Senior Mechanical Engineer - Chiller Systems

Job ID: 113041 

Leonardo DRS is a leading supplier of integrated products, services and support to military forces, intelligence agencies and prime contractors worldwide.  Focused on defense technology, we develop, manufacture and support a broad range of systems for mission critical and military sustainment requirements, as well as homeland security.

Headquartered in Arlington, VA, the Company is a wholly owned subsidiary of Leonardo S.p.A. which employs more than 45,000 people worldwide.  We offer a competitive compensation package and a business culture which rewards performance.  Leonardo DRS is committed to being an employer of choice of a highly qualified, diverse, effective and productive workforce.

Company Overview

DRS Marlo Coil manufactures robust heat transfer, refrigeration, and air handling equipment for industrial, commercial, utility and marine markets.  Our custom engineered heat transfer solutions are used in a variety of configurations to cool, heat, and dehumidify air streams for process and building comfort.  We pride ourselves on having equipment on most surface combatant ships and submarines in the U.S. Navy fleet.  Additionally, DRS Marlo Coil is positioned for significant growth in the Industrial/Commercial markets.

For more information on Leonardo DRS, please visit www.leonardodrs.com, and for more information on our Commercial/Industrial business, please visit: www.marlocoil.com.

Mechanical Engineer position primarily responsible for developing Marine, Water-cooled Chiller systems.  This position will also lead the development of new products that include heat exchangers, heating, air conditioning, refrigeration, and air handling systems for both commercial and defense markets.  Additional responsibilities include supporting legacy products; sizing and selecting components; creating associated documentation; and supporting product testing, qualification, and production.  

•    Supporting and leading projects for the development and support of Marine Chiller Systems, including Centrifugal Compressor Systems.   
•    Engineering of HVAC&R equipment for component sizing, selection, and performance predictions. May include Mechanical Analysis, Aerodynamics/Fluids, Thermal, Fluid Systems, Mechanical Packaging, or others.
•    Specify and evaluate supplier components, subsystems, and services. Participate in supplier scouting, evaluation and engagement activities in support of new projects
•    Evaluate and recommend design approaches to meet production requirements for new or improved products or services.  Investigate solutions to product or process problems.
•    Support development of product designs, manufacturing drawings, bills of material and associated supporting documentation for fabrication and delivery of products and prototypes.
•    Review customer specifications and requirements in support of bids and proposals and develop compliant designs for product development.
•    Development of technical documentation, manuals, and procedures
•    Support testing, qualification, documentation and analysis of prototypes, products, systems or subsystems.

•    Responsible for completion of projects on time, within budget and following design specifications.
•    Provide budget, cost and schedule input for status of project assignments
•    Work with manufacturing and cross functional teams to achieve project cost and manufacturing efficiency goals.
•    Communicate clearly (written and oral) with other company personnel and customers
•    Contribute to team efforts by accomplishing results in a cooperative and supportive manner.
•    Attend appropriate engineering, customer, or business meetings.
•    Maintain and develop technical knowledge by conferring with technical specialists and suppliers; attending educational workshops; and reviewing professional publications
•    Ability to work independently under supervision of others while reporting of progress and status.
•    Support, communicate, reinforce, and defend the mission, values and culture of the organization.

•    Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related technical field
•    Experience designing chiller systems, especially centrifugal water-cooled chiller systems.
•    Understanding of the theory of operation of chillers, especially centrifugal water-cooled chillers.
•    Experience leading engineering projects especially developing new systems. 
•    Knowledge of standards and LGWP refrigerants used in HVAC&R systems.
•    Engineering or design experience with mechanical equipment, assemblies and components including machined components, welded structures Comfortable and competent writing and creating technical documentation.
•    Competent using MS Office (Word, Excel, Visio, Project, and PowerPoint).

Additional Desired Qualifications

•    Experience with HVAC&R (air conditioning, air handling and refrigeration) equipment and suppliers. 
•    Experience designing and drafting with PTC CREO, AutoCAD Mechanical 2D or similar CAD/PLM platforms.
•    Basic experience creating drawings (drafting) following ASME Y14.100 and associated documentation such as bill of materials.
•    Understanding of ASHRAE test requirements and certification of Air Conditioning, Refrigeration, and Air Handling systems.
•    Experience conducting product design/technology reviews with customers and capturing product needs.
•    Experience designing defense products, especially for the US Navy and good working knowledge of Navy/MIL Standards.

U.S. Citizenship required.

Taking care of our people is a top priority at Leonardo DRS. We are proud to offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a company contribution to a health savings account, telemedicine, life and disability insurance, legal insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan. We champion wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being. We develop our talent by offering programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement. And we understand there is more to life than work, and the importance of offering flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program, competitive vacation, health/emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community service hours. 
*Some employees are eligible for limited benefits only

Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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