Electrical Engineer

Electrical Engineer – Sr Level 7-12 Years Experience

Business Divisions:
Nortek Air Solutions – OK Based

Time Type:
Full Time

Classification:
Salary

Travel – Low - Moderate (less than 4 trips per year)

Location – This position is based in the Oklahoma City metro area.

Since 1935, Nortek Air Solutions brands have been offering custom HVAC engineering innovation and expertise and are the largest group of custom heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) brands in North America serving commercial, industrial, and institutional indoor environments. Nortek Air Solutions products are custom engineered to bring our customers optimal solutions for maximizing energy efficiency, reducing annual operating costs, improving indoor air quality, and achieving low sound levels.

We offer high quality systems in multiple shapes, sizes, and configurations for both new construction, renovation, and retrofit applications. The Nortek Air Solutions family of products is affiliated with industry‑leading brands such as Governair, Huntair, Mammoth, Temtrol, Venmar CES and Ventrol Air Handling Systems.

Position Overview:

As an HVAC Electrical and Controls Engineer, you will play a crucial role in designing, implementing, and optimizing control systems for custom commercial and industrial HVAC systems. Your expertise in control systems, automation, and HVAC technology will be instrumental in ensuring efficient, reliable, and environmentally friendly operation of HVAC systems. You will collaborate with a team of engineers, technicians, manufacturing personnel, and project managers to deliver innovative solutions that meet client requirements and industry standards.

* There is no sponsorship or relocation available for this position.

• Participate in new product development projects.
• Develop detailed HVAC control system designs based on project specifications and requirements.
• Select appropriate hardware, sensors, and controllers to achieve optimal performance and energy efficiency.
• Perform electrical calculations to ensure that components are properly selected.
• Understand power side wiring requirements for complex HVAC systems.
• Write, modify, and test control algorithms and programs for HVAC systems.
• Implement controls communications protocols to seamlessly interface with customer requirements using BACnet, Modbus, LON, etc.
• Configure and integrate sensors, actuators, variable frequency drives (VFDs), and other devices to facilitate system automation and communication.
• Oversee the installation of HVAC control systems in our manufacturing environment to ensure that equipment is properly integrated with existing systems.
• Conduct thorough testing and commissioning of control systems to verify their functionality and compliance with design specifications.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues during the commissioning process.
• Monitor and analyze the performance of HVAC control systems to identify opportunities for improvement in energy efficiency, occupant comfort, and system reliability.
• Recommend and implement enhancements, upgrades, or retrofits to optimize system performance.
• Create comprehensive technical documentation, including system drawings, control narratives, and user manuals.
• Work with an R&D laboratory team to qualify new products and implement product, process, and component level improvement projects.
• Work with regulatory and compliance engineers to ensure that all HVAC control systems meet relevant industry standards, codes, and regulations.
• Promote adherence to safety protocols during system installation and commissioning.
• Be present and available on the manufacturing production floor to assist with problem solving, unit testing, and unit controls verification.
• Mentor and assist less experienced members of the cross‑functional engineering team.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or related ABET Engineering Degree with preference given to those with advanced degrees.
• Experience with selecting and programming DDC or PLC control systems.
• Knowledge of HVAC Sequence of Operations, Component Selection and Pricing.
• Ability to work with…