Senior Product Development Engineer III - Refrigeration
Daikin Applied Americas
Lead design, development, and launch of advanced HVAC refrigeration systems.
17 days ago ago
$87,800 - $143,100
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Plymouth, MN
Hybrid
Company Size
4,156 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Technical Services
Design
Project Management
Turnkey
Sector Specialisms
Commercial Buildings
Multi-family Housing
Data Centers
Institutional Facilities
Industrial
Energy
Infrastructure
Residential
Role
What you would be doing
hvac design
fea
cfd
test planning
product development
heat transfer
- Structural systems (design and testing for leakage, pressure, accelerated life, seismic and wind loading)
- Contribute expertise to key HVAC subsystems, including:
- 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
- Work cross-functionally with groups such as design, test, manufacturing, sales, and supply chain to ensure product design meets business needs
- 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
- Provide technical guidance to more junior team members
- Act as the technical lead for the development of complete HVAC units, creating innovative, high-performance solutions that exceed customer expectations
- Drive the execution of the new product development phase-gate process, demonstrating appropriate design maturity and growth across various milestones
- 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
- 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
What you bring
master’s
hvac
thermodynamics
heat transfer
leadership
10+ years
- The ability to make an impact and shape your career with a company that is passionate about growth
- Master’s degree in engineering or MBA
- Communication: Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills, with a collaborative, team-player mindset.
- Experience: Minimum 10 years in product development, with a proven track record of leading complex engineering projects
- Indoor air quality solutions (filtration, ventilation, UV lighting)
- Leadership Skills: Exceptional ability to lead teams, mentor engineers, and drive projects with minimal supervision.
- HVAC industry experience
- 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.
- Fans, motors, and variable speed technologies
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related technical field
- Unit controls (sequence of operation, control algorithms, and devices)
- Paid sick time in accordance with the federal, state and local law
- 401K retirement plan with employer match
- Paid time off and company paid holidays
- Tuition Reimbursement after 6 months of continuous service
- Multiple medical insurance plan options + dental and vision insurance
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Company
Overview
Founded 1933
Year Established
The company originated in 1933 as McQuay International in Minneapolis.
Acquired 2006
Acquisition Year
Transformed significantly after being acquired by Daikin Industries in 2006.
$30B Revenue
Parent Company Revenue
The global parent company generates nearly $30 billion in annual revenue.
$582M Applied Americas
Division Revenue
Applied Americas division contributes $582 million in revenue.
- 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.
- Prioritizes meeting customer needs and delivering innovative solutions to solve their unique challenges.
- Fosters a culture of innovation, encouraging new ideas and breakthrough technologies to advance the HVAC industry.
- Strives for excellence in everything they do, ensuring quality, reliability, and operational efficiency.
- Committed to sustainability and environmental stewardship, offering products that reduce energy consumption and minimize environmental impact.
- Values teamwork and collaboration across all levels of the organization to drive mutual success.
- Maintains high ethical standards and operates with honesty and transparency in all interactions.
- Promotes a culture of respect, valuing diverse perspectives and fostering an inclusive work environment.
2050
Net Zero Target
Aim to achieve net zero carbon emissions by this year.
- Products are designed to reduce environmental impact by improving energy efficiency and reducing emissions.
- Invests in sustainable technologies, such as energy-efficient HVAC solutions, to lower carbon footprints.
- Supports net zero goals through transitioning to renewable energy sources and optimizing energy use in products.
- Focuses on reducing water consumption and implementing waste reduction initiatives across its operations.
- The company is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse work environment, where all employees feel valued and respected.
- They support gender equality and work to increase the representation of women in leadership positions.
- The company has specific diversity goals, aiming to improve hiring practices and increase the diversity of their workforce.
- They have initiatives to support professional development and mentorship programs for underrepresented groups in the HVAC industry.
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