Find & Apply For Product Development Engineer Jobs in Appleton, Minnesota

Northern Geo, LLC is seeking a skilled Engineer to support product development, applications engineering, testing, and manufacturing for geothermal heat pumps, HVAC/R systems, energy recovery equipment, and commercial pool dehumidification systems. This role collaborates closely with manufacturing, sales, vendors, and field contractors to ensure products meet performance, safety, and quality standards. Key Responsibilities

• Research and evaluate market data, customer feedback, and design proposals to support product development
• Design and develop geothermal heat pumps, HVAC/R systems, and related equipment
• Perform system selection, sizing, performance calculations, and application support
• Provide technical documentation, schematics, and guidance to sales and customers
• Ensure compliance with safety, performance, and certification standards
• Support root-cause analysis, corrective actions, and continuous improvement
• Collaborate with manufacturing on production feasibility, assembly methods, and process optimization
• Conduct and document performance testing in laboratory environments
• Assist internal teams and customers with technical inquiries and field performance issues Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field
• Experience with HVAC/R, geothermal, dehumidification, or energy-related product development preferred
• Knowledge of HVAC/R or geothermal systems and components
• Understanding of manufacturing processes, testing methods, and product development lifecycles
• CAD proficiency preferred; strong Microsoft Office skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong analytical, mathematical, and problem-solving abilities

Pay:

$50,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off

Work Location:

In person