Rheem Manufacturing · 1 day ago
Rotational Engineering Program Associate - 2026
Fort Smith, AR, United States
Full-time
Hybrid
New Grad, Entry LevelRheem Manufacturing is seeking candidates for their 2026 US Air Division Rotational Engineering Program. This program offers recent graduates an opportunity to gain extensive insights into engineering functions through hands-on assignments across various departments, ultimately building a comprehensive view of product development and manufacturing processes.
Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC)Industrial ManufacturingManufacturingOil and Gas
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Rheem will provide a supportive environment for the rotational engineers to ensure each employee gains valuable experience to help build a long-term career path. Employees will have the opportunity to challenge themselves with each rotation and receive a different view of the business initiatives. Here’s what to expect:
Operations:
Learn manufacturing processes in depth and how they are all related
Learn the cause-and-effect relationship with manufacturing and other functions of the business to drive success in future positions
Gain knowledge of the Rheem Production System (RPS), which is based upon the philosophies of the Toyota Production System
Ability to design operator workstations that maximize efficiency
Work one-on-one with other engineers designing new processes and improving existing processes
Product/R&D Engineering
Gain an intimate knowledge of HVAC&R products, principles and science
Ability to directly apply knowledge gained during undergraduate school: basics of design, noise and vibration, fluid flow, thermodynamics, heat transfer, controls, electric circuits, and machines, etc
Gain experience and knowledge with product development from generation through design and development, testing and final product release to production and post release product technical support
Understand the fundamentals of being a well-rounded engineer by learning essential aspects of the Engineering function including design, drawing, documentation, experimentation, creating bill of materials, releasing drawings, ensuring manufacturability, engaging suppliers of key components and integrating purchased parts into the design, ensuring quality is built into all stages of development, ensuring all regulatory and certification agency requirements, and working with all other business functions including Sourcing, Manufacturing, Tooling, Quality Assurance, Product Management, Sales and Service
Hands-on laboratory experience by working with experienced technicians in building prototypes in the model shop, conducting experiments, analyzing results, and integrating them into product design
Quality Assurance
Planning, Quality Control, and Quality Improvement
Learn the 8D problem solving and validation methodology
Co – Lead a significant Quality Improvement Project with Quality or R&D Engineer
Lead a significant Quality Improvement Project (problem or initiative)
Complete training on the Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) in Reliance and learn to review PPAPs effectively
Develop/Improve a key process in Quality (Business Process / Operations)
Product/R&D Test Engineering
Conduct comprehensive project research to aid in the development of advanced airflow testing methodologies, encompassing testing automation, CFD analysis for airflow, physical testing, and optimization testing
Acquire an understanding of the fundamental functions of testing equipment and processes essential for the manufacture of HVAC/R equipment and system components
Conduct experiments and analyze the results, actively contributing to the iterative development process. Collaborate with Project engineers in integrating experimental findings into product design, enhancing product performance and quality
Learn and assist in optimizing airflow across all products. Understand the technical processes for collecting airflow data. Work with Vendors to automate airflow testing systems from operations to coefficient production
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, obtained by May 2026. It is highly preferred that candidate has obtained Bachelor's degree within the past two years
3.0 GPA or higher (out of 4.0 scale)
Must have US citizenship or permanent residency with authorization to work
Preferred
Recently obtained Master's degree in Engineering. It is highly preferred that candidate has obtained Master's degree within past two years
Working experience in engineering space (i.e. internship or other) of product design/manufacturing environment
Experience with HVACR products
Company
Rheem Manufacturing
Rheem Manufacturingis a manufacturer of heating, cooling, water heating, pool and spa heating, and commercial refrigeration systems.
Founded in 1925
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Chris Peel
President and CEO
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Alan Machuga
Executive Vice President Technology, CTO
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