Product Development Technician
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 2, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 22, 2026.
Product Development Technician
Vintage Air, Inc. - Where Classic Engineering Meets Modern Innovation
Do classic cars, muscle machines, and custom builds spark your curiosity? Do you enjoy transforming engineering concepts into tangible, high-performance products? Vintage Air is seeking a Product Development Technician who thrives in hands-on engineering environments and wants to help design the next generation of climate-control systems for iconic vehicles.
Join a company recognized worldwide for premium custom A/C systems and play a direct role in developing solutions that enhance performance, reliability, and driver comfort for the vehicles enthusiasts love most.
What You’ll Do
As a key member of the Engineering team, you will participate in the full product development lifecycle-from initial concept and prototype fabrication to testing, refinement, and production readiness.
Core Responsibilities
- Design HVAC-related components including compressor and alternator brackets, evaporator and condenser mounts, ducts, and control panels
- Develop and construct tools, fixtures, molds, and prototype hardware for new and existing programs
- Test-fit engine compartment and passenger compartment prototypes to validate form, fit, and function
- Create engineering documentation, assembly instructions, and installation guides
- Analyze testing feedback and field data to drive product improvements and design iterations
- Identify opportunities for product and process enhancements that improve performance, manufacturability, and efficiency
What You Bring
- Technical background in Mechanical, Automotive, or related engineering field
- 2+ years of CAD experience (SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or similar)
- Experience working with sheet metal fabrication, fixture design, and multi-material assemblies (metal, plastics, rubber)
- Working knowledge of automotive A/C systems (compressors, condensers, evaporators, hoses, and refrigeration components)
- Experience creating technical assembly or installation documentation
- Hands-on, collaborative problem-solver with strong mechanical aptitude
- Enthusiasm for classic, muscle, and collector vehicles
Why Vintage Air?
- Industry Leadership: Work on products trusted by builders, restoration shops, and automotive enthusiasts worldwide
- Hands-On Engineering Environment: See your designs move rapidly from concept to installed product
- Competitive Benefits: Weekly pay, paid holidays, medical benefits, PTO, and 401(k)
- Career Stability & Growth: Join a team committed to long-term employee development and internal advancement
- Craftsmanship Culture: Collaborate in an engineering-driven organization that values precision, quality, and innovation
Build the Future of Comfort for Classic Cars
If you want your engineering work to appear under the hood of some of the most exciting classic builds in the country, apply today and help Vintage Air continue setting the standard for custom automotive climate systems.
Vintage Air, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.