Manager, R & D Systems Engineering

Job Details

Job Location
AAON Tulsa - Tulsa, OK

Position Type
Full Time

Job Shift
Day

Job Category
Engineering

Description

Job Summary: Leads a technical team of engineers and researchers through the innovation and development of new HVAC products and technologies. Requires a blend of technical expertise, leadership skills and strategic vision to drive our research and development initiatives forward.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develops and implements R&D strategies aligned with long-term company objectives and industry trends.
• Manages R&D system projects from inception to completion, overseeing planning, execution, and ensuring projects are within scope, schedule, and budget constraints.
• Defines project milestones, deliverables, and resource requirements to ensure successful outcomes.
• Collaborates closely with cross-functional teams including Product Engineering, product management, Marketing, and manufacturing to align R&D efforts with business goals.
• Communicates project status, technical challenges, and solutions effectively to stakeholders and senior management.
• Drives innovation by identifying new opportunities, technologies, or processes that enhance product performance or create new market opportunities.
• Ensures R&D activities comply with regulatory standards, industry best practices, and company policies.
• Leads a team of engineers and researchers in the design, development, and testing of new HVAC products and technologies.
• Provides technical guidance and mentorship to team members, fostering a culture of innovation and excellence.
• Implements quality assurance processes to maintain high standards of product reliability and performance.
• Recruits, hires, and develops a talented engineering team, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional growth.
• Conducts performance evaluations, provide constructive feedback, and support career development initiatives for team members.

Qualifications

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree from a four-year ABET accredited degree in Engineering or equivalent technical degree in Applied Sciences.
• Minimum of 6 years in the HVAC industry or equivalent experience in a similar industry.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively across all levels of the organization.
• Strong technical background in mechanical engineering, refrigeration design and thermal dynamics with a track record of successful product development.
• Excellent project management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strategic thinker with a demonstrated ability to innovate and drive change within a dynamic environment.

Work Environment:

• Fast-paced, high-pressure environment, sitting or standing for up to 95% of work hours, and periodic visits to the manufacturing facility with seasonal hot and cold temperatures, dust, and some chemical fume exposure.

Disclaimer:

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 job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. This job description is not an exhaustive list of all functions that the employee may be required to perform, and the employee may be required to perform additional functions. The company reserves the right to revise this job description at any time. The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily. If requested, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job, absent undue hardship.