Hvac Engineer Jobs in Tennessee
Hvac Engineer jobs in Tennessee are consistently active, with strong demand from commercial construction, manufacturing, and institutional facilities management pulling candidates from entry-level technicians through senior mechanical engineers. Nashville, Memphis, and Knoxville anchor most of the hiring, where large employers such as Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Bridgestone Americas, and Trane Technologies maintain ongoing staffing needs. The most in-demand specialties are building automation systems, energy efficiency retrofits, and industrial HVAC design tied to Tennessee's growing manufacturing corridor. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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The Oshkosh Corporation Vocational segment leverages the power of our people, brands, and strength in technology to improve the safety, cleanliness, and productivity of our communities. The Vocational segment includes market leading brands McNeilus, Oshkosh S-Series, IMT, Pierce, MAXIMETAL, Oshkosh Airport Products, and Frontline Communications. Our purpose-built products serve our communities with carefully designed and engineered refuse trucks, front-discharge mixer trucks, fire apparatus, Airport Rescue and Fire Fighting trucks, service vehicles, and command trucks. Our products are designed to perform under the toughest conditions.
Oshkosh Vocational is new to the Murfreesboro, Tennessee area and is looking to build an extraordinary team of purpose driven individuals. The new facility is located off of Joe B Jackson Parkway giving team members an opportunity to avoid the Nashville traffic! As part of our People First Culture, you'll be encouraged and empowered to take ownership of your work, develop your career, and make a real impact on the world around you!
At Oshkosh, moving the future forward is our priority and this includes your future. We encourage professional development and champion our employees’ success through various skills and training opportunities. Named one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies™ by Ethisphere Institute for six consecutive years, everything we do at Oshkosh is guided by our core values and the 15k+ team members around the world who embody them.
We put people first. We do the right thing. We persevere. We are better together.
With a career at Oshkosh Vocational Tennessee, you can expect:
- Competitive pay based on experience.
- Comprehensive benefit package effective day one (1).
- Medical, Pharmacy, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account, Disability, Life Insurance, 401(k) + company match, wellness programs, paid time off, stock purchase programs, employee discount program and more.
- Job stability and opportunities for growth.
- Culture focused on people first, innovation and advancing industries.
This role will be based onsite at our brand-new facility in Murfreesboro and reporting to our Chief Engineer - Operations.
The Senior Manufacturing Engineer will be responsible for all detailed processes in connection with manufacturing, routings, master data, time studies, manufacturing bill of materials, and change notices/engineering changes. This role will review new releases for design and manufacturing and support with recommendations for new equipment and tooling. The Senior Manufacturing Engineer will provide shop support to aid in improving the coordination and collaboration between Engineering and Operations departments.
YOUR IMPACT:
These duties are not meant to be all-inclusive, and other duties may be assigned.
- Be the subject matter expert for a selected series of processes, usually defined by common manufacturing equipment or by product
- Oversee and coach supporting engineers or engineering technicians in their daily work to ensure manufacturing excellence
- Responsible for completion of a project or parts of multiple projects of complexity on time and utilize lean/six sigma principles and methodologies in making process improvements
- Manage the capitalization of equipment and receipts of POs relative to projects you are leading or supporting
- Performs complex engineering calculations, investigations, and prepares delivery of plans, designs, computation methods and/or reporting
- Manage the cycle time balance of each station to ensure output matches delivery schedule
- Determine appropriate assembly fixturing that are complex in nature and sequence of operations
- Review and select required special tooling and equipment
- Collaborate with design engineering to develop corrective actions for product performance issues
- Develop and support recommendations for new equipment and tooling
- Provide technical guidance for minor to complex issues found in production
- Configure or update ERP data to ensure accurate cost and labor calculations
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s degree in Operations, Engineering or related field.
- Five (5) or more years of experience.
STANDOUT QUALIFICATIONS:
- Experience with HVAC products.
- Experience with brazing processes.
- Experience with electrical wiring.
- Familiar with DC torque tools (Cleco/apex tools preferred)
- Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, government regulations, and procedure manuals.
- Ability to adapt to a fast-paced environment.
- Experience handling EAR-99 and ITAR documentation
- Detail oriented.
- Verbal and written communication skills.
- Dedicating to timely deliverables and willing to work outside typical work hours as needed
- Experience with common machining equipment (Lathe, Mill, Drill press, Band Saw, etc…)
- Familiarity with ERP systems (SAP/Oracle)
- Drafting skills and 2D/3D CAD experience (Siemens NX preferred)
CORE COMPETENCIES:
- Internal Contacts: Contact with peers and others involving explanation of information (these contacts may be within or outside department or division), and the gathering of factual information; may include the communication of sensitive or confidential information.
- External Contacts: External contact involving a requirement to maintain a continuing external working relationship with individuals, or organizations.
- Communication Skills: Read, write, and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Read and interpret safety rules, operating/maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Write routine reports, correspondence and speak effectively before both internal and external groups. Read, analyze, and interpret business manuals, technical procedures, and/or government regulations. Read, analyze, and interpret scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents. Prepare and/or present written communications that pertain to controversial and complex topics.
- Decision-Making: Regularly makes decisions of responsibility, involving evaluation or information. Decisions may require development or application of alternatives or precedents.
- Complexity, Judgment and Problem Solving: Generally diversified and moderately difficult work. Requires judgement in the adaptation and interpretation of established practices and procedures to meet problems and situations to which the application is not clearly defined.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Physical Demands: Frequent: Standing, Walking/Running, Sitting, Hearing, Talking, Visual, Typing, Fine Dexterity, Manual Dexterity; Upper Extremity Repetitive Motion; Occasional: Reaching, Climbing, Driving, Bending/Kneeling, Lifting/Carrying 35lbs., Pushing/Pulling 35llbs.
- Non-Physical Demands: Frequent: Analysis/Reasoning, Communication/Interpretation, Math/Mental Computation, Reading, Sustained Mental Activity (i.e. auditing, problem solving, grant writing, composing reports); Occasional: Writing.
- Environmental Demands: Frequent: Task Changes, Tedious/Exacting Work; Occasional: Work Alone, High Volume Public Contact, Dust, Temperature Extremes, Loud Noises, Physical Danger, Toxic Substances (i.e. solvents, pesticides, etc.)
- Work Schedule: Routine shift hours. Infrequent overtime, weekend, or shift rotation.
- Demands/Deadlines: High volume and variable work demands and deadlines impose strain on routine basis or considerable stress intermittently; OR regular direct contacts with distressed individuals within the immediate work environment; and/or exposure to demands and pressures from persons other than immediate supervisor.
Pay Range:
$82,900.00 - $134,300.00The above pay range reflects the minimum and maximum target pay for the position across all U.S. locations. Within this range, individual pay is determined by various factors, including the scope and responsibilities of the role, the candidate's experience, education and skills, as well as the equity of pay among team members in similar positions. Beyond offering a competitive total rewards package, we prioritize a people-first culture and offer various opportunities to support team member growth and success.
Oshkosh is committed to working with and offering reasonable accommodation to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to disability for any part of the employment process, please contact us at corporatetalentacquisition@oshkoshcorp.com.
Oshkosh Corporation is a merit-based Equal Opportunity Employer. Job opportunities are open for application to all qualified individuals and selection decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristic. To the extent that information is provided or collected regarding categories as provided by law it will in no way affect the decision regarding an employment application.
Oshkosh Corporation will not discharge or in any manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with Oshkosh Corporation's legal duty to furnish information.
Certain positions with Oshkosh Corporation require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations or the Export Administration Regulations. Applicants for these positions may need to be "U.S. Persons," as defined in these regulations. Generally, a "U.S. Person" is a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or an individual who has been admitted as a refugee or granted asylum.
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Top Industries Hiring
- Construction & Real Estate
- Healthcare & Medical Services
What Tennessee Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in hvac engineer jobs across Tennessee.
- Active Tennessee HVAC contractor license or EPA Section 608 certification required
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or HVAC engineering technology preferred
- Minimum two to five years of commercial or industrial HVAC system design experience
- Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, or equivalent HVAC load calculation and drafting software
- Familiarity with ASHRAE standards, SMACNA guidelines, and Tennessee mechanical codes
- Strong written communication skills for project documentation, submittals, and client reports
Hvac Engineer Jobs in Tennessee: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a hvac engineer in Tennessee?
Most hvac engineer roles in Tennessee require at minimum an associate or bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering technology or a related HVAC field, combined with EPA Section 608 certification for refrigerant handling. Engineers who take on design-responsible roles typically pursue Professional Engineer licensure through the Tennessee State Board of Architectural and Engineering Examiners, which requires passing the FE and PE exams. Practical field or design experience under a licensed engineer is a standard stepping stone before independent responsibility.
Which companies hire hvac engineers in Tennessee?
Employers hiring hvac engineers in Tennessee right now include St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, Parsons, and SpaceXAI, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Tennessee's mix of large healthcare systems, automotive and advanced manufacturing plants, and university campuses creates recurring demand for both in-house and consulting HVAC engineering talent.
Which Tennessee cities have the most hvac engineer jobs?
Memphis, Nashville, and Kingsport consistently show the most hvac engineer openings in Tennessee. Nashville drives the largest share of postings through its commercial construction boom and concentration of major healthcare and corporate campuses, while Memphis benefits from its logistics and industrial base and Knoxville from the University of Tennessee system and Oak Ridge National Laboratory facilities requiring ongoing mechanical engineering support.
Are there remote hvac engineer jobs in Tennessee?
Yes, but they're rare. About 0% of hvac engineer openings tied to Tennessee are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting the hands-on and site-dependent nature of most HVAC engineering work. The portions of the role most likely to allow remote arrangements are energy modeling, load calculations, and drawing review rather than field commissioning or construction administration.
How can I get hired as a hvac engineer in Tennessee with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is an engineering internship or co-op with a Tennessee mechanical engineering consulting firm or a facilities department at a large institution such as a hospital or university. Large Tennessee employers in healthcare and manufacturing often bring on engineering technicians or junior designers who hold an associate degree and EPA Section 608 certification. Completing FE exam eligibility while still in school and building AutoCAD or Revit skills gives candidates a measurable edge over applicants with comparable education but no software fluency.
Where can I find and apply to hvac engineer jobs in Tennessee?
You can find and apply to hvac engineer jobs in Tennessee on Migrate Mate, which lists current Tennessee openings across commercial, industrial, and institutional employers. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience level and specialty, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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