Staff Mechanical Engineer

Company Description

BHC Residential & Light Commercial LLC is redefining the future of HVAC-delivering innovative, energy-efficient solutions that enhance comfort in homes and businesses across North America. As part of the global Bosch Home Comfort Group, we unite world-class engineering with trusted brands like Bosch and YORK to provide advanced, reliable heating and cooling solutions.

We bring together decades of expertise, global scale, and a strong focus on innovation with positive energetic bias to action. This positions us to deliver high-performance ducted systems, air handlers, and next-generation climate solutions designed for efficiency, durability, and sustainability.

At Bosch, we are driven by a clear purpose: to improve quality of life through smart, sustainable technology. Our solutions are engineered to be intuitive, connected, and efficient-supporting both customers and professionals with products that simplify complexity while delivering exceptional performance.

Why Join Our Team

Joining Bosch means being part of a fast-growing, purpose-driven organization where your impact is visible and meaningful:

• Lead Industry Transformation - Help drive the shift toward energy-efficient, lower-carbon HVAC solutions.
• Innovate with Purpose - Develop technologies that directly improve comfort, sustainability, and everyday life.
• Grow Globally - Collaborate across a worldwide network of engineering and manufacturing excellence.
• Build on Proven Strength - Contribute to trusted brands known for quality, reliability, and performance.

At Bosch Residential & Light Commercial, you're not just joining a company-you're helping shape the future of comfort.

Job Description

As a Mechanical Staff Engineer, you will play a key technical leadership role within our New Product Introduction (NPI) organization. You will drive the development of advanced residential HVAC products from concept through production, influencing system architecture, engineering analysis, detailed design, validation, and product performance. As a recognized technical expert, you will collaborate across global engineering, manufacturing, laboratory, service, applications, quality, and product management teams to deliver industry-leading solutions.

Key Responsibilities

Product Development & Technical Leadership

• Lead the design and development of advanced residential HVAC products and technologies.
• Apply engineering principles and analytical methods to develop innovative, cost-effective, and reliable solutions.
• Conduct system-level analysis using heat transfer, thermodynamics, fluid dynamics, structural mechanics, and failure analysis methodologies.
• Develop mathematical models, engineering calculations, and design tools to evaluate product performance and optimize designs.
• Investigate product requirements and identify technical solutions that balance performance, reliability, manufacturability, quality, and cost.

Product Validation & Testing

• Define prototype, validation, and qualification test requirements.
• Participate in laboratory testing and analyze test data to verify design performance and identify improvement opportunities.
• Support root cause investigations and implement corrective actions for design and product performance issues.
• Ensure compliance with applicable regulatory, safety, and industry standards.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner closely with design engineering, drafting, manufacturing, quality, service, sourcing, and product management teams throughout the product lifecycle.
• Support production launches and resolve technical issues during development and commercialization.
• Provide technical guidance and expertise to global teams and stakeholders.

Continuous Improvement & Innovation

• Stay current on emerging technologies, materials, manufacturing processes, and industry trends.
• Contribute to innovation initiatives, intellectual property development, and technology roadmaps.
• Drive continuous improvement in engineering processes, design methodologies, and product development practices.

Mentorship & Team Development

• Mentor and develop engineers through technical coaching, design reviews, and project leadership.
• Promote a collaborative, high-performance engineering culture focused on innovation, accountability, and continuous learning.
• Lead technical activities and influence engineering decisions across multiple projects and product platforms.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET-accredited university; Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of product design and development experience in HVAC, refrigeration, thermal systems, or related industries.
• Demonstrated success leading multiple product development programs from concept through production release.
• Experience serving as the lead engineer for at least one major product platform or product family.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and engineering judgment skills.
• Proficiency in mechanical design, engineering analysis, and product validation methods.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and technical leadership skills.
• Ability to influence technical direction and drive results within a global, cross-functional organization.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with residential HVAC systems, heat pumps, inverter drive systems, , air handling equipment, refrigeration systems, or thermal management products.
• Knowledge of applicable regulatory and industry standards, including UL, ASHRAE, AHRI, and related certifications.
• Experience with product lifecycle management (PLM), design for manufacturing (DFM), and design for reliability (DFR) practices.
• Proven ability to mentor engineers and lead technical teams.

Additional Information

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability / veterans

*Bosch adheres to Federal, State, and Local laws regarding drug-testing. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a drug screen and background check. Candidates who have been offered the position must pass both screenings before their start date.

Your well-being matters at Bosch! We offer a competitive compensation and a benefits package designed to empower you in every area of your life. This includes premium health coverage, a 401(k) with generous matching, resources for financial planning and goal setting, ample paid time off, parental leave, and comprehensive life and disability protection. We're investing in your success!

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