Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Munters is a global leader in climate solutions for mission-critical processes, providing innovative and sustainable solutions. The Sr. R&D Product Development Designer will develop and maintain mechanical design packages for new products in the Data Center Cooling market, collaborating with various teams to ensure manufacturability and release readiness.
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain complex 3D models and 2D drawings for data center cooling products
- Support hydronic piping, sheet metal, structural parts, brackets, coil/fan interfaces, CDUs, chillers, evaporators, and condensers
- Create and release manufacturing drawings with proper dimensions, tolerances, notes, materials, finishes, weld requirements, and inspection details
- Perform layout studies, clearance checks, interference reviews, serviceability checks, and manufacturability reviews before drawing release
- Support design standardization, cost reduction, supplier changes, and product improvements through the ECR/ECO process
- Create, update, and maintain engineering BOMs, part numbers, assembly structures, and drawing packages in the applicable PDM/ERP systems
- Ensure design documentation is complete, accurate, revision-controlled, and aligned with the released product configuration
- Coordinate drawing and BOM updates with Engineering, Project Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, and suppliers
- Review vendor drawings, 3D models, datasheets, and component interfaces for fit, form, function, and manufacturability
- Support prototype builds, lab test units, design validation activities, and engineering change implementation
- Collaborate with VA and TX lab teams on fit checks, component layouts, piping arrangements, instrumentation mounting, and test apparatus
- Assist with field issues, C2/warranty topics, nonconformance reviews, and corrective actions when design documentation is involved
- Provide practical design input to improve assembly, serviceability, reliability, manufacturability, and quality
- Act as a senior design resource for assigned programs, helping define drawing scope, priorities, timing, and release deliverables
- Mentor designers, drafters, and technical support personnel in CAD standards, drawing quality, and configuration discipline
- Participate in design reviews, ECO reviews, supplier discussions, lab build reviews, and manufacturing readiness meetings
- Communicate risks, open items, schedule impacts, and required decisions to engineers, project leaders, and managers
Skills
- Advanced proficiency with SolidWorks 3D CAD software, including large assemblies, sheet metal, weldments, and 2D detailing
- Strong knowledge of mechanical drawing standards, tolerancing, GD&T principles, materials, finishes, manufacturing processes, and assembly requirements
- Working knowledge of HVAC, hydronic systems, data center cooling equipment, piping, valves, pumps, coils, fans, and heat exchangers
- Experience with PDM/PLM/ERP systems, BOM management, part number creation, drawing release, and ECO/ECR workflows
- Ability to interpret engineering requirements, project specifications, vendor data, and manufacturing feedback
- Strong problem-solving ability, attention to detail, ownership mindset, and ability to identify design risks before release
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently with minimal supervision
- Effective written and verbal communication skills across engineering, manufacturing, quality, lab, supplier, and management teams
- 7+ years of relevant mechanical design / CAD experience in HVAC, industrial equipment, data center cooling, refrigeration, hydronic systems, sheet metal, or piping
- Demonstrated experience creating production-ready drawings, complex assemblies, BOMs, and released engineering documentation
- Experience supporting new product development, prototype builds, lab testing, product sustaining, or manufacturing implementation
- Experience with design for manufacturability, design for assembly, supplier coordination, and engineering change control
- Associate's degree in Mechanical Design, Drafting, Engineering Technology, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field; Bachelor's degree preferred
- Equivalent experience may be considered
- Familiarity with ASME Y14.5 / GD&T, weld symbols, sheet metal fabrication, pipe fabrication, and industrial assembly processes preferred
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision
- 401K
- PTO
- Referral bonuses
Company Overview
Munters is a energy efficient air treatment solutions. It was founded in 1955, and is headquartered in Amesbury, Massachusetts, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is https://www.munters.com/.Company H1B Sponsorship
Munters has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 5 in 2025, 1 in 2024, 2 in 2023, 1 in 2022, 2 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.