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 ResponsibilitiesProduct Development & Technical LeadershipLead 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 & TestingDefine 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 CollaborationPartner 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 & InnovationStay 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 DevelopmentMentor 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.