Job Description:

Summary:  

The Strategic Innovation Engineer at BASX plays a critical role in the Strategic Development & Testing Group with researching, designing, developing, and implementing new and emerging technologies,  solving the hardest engineering problems, and supporting the development of new products and systems. This senior-level engineering position requires a strong foundation in mechanical or electrical engineering, with a focus on product innovation and engineering development. The role supports strategic initiatives by supporting complex engineering projects and mentoring engineering teams. The ideal candidate will bring deep technical expertise and a proactive approach to solving design and manufacturing challenges.

Primary duties may include, but are not limited to: 

• Support engineering projects to develop new equipment and components using industry leading future technologies 
• Generate proposals for new product development and research projects including objective, methodology, timeline, budget, and expected outcome.
• Develop and maintain technology roadmap for application exploration and validation
• Identify potential acquisition targets for complimentary technology and intellectual property
• Design and engineer mechanical, electrical, structural and control systems for equipment prototypes 
• Evaluate high complexity product opportunities and generate reports for feasibility, profitability, and  risk assessment 
• Engage with customers to define concepts and develop engineered solutions for high complexity  sales opportunities 
• Support cross-functional design reviews for research and development projects 
• Support cross-functional design reviews for product and systems sales and designs 
• Develop testing plans, scripts, and apparatuses for testing and R&D projects 
• Assist R&D Technicians with performing tests on prototype equipment and components 
• Compile and analyze testing data and generate reports for prototype tests to validate functionality and provide guidance on product improvements.
• Author technical white papers to support implementation and application of new and emerging technologies
• Ensure compliance with applicable codes, standards, and regulations (e.g., AHRI, UL, ASHRAE)
• Develop & author new engineering standards and practices within the systems group.
• Mentor and guide Solutions and Products engineering teams on technical and project-related tasks
• Maintain accurate documentation including BOMs, drawings, and technical reports
• Generate proposals and reports on research and development capital and operating expenses (CAPEX/OPEX)

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Requires a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or a related industry experience 
• Preferred: Master’s degree in Engineering or related technical discipline

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• 7+ years of experience in product engineering, preferably in Data Center cooling, HVAC or a related industry
• Proficiency in 3D CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, Creo) and engineering analysis tools 
• Strong understanding of thermodynamics, fluid dynamics, and heat transfer principles
• Experience with product lifecycle management (PLM) systems and ERP integration
• Excellent problem-solving, project management, and communication skills 
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications, and industry standards
• Familiarity with regulatory compliance and certification processes or any combination of education and experience, which would provide an equivalent background

Location:

Redmond, OR

Title:

Principal Innovation Engineer