Manufacturing Engineer - HVAC Systems

## Manufacturing Engineer - HVAC Systems Apply locations:
Novelaire - Baton Rouge, LAtime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted 30+ Days Agojob requisition :
JR100489
** Position Summary
** Novel Aire is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to support on-site production of advanced HVAC and dehumidification systems at its Baton Rouge, Louisiana manufacturing facility. This hands-on role focuses on improving manufacturing processes for electromechanical, thermal, and refrigerant-based systems while supporting safe, efficient, and high-quality production. The Manufacturing Engineer works closely with Operations, Supply Chain, Quality, and Product Engineering to drive continuous improvement across Novel Aire’s manufacturing operations.
** Key Responsibilities*
* • Design, implement, and optimize on-site manufacturing processes for HVAC, dehumidification, and thermal transfer systems.  
• Provide daily production-floor support by troubleshooting assembly, test, and performance issues related to mechanical, electrical, and thermal systems.  
• Collaborate closely with design engineering to ensure products are designed for manufacturability, serviceability, and scalability.  
• Develop and maintain work instructions, bills of materials, routings, and manufacturing documentation.  
• Specify, qualify, and support production equipment, tooling, and test fixtures used at the Baton Rouge facility.  
• Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions related to quality, yield, cost, and delivery performance.  
• Support and lead continuous improvement initiatives utilizing Lean, Six Sigma, and data-driven methodologies.
** Required Qualifications*
* • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering.  
• 3–5 years of manufacturing or industrial engineering experience in an on-site production environment.  
• Hands-on experience supporting electromechanical assemblies and HVAC-related production processes.  
• Demonstrated ability to perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions.  
• Ability and willingness to work on-site in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.
** Preferred Qualifications*
* • Experience with HVAC systems, dehumidification equipment, thermal transfer, or refrigeration cycles.  
• Familiarity with sheet metal fabrication, wiring, controls, and thermal components.  
• Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement certification.
** Core Competencies*
* • Strong analytical skills combined with a hands-on manufacturing mindset.  
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced production environment.  
• Strong communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally on-site.  
• Safety-focused, detail-oriented, and driven by continuous improvement.
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