About this Principal Systems Engineer role at Carrier
About Carrier
Carrier Global Corporation, global leader in intelligent climate and energy solutions, is committed to creating innovations that bring comfort, safety and sustainability to life. Through cutting-edge advancements in climate solutions such as temperature control, air quality and transportation, we improve lives, empower critical industries and ensure safe transport of food, lifesaving medicines and more. Since inventing modern air conditioning in 1902, we lead with purpose: enhancing the lives we live and the world we share. We continue to lead because of our world-class, inclusive workforce that puts the customer at the center of everything we do. For more information, visit corporate.carrier.com or follow on Carrier social media at @Carrier.
About This Role
As a Principal Systems Engineer you will lead the design, modeling, and architectural development of advanced chiller systems. Based in Charlotte, NC, this technical leadership position focuses on the thermodynamic optimization of HVAC solutions and the successful transition of new technologies from concept to production.
You will be responsible for the high-level system architecture, ensuring all designs meet performance and reliability requirements through rigorous testing and DOE methodologies. You will serve as a critical link between the technology organization and product marketing to ensure engineering output aligns with market requirements and safety standards.
Key Responsibilities:
Thermodynamic based modeling and optimization of chiller system design, fluid filtration and pumping
Lead engineering teams in the completion of engineering technology projects.
Develop chiller system architecture solutions that meets or exceeds the product development requirements
Work cross functionally with the technology organization to effectively develop technologies that smoothly launch into production
Confirm product design performance, capability and reliability testing our engineering product test laboratories utilizing DOE methodologies.
Collaborate with the product marketing teams locally to develop product requirements and ensure that the product meets their needs when launched
Follow all appropriate design, safety, and qualification standards in development programs.
Produce parts, specifications, designs, or sketches for machines, components, systems or work orders / purchase requests
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related technical field with 10+ years experience in HVAC systems engineering, specifically with thermodynamic modeling and chiller system design.
OR
Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related technical field with 8+ years experience in HVAC systems engineering, specifically with thermodynamic modeling and chiller system design.
Preferred Qualifications
Strong Project leadership experience
Strong experience in a new product development, service and/or aftermarket space, preferred
Strong HVAC industry experience, strongly preferred
Strong communication skills, primarily in English
Leadership and teamwork skills required
Pay Range
The annual salary for this position is between $117,500.00 - $234,500.00 annually. Factors which may affect pay within this range include, but are not limited to, skills, education, experience, and other unique qualifications of the successful candidate.Other Compensation
This position is entitled to short-term cash incentives, subject to plan requirements.Benefits
Employees are eligible for benefits, including:
Health Care Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision; Wellness incentives
Retirement Benefits
Time off and Leave: Paid vacation days, up to 15 days; paid sick days, up to 5 days; paid personal leave, up to 5 days; paid holidays, up to 13 days; birth and adoption leave; parental leave; family and medical leave; bereavement leave; jury duty leave; military leave; purchased vacation
Disability: Short-term and long-term disability
Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment
Tax-Advantaged Accounts: Health Savings Account; Health Care Spending Account; Dependent Care Spending Account
Tuition Assistance
To learn more about our benefits offering, please click here Work with us | Carrier Corporate. The specific benefits available to any employee may vary depending on state and local laws and eligibility factors, such as date of hire and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
Carrier EEO Statement and Accommodations Process
Carrier is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status or any other applicable state or federal protected class. Carrier provides affirmative action in employment for qualified individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with section 503 of Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act.
If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process, participate in an interview, or otherwise engage in the hiring process, please contact us at [email protected]. We will make every effort to meet your needs in accordance with applicable laws.
Application Deadline
Applications will be accepted for at least 3 days from Job Posting Date: 31 August 2026Job Applicant's Privacy Notice
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Use of AI
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