Senior Development Engineer

Overview

Lead design & development of HVAC products, guiding NPI from concept to launch

Key Responsibilities

• npi lead
• hvac design
• doe testing
• cad modeling
• cost analysis
• customer support

Tasks

-Procure materials and oversee the engineering of new product models and prototypes -Support project management as a technical lead—or serve as overall project manager for moderate-scope programs -Evaluate and recommend new product designs and cost improvements to enhance Daikin’s market competitiveness -Lead the design and development of new HVAC products and sub-systems, including vapor compression refrigeration circuits, heat exchangers, fans, and cabinet structures -Evaluate new materials and coordinate with sourcing to support product updates or cost-reduction initiatives -Lead technical efforts in Daikin’s cross-functional New Product Introduction (NPI) process -Perform technical analysis of competitive products to guide design strategy -Provide technical direction to cross-functional teams throughout the product lifecycle—from concept to launch -Plan and conduct structured test programs using Design of Experiments (DOE) for complex systems with multiple variables -Use computer-assisted engineering and design tools to develop and validate new concepts and features -Provide imaginative and thorough solutions to a wide range of difficult engineering problems -Analyze and recommend design changes to improve cost, performance, or manufacturability -Provide engineering support for Sales and Marketing, including product presentations and customer engagement -Serve as the engineering lead on mid-sized NPI projects, supporting both product strategy and execution milestones -Analyze test data and reports to verify that designs meet functional, performance, and safety specifications

Requirements

• hvac
• 5-6 yrs
• mechanical engineering
• cad
• simulation
• cross-functional

What You Bring

-The ability to make an impact and shape your career with a company that is passionate about growth -5–6 years of experience in HVAC, rotating machinery, turbomachinery, or related product development -Ability to guide product development from initial concept through product launch -Proven experience leading the design and development of HVAC products and subsystems, including vapor compression refrigeration circuits, heat exchangers, fans, and cabinet structures -Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related technical discipline -Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and projects -Proficiency in CAD and simulation tools for thermal and mechanical system analysis -Experience serving as the engineering lead on mid-sized NPI projects, contributing to both product strategy and execution

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Benefits

-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

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.

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