Strategic Innovation Engineer
- Location
- Redmond, OR
- Listed
- Today
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
Essential Mental Functions
- Communicates effectively in written and spoken form.
- Possesses excellent interpersonal relationship skills.
- Exhibits good decision making and analytical problem solving abilities.
- Demonstrates strong multi-tasking capabilities and organizational skills.
- Works effectively in a team environment.
- Works effectively in a fast-paced high-pressure environment.
Essential Physical Functions
- Lift up to 50lbs.
- Sit or stand for up to 95 percent of work hours.
- Periodic visits to the manufacturing facility with seasonal hot and cold temperatures, dust, and some chemical fume exposure.
Benefits and Compensation Summary
We take care of our people. We offer competitive compensation and robust benefits to all full-time team members, including:
- Tuition reimbursement
- Paid time-off
- Paid holidays
- Healthcare insurance & Health Savings Accounts
- Profit sharing or Annual Incentive Plan Bonus
- Premium 401(k) plan
Pay Range
$147,258.00 - $220,887.00
Equal opportunity and legal notices
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at a time with or without notice.
This job description is not an exhaustive list of all functions that the employee may be required to perform, and the employee may be required to perform additional functions. The company reserves the right to revise this job description at any time. The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily.
If requested, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job, absent undue hardship.
From Aaon's careers page, first listed on Rolev.ai on November 14, 2026. Rolev.ai is not the employer.
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