Strategic Innovation Engineer

Overview

Job Description: The Strategic Innovation Engineer at BASX plays a critical role in the Strategic Development & Testing Group with researching, designing, developing, and implementing new and emerging technologies, solving the hardest engineering problems, and supporting the development of new products and systems. This senior-level engineering position requires a strong foundation in mechanical or electrical engineering, with a focus on product innovation and engineering development.

The role supports strategic initiatives by supporting complex engineering projects and mentoring engineering teams. The ideal candidate will bring deep technical expertise and a proactive approach to solving 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 technology roadmap for application exploration and validation
• Identify potential acquisition targets for complimentary 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
• Support cross-functional design reviews for product and systems 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 & author new engineering standards and practices within the systems group
• Mentor and guide Solutions and Products 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 a 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 any combination of education and experience

• Communicates effectively in written and spoken form
• Possesses excellent interpersonal relationship skills
• Exhibits good decision making and analytical problem solving abilities
• Demonstrates strong multi-tasking capabilities and organizational skills
• Works effectively in a team environment
• Works effectively in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment

• Lift up to 50lbs
• Sit or stand for up to 95 percent of work hours
• Periodic visits to the manufacturing facility with seasonal hot and cold temperatures, dust, and some chemical fume exposure

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this…