Strategic Innovation Engineer

Description

With core values based on People, Product, Pride and Perseverance
, our goal is to partner with companies across industries such as data centers, clean rooms and surgery centers. We solve complex challenges by manufacturing custom HVAC solutions that exceed our customers' needs and expectations, proudly producing over 90% of our units in Central Oregon.

Our team has grown from 200 employees in 2022 to over 1,000 today, and we are looking for talented individuals in a range of specialties to continue this growth. If you thrive in a dynamic, fast‑paced environment and enjoy honing your skills, we want to meet you. We offer flexible shift schedules, generous benefits—including medical, dental, vision, short‑ and long‑term disability, a 401(k), and an HSA with a 175% employer match—and a culture that values ingenuity, perseverance and pride.

The Strategic Innovation Engineer at BASX plays a critical role in the Strategic Development & Testing Group, researching, designing, developing and implementing new technologies to solve the toughest engineering problems and support new product development. This senior‑level position requires a strong foundation in mechanical or electrical engineering focused on product innovation and engineering development. The role supports strategic initiatives, mentors engineering teams, and brings deep technical expertise and a proactive approach to design and manufacturing challenges.

• Support engineering projects to develop new equipment and components using industry‑leading future technologies
• Generate proposals for new product development and research projects, including objective, methodology, timeline, budget and expected outcome
• Develop and maintain a technology roadmap for application exploration and validation
• Identify potential acquisition targets for complementary technology and intellectual property
• Design and engineer mechanical, electrical, structural and control systems for equipment prototypes
• Evaluate high‑complexity product opportunities and generate reports for feasibility, profitability and risk assessment
• Engage with customers to define concepts and develop engineered solutions for high‑complexity sales opportunities
• Support cross‑functional design reviews for research and development projects and product sales and designs
• Develop testing plans, scripts and apparatuses for testing and R&D projects
• Assist R&D technicians with performing tests on prototype equipment and components
• Compile and analyze testing data and generate reports for prototype tests to validate functionality and provide guidance on product improvements
• Author technical white papers to support implementation and application of new and emerging technologies
• Ensure compliance with applicable codes, standards and regulations (e.g., AHRI, UL, ASHRAE)
• Develop and author new engineering standards and practices within the systems group
• Mentor and guide solutions and product engineering teams on technical and project‑related tasks
• Maintain accurate documentation including BOMs, drawings and technical reports
• Generate proposals and reports on research and development capital and operating expenses (CAPEX/OPEX)

• Requires a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or related industry experience
• Preferred:
  Master’s degree in Engineering or related technical discipline

• 7+ years of experience in product engineering, preferably in Data Center cooling, HVAC or a related industry
• Proficiency in 3D CAD software (e.g., Solid Works, Creo) and engineering analysis tools
• Strong understanding of thermodynamics, fluid dynamics and heat transfer principles
• Experience with product lifecycle management (PLM) systems and ERP integration
• Excellent problem‑solving, project management and communication skills
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications and industry standards
• Familiarity with regulatory compliance and certification processes or equivalent background

This position requires the ability to work in both office and manufacturing…