New Product Development Staff Engineer IV

Daikin Applied Americas

The Role

Overview

Lead design and launch of advanced HVAC refrigeration systems.

Key Responsibilities

  • hvac design
  • system testing
  • fea modeling
  • collaboration
  • mentorship
  • product development

Tasks

-Structural systems (design and testing for leakage, pressure, accelerated life, seismic and wind loading) -Work cross-functionally with groups such as design, test, manufacturing, sales, and supply chain to ensure product design meets business needs -Drive the execution of the new product development phase-gate process, demonstrating appropriate design maturity and growth across various milestones -Lead High-Impact Projects: Take ownership of designing and launching cutting-edge HVAC systems, from concept to production, solving complex challenges that shape the industry -Innovate with Experts: Partner with cross-functional teams in our world-class Technology Center, leveraging advanced tools like MBSE, FEA and CFD to push the boundaries of design -Provide technical guidance to more junior team members -Develop electro-mechanical products of significant complexity, supporting program quality, cost, and schedule -Develop test plans and performs testing of components and sub-systems, supporting performance, reliability, and industry certification -Contribute expertise to key HVAC subsystems, including: -Tackle highly complex technical challenges, applying expert knowledge in heat transfer, fluid dynamics, and mechanical analysis to optimize designs -Make a Difference: Create sustainable, efficient, high-performance HVAC solutions that improve lives and environments worldwide -Act as the technical lead for the development of complete HVAC units, creating innovative, high-performance solutions that exceed customer expectations -Grow and Lead: Mentor talented engineers, guide strategic initiatives, and expand your expertise in equipment and subsystem design areas like refrigeration, air quality, and energy recovery

Requirements

  • hvac
  • controls
  • thermodynamics
  • master’s
  • leadership
  • 10+ years

What You Bring

-HVAC industry experience -Unit controls (sequence of operation, control algorithms, and devices) -Master’s degree in engineering or MBA -Experience: Minimum 10 years in product development, with a proven track record of leading complex engineering projects -Leadership Skills: Exceptional ability to lead teams, mentor engineers, and drive projects with minimal supervision. -Indoor air quality solutions (filtration, ventilation, UV lighting) -Education: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related technical field -Fans, motors, and variable speed technologies -The ability to make an impact and shape your career with a company that is passionate about growth -Communication: Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills, with a collaborative, team-player mindset. -Technical Expertise: Experience in one or more of the following: thermodynamics, heat transfer, fluid dynamics, and mechanical analysis. Demonstrated ability to architect new products and contribute to new technology development projects.

Benefits

-Paid sick time in accordance with the federal, state and local law -Paid time off and company paid holidays -401K retirement plan with employer match -Tuition Reimbursement after 6 months of continuous service -Multiple medical insurance plan options + dental and vision insurance

The Company

About Daikin Applied Americas

-Now fuels complex projects: water-cooled chillers, air-handlers, modular central plants and rooftop units across North America. -Typical deployments include custom HVAC for data centers, sports venues, campuses and commercial towers. -Specialisms span commercial and industrial sectors, with strong energy and infrastructure focus. -Continues to innovate with compact chillers, heat-pump rooftop systems and intelligent equipment platforms. -Unusual fact: it evolved from war-time radiator and compressor maker, once built bomb-release gear for WWII.

Sector Specialisms

Commercial Buildings

Multi-family Housing

Data Centers

Institutional Facilities

Industrial

Energy

Infrastructure

Residential

Commercial