Principal Systems Engineer

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 

The Principal Systems Engineer will serve as the Technical Program Lead for HVAC and Energy Systems is responsible for designing, executing, and analyzing laboratory tests to validate the performance, reliability, and safety of heating, ventilation, air conditioning (HVAC), and energy management systems. This role bridges engineering design and field deployment, ensuring products meet regulatory standards and customer requirements before market release. This role partners closely with the system architects responsible for energy and HVAC solutions.

Key Responsibilities 

• Develop and implement detailed validation test plans for HVAC and energy systems in laboratory environments.

• Design and set up test benches and simulation rigs to accurately replicate real-world operating conditions.

• Execute functional, performance, and reliability testing on components and complete systems, including but not limited to air handlers, chillers, heat pumps, control units, and energy management platforms.

• Collect, analyze, and interpret test data using advanced instrumentation and data acquisition systems.

• Collaborate with design, product development, and quality assurance teams to resolve technical issues and optimize system performance.

• Document test procedures, results, and findings; generate comprehensive validation reports for internal and external stakeholders.

• Ensure all testing complies with relevant industry standards (ASHRAE, ISO, UL, etc.) and regulatory requirements.

• Identify and recommend improvements in test methodologies, equipment, and processes.

• Support root cause analysis and troubleshooting activities for systems that fail validation.

• Stay current with advancements in HVAC technologies, energy systems, and laboratory validation tools.

• Align overall engineering programmatic deliverables and timeline, across COE's and subsystems

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering.

• 10+ years of experience in laboratory testing, validation, or product development in residential products.

• 2+ years proficiency with lab instrumentation, data acquisition, and automation software (e.g., LabVIEW, MATLAB, PLCs).

• 2+ years project management skills and experience in cross-functional engineering teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with energy modeling and simulation tools.

• Familiarity with relevant standards and regulatory codes (ASHRAE, ISO, UL, etc.).

• Strong knowledge of thermodynamics, fluid dynamics, and HVAC system principles.

• Strong knowledge of power electronics and battery systems.

• Knowledge of IoT integration.

• Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.

• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team environment.

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