Lead Product Engineer (Centrifugal Compressors)

Location: Suzhou, China; full-time on-site position

Company

hirify.global develops climate technologies, HVACR systems, cold-chain solutions, and related software and monitoring products for residential, commercial, and industrial applications.

What you will do

• Collect laboratory performance testing data and field operating data from centrifugal compressors.
• Build automated data-processing pipelines, databases, customized software, and application interfaces.
• Apply statistical methods to identify deviations and trends, analyze thermodynamic performance, and develop predictive compressor performance models.
• Support aerodynamic and structural design validation through data analysis and customer validation testing.
• Analyze vibration, temperature, bearing, and sealing-system trends.
• Support digital twin and smart monitoring platforms, root cause analysis, and FMEA activities.

Requirements

• Master’s degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering, Fluid Machinery, Data Science, Applied Mathematics, or a related field.
• More than 7 years of experience with a master’s degree, or 4 years with a PhD, in centrifugal compressors or turbomachinery.
• Strong understanding of centrifugal compressors or turbomachinery and familiarity with compressor performance maps.
• Strong knowledge of statistical analysis and experience with data analysis tools.
• Demonstrated ability to develop customized software and application interfaces, with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication skills in English are required.

Nice to have

• Experience with HVAC or industrial compressors.

Culture & Benefits

• Work on sustainability-focused HVACR, refrigeration, and cold-chain technologies.
• Collaborative environment focused on innovation, openness, inclusion, and belonging.
• Professional development support from onboarding through senior leadership.
• Flexible and competitive benefits plans.
• Flexible paid time off, including parental, vacation, and holiday leave.