical 2D or similar CAD/PLM platforms.

  • Basic experience creating drawings (drafting) following ASME Y14.100 and associated documentation such as bill of materials.

  • Understanding of ASHRAE test requirements and certification of Air Conditioning, Refrigeration, and Air Handling systems.

  • Experience conducting product design/technology reviews with customers and capturing product needs.

  • Experience designing defense products, especially for the US Navy and good working knowledge of Navy/MIL Standards.

U.S. Citizenship required. This position may require an active DOD security clearance or the ability to obtain such clearance within a reasonable time after commencement of employment.

Taking care of our people is a top priority at Leonardo DRS. We are proud to offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a company contribution to a health savings account, telemedicine, life and disability insurance, legal insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan. We champion wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being. We develop our talent by offering programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement. And we understand there is more to life than work, and the importance of offering flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program, competitive vacation, health/emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community service hours.

Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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