Codes and Standards Engineer

Summary: As a Codes and Standards Engineer, you will play an important support role in the influence, analysis, and impact of various North American codes and standards used throughout the industry. This role will ensure requirements from relevant specifications are communicated, planned for, and complied with across Carrier’s HVAC product portfolio. ScheduleFull-time, Monday through Friday, day shift. Work ArrangementOnsite presence required at one of the following Carrier locations: East Syracuse, NY, Palm Beach Gardens, FL, Indianapolis, IN, Charlotte, NC.

Responsibilities: Monitor, interpret, and maintain expertise in HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning) and controls-related codes, standards, regulations, and certification requirements, including those published by ASHRAE, AHRI, UL, NFPA, ICC, CSA, ISO, IEC, California Title 20 and 24, and other assigned governing bodies. Evaluate existing and proposed codes and standards to quantify and communicate potential impacts on product design, system performance, safety, compliance, market access, and product roadmaps. Represent the company on industry committees, technical working groups, and standards development organizations to influence emerging codes and align standards development with strategic company objectives. Collaborate with engineering, product management, quality, manufacturing, and compliance teams to ensure products meet applicable regulatory requirements and prevent compliance-related launch delays. Provide technical guidance, code interpretations, and training to internal stakeholders, customers, contractors, consultants, and regulatory agencies to promote organizational awareness and address compliance inquiries. Lead compliance assessments, gap analyses, and technical documentation reviews for new products, product modifications, and emerging technologies. Develop and maintain product compliance strategies, internal engineering guidelines, and standard operating procedures that support current and future regulatory requirements across target markets. Support third-party product certification activities, including test execution, documentation preparation, agency submissions, and audits. Track legislative and regulatory developments affecting HVAC equipment and controls, energy efficiency, refrigerants, IAQ, sustainability, and building safety. Prepare comprehensive technical reports, compliance matrices, code interpretations, and regulatory impact assessments for engineering and leadership teams.

Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree with 7+ years of experience in HVAC engineering, regulatory, or codes and standards, -or- Master’s degree with 5+ years of experience in HVAC engineering, regulatory, or codes and standards. Willing and able to travel up to 20%, domestic and international.

Preferred Qualifications: Knowledge of HVAC systems, thermodynamics, controls, and building systems. Expertise in ASHRAE standards, model building codes, safety standards, and sustainability initiatives. Ability to interpret technical regulations and translate requirements into engineering actions. Excellent analytical, communication, presentation, and technical writing skills. Experience working with certification agencies, testing laboratories, and regulatory bodies. Strong project management and cross-functional leadership capabilities. Ability to evaluate emerging technologies and their regulatory and compliance implications. Experience in testing and qualification of HVAC equipment. Pay RangeThe annual salary for this position is between $96,000.00 - $192,000.00 annually. Factors which may affect pay within this range include, but are not limited to, skills, education, experience, and other unique qualifications of the successful candidate. The pay range will not be below the minimum wage applicable to the jurisdiction in which the applicant is to be employed. Other CompensationThis position is entitled to short-term cash incentives, subject to plan requirements.

BenefitsHealth Care Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision Wellness incentives Retirement Benefits Time off and Leave: Paid vacation days, up to 15 days; paid sick days, up to 5 days; paid personal leave, up to 5 days; paid holidays, up to 13 days; birth and adoption leave; parental leave; family and medical leave; bereavement leave; jury duty leave; military leave; purchased vacation Disability: Short-term and long-term disability Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment Tax-Advantaged Accounts: Health Savings Account; Health Care Spending Account; Dependent Care Spending Account Tuition Assistance Carrier EEO Statement and Accommodations ProcessCarrier is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status or any other applicable state or federal protected class. Carrier provides affirmative action in employment for qualified individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with section 503 of Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process, participate in an interview, or otherwise engage in the hiring process, please contact us at Carrier.Recruiting@carrier.com. We will make every effort to meet your needs in accordance with applicable laws. Job Description and Company CultureAt Carrier we make modern life possible by delivering groundbreaking systems and services that help homes, buildings and shipping become safer, smarter and more sustainable. We exceed the expectations of our customers by anticipating industry trends, working tirelessly to master and revolutionize them. Our team of approximately 56,000 dedicated individuals continues to mold industry standards by pursuing the latest research and developments to improve the lives of our customers. We’re constantly growing, seeking out talented, likeminded people who are committed to our primary duty: to be the world’s first choice in security, shipping and HVAC technology.