Sr. Development Engineer - Heat Exchangers - Daikin Applied

Make your mark at the world’s largest HVAC company

Daikin Applied is seeking a Sr. Development Engineer – Heat Exchangers. The Sr. Development Engineer will lead the development of primary systems and sub-systems of commercial HVAC equipment. The candidate will collaborate with cross-functional team members, driving toward releasing innovative HVAC products. The candidate must have good communication skills and work well in a group setting, with minimal supervision. Come be a part of an exciting journey at Daikin Applied, where innovation and excellence drive our every endeavor!

Location: Plymouth, MN - Onsite

What you will do:


* Develop electro-mechanical products of significant complexity, supporting program quality, cost, and schedule
* Develop test plans and perform testing of components, sub-systems, and total systems, supporting performance, reliability, and industry certification
* 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
* Drive innovation around tools and product design
* Technical ownership of sub-system or system designs
* Mentor junior engineers

What’s in it for you:


* Medical/Dental/Vision coverage, PTO, 401K match, support for community involvement and much more


* The ability to make an impact and shape your career with a company that is passionate about growth
* The support of an organization that believes it is vital to include and engage diverse people, perspectives, and ideas to achieve our best

Minimum Qualifications:


* Bachelor’s degree in Engineering
* Six years of relevant experience
* Advanced understanding of mechanical concepts such as thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, structures, materials
* Hands-on experience testing electro-mechanical equipment
* Ability to problem solve within engineering and technical concepts
* Ability to effectively communicate technical information to an audience in a presentation setting
* Capabilities with PLM (Product Lifecycle Management)
* Knowledge of cross-functional groups such as Controls, Electrical Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Design, Quality, etc.
* Understanding of New Product Development processes and the ability to translate product requirements into engineering concepts
* Basic knowledge of Lean principles
* Ability to lead technical project teams, estimate work tasks and support project planning activities
* Knowledge of engineering tools and analysis methods such as DOE, DFMEA, DVP&R
* Knowledge of vapor compression cycle
* Capabilities in modeling/simulation tools such as MATLAB, ANSYS, VapCyc, etc.
* Knowledge of systems engineering and architecture
* Work visa sponsorship is not available for this position

Preferred Qualifications:


* Eight years of experience
* Knowledge of FEA (Finite Element Analysis)
* Knowledge of ASME Section VIII, Division I

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