Associate Engineer, Product

Danfoss

The Role

Overview

Design and develop hydraulic hoses/fittings, lead product projects, support customers

Key Responsibilities

  • product development
  • technical support
  • cad design
  • simulation tools
  • six sigma
  • quality checks

Tasks

-Continuously learn and share knowledge to foster innovation, protect intellectual property, and advance organizational objectives through professional development and idea generation. -Lead multiple small product development projects or contribute to larger initiatives to deliver innovative hydraulic hose and fitting solutions that meet technical, cost, and customer requirements. -Support customers, suppliers, and internal teams by providing technical expertise, building prediction models, and ensuring prototypes and products meet or exceed performance expectations. -Collaborate with cross-functional departments—including testing, manufacturing, and engineering teams—to drive product introduction, quality checks, and continuous improvements. -Use skills in computer-aided design, simulation tools, and Six Sigma/DFSS methodologies to enhance product reliability, differentiate solutions, and ensure compliance with standards.

Requirements

  • communication
  • teamwork
  • hydraulics
  • dfss
  • gd&t
  • problem-solving

What You Bring

-Strong verbal and written communication skills in English, with the ability to read and interpret technical drawings and documentation. -Ability to work effectively as a team player in cross-functional environments, with persistence and an open-minded, collaborative approach. -1–3 years of experience in product design within the hydraulics domain, with strong technical knowledge and ability to deliver reliable solutions. -Proficiency in DFSS tools (FMEA, DVPR, PDSC), Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerance (GD&T), stack-up analysis, and familiarity with engineering standards (EN/SAE/ISO). -A logical, problem-solving mindset with experience in failure investigation, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement practices.

Benefits

-We promote from within and support your learning with mentoring, training, and access to global opportunities. -You’ll have flexibility, autonomy, and support to do your best work while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Your well-being matters to us. -You’ll receive benefits like 13th salary, annual bonus, paid vacation, pension plans, personal insurance, and more. These vary by country and contract, but they’re worth asking about—we think they’re pretty great.

The Company

About Danfoss

-Begun in 1933 with a novel refrigeration valve and soon introduced thermostatic radiator valves, driving early energy-efficiency innovation. -Expanded into hydraulics, power electronics, and sensor systems, launching the first VLT frequency converter in 1968 and acquiring notable divisions such as Vacon and Eaton Hydraulics. -Typical projects range from district-energy systems and marine/offshore equipment to EV drivetrain modules, industrial automation, and large-scale cold-chain refrigeration. -Expertise spans HVAC, mobile & industrial hydraulics, AC drives & power electronics, high-pressure pumps, sensing/control components, and fire-safety systems.

Sector Specialisms

Industrial

Commercial Refrigeration

Marine and Offshore

Mobile Hydraulics

Construction

Agriculture

Off-highway Vehicles

Energy Efficiency

Heating

Air Conditioning

Power Conversion

Motor Control

Automotive

Oil and Gas Production

Seismic Exploration

Fishery

Chemical Industry

Steel Industry

Textile Industry