Senior Project Engineer- HVAC&R
AO SmithMilwaukee, Wisconsin, United States
Posted January 29, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
A. O. Smith Corporation is a diversified manufacturer serving customers worldwide, with a commitment to continuous improvement and people development.
Job Description
A. O. Smith Corporation is seeking a Senior Project Engineer- HVAC&R to lead advanced analysis and experimentation in improving performance and reliability of residential and commercial heat pump water heaters, guiding other research in materials, manufacturing, and electronic controls.
Requirements
- MS Degree in Mechanical Engineering; PhD a plus
- 5 years relevant industrial experience
- Strong experimental and analytical HVAC&R system and component background
- Knowledge of advanced HVAC&R technologies and refrigerants
- Familiarity with HVAC&R testing methods and associated instrumentation
- Practical experience with heat transfer and computational fluid dynamics
- Ability to work independently or as part of a team
- Experience with CAE tools such as MATLAB, LabView, Minitab, EES, CFD or FEA
- Excellent analytical skills for reviewing and solving complex problems
- Strong communication (written and oral) and organizational skills
- Strong time management and prioritization skills to balance multiple projects
- Conduct oneself professionally and in accordance with A. O. Smith values
Benefits
- Competitive compensation package
- Comprehensive benefits plans
- Medical and dental insurance
- Company-sponsored life insurance
- Retirement security savings plan
- Short- and long-term disability programs
- Tuition assistance
