Research Engineering Professional

Job description

**Job Description** The NPD Projects System Integrator (Room AC) will be responsible for leading the end-to-end design integration, prototyping, testing, and transition of new Room Air Conditioner (RAC) platforms from concept to mass production. - New Product Development (NPD) System IntegrationOwn the system integration of Room AC units (Window/Split), ensuring structural integrity, optimal airflow, and aesthetic alignment.Apply DFM (Design for Manufacturing) and DFA (Design for Assembly) principles during the early design stages to minimize production bottlenecks.Lead and execute DFMEA (Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis) sessions to identify risk, implement mitigation plans, and capture lessons learned. - Mockup, Prototyping CFT InspectionSupervise the fabrication of mockups and engineering prototypes for physical verification.Coordinate Proto CFT (Cross-Functional Team) Inspections and assembly trials to evaluate fitment, component clearances, and harness routing.Document and track prototype build issues, driving root-cause analysis for any interference or assembly deviations. - Psychrometric Lab Testing ValidationCollaborate with the performance team to schedule and oversee Psychrometric Lab Testing (Capacity, EER/ISEER, Max Operating Conditions).Analyze test data against target specifications and troubleshoot system-level performance gaps (e.g., airflow bypass, sweat/condensate issues). - New Part Development Quality SupportSupport the sourcing team in New Part Development, providing technical clarity to vendors for plastics, sheet metal, and outsourced electrical components.Assist Quality Assurance (QA) in component verification, ensuring part-readiness for QA Clearance Support prior to pilot builds. - Pilot Trials Project ExecutionDevelop and manage comprehensive Project Scheduling timelines using Gantt charts or project management software to ensure critical milestones are met.Lead Pilot Trial Execution on the manufacturing line, monitoring first-run assembly processes.Own the Pilot Lot Observation Closure process, ensuring all assembly, quality, and performance snags are resolved before final tooling kickoff.