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System engineer

Garrett - Advancing Motion
Torrance, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 5/22/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/18/2026
Job Description

Garrett Advancing Motion is the true pioneer of automotive powertrain technologies dating back more than 60 years. It continues today as the world’s leader in technology solutions for passenger cars, commercial vehicles, and off-highway equipment. Garrett supplies technology to nearly all major automakers in addition to the global aftermarket under the Garrett brand name. As a result, unlike many other OEM or supplier organizations, Garrett Advancing Motion has visibility across a broad range of OEM’s and Tier 1 suppliers.

We have an exciting new opening for a Systems Engineer. You’ll be given the opportunity to develop next generation products and technologies for the HVAC industry.

As An Individual Contributor In The E-Cooling Business Unit, And Reporting To The Principal System Engineer, The Senior System Engineer Drives The Following Activities

  • Own the requirements and specifications of the HVAC products like the centrifugal refrigerant compressor including the variable frequency drive.
  • Interface with customers and suppliers for system needs and design specifications.
  • Guide system design considering tradeoffs between key product values and cost.
  • Drive platform strategies by identifying common requirements across multiple applications.
  • Drive certification activities for HVAC products.
  • Perform risk analysis for the refrigerant system, and refrigerant compressor systems.
  • Support the development of System Architecture for our electrical products.
  • Support the analysis of System working with the Quality, Functional Safety, and Design teams (FMEAs, FTAs, etc.)
  • Support the development of the system integration and validation plans.
  • Author User Guides for our products to provide to internal and external customers.
  • Manage technical issues and coordinate through definition of problem statement, root cause analysis, and solution implementation with customer and all cross functional teams.
  • Participate in supplier panel selection, supplier development, and collaborate on supplier strategies.

Basic Qualifications

  • Minimum of Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering with an emphasis on Air conditioning and refrigeration systems
  • 5 years of experience in HVAC industry with focus on refrigerant compressors.
  • Product launch and certification experience (UL and CE)
  • Deep understanding of key product standards like EN 378, UL 60335-2-34, UL 60335-2-40, UL 61800-5-1 and UL 61800-5-2.
  • Prior experience with requirements management.
  • Ability to work in a team environment and negotiate solutions with electrical/mechanical and systems engineering.
  • Understanding of project management.
  • Strong communication and presentation skills.

Additional Desired Qualifications

  • Ability to work in a global, virtual team environment.
  • Experience with refrigerant compressor testing and validation.
  • Willingness to travel domestically and internationally.
  • Strong fundamentals in electrical engineering.
  • Simulation experience of refrigerant systems.

Pay Range

The salary range for this role is between $120,400 and $150,000.

  • Note that this range represents the pay range for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls. Starting rate of pay may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, position offered, education, training, and/or experience.

In addition to the annual base salary this role offers the below:

  • Benefits: We offer medical, dental, and vision insurance. In addition we also offer Flexible spending accounts, Life/AD&D insurance, Short term and Long term disability insurance, and hospital indemnity insurance.
  • 401 (K) Retirement Plan: Garrett also provides a 401(k) Retirement Plan through Fidelity with pre-tax, post-tax and ROTH contribution options. There may be an annual discretionary match provided by Garrett based on company performance.
  • Garrett provides paid holidays, vacations, and sick days. Additional details will be shared through the new hire process.

Garrett is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, or veteran status.

Salary : $120,400 - $150,000

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