Senior Engineer

Senior Engineer III - Plymouth, MN - Hybrid

Make your mark at the world’s largest HVAC company

Daikin Applied is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Engineer III to join our rapidly growing organization. This role will lead the design, testing, and launch of new products for our customers. Daikin Applied is leading the HVAC industry with a focus on next generation low global warming potential refrigerants and energy efficient solutions. Our products and people are best in class. In this role the individual will be able to make major contributions to advance the industry and solve customer challenges. The candidate should have experience with the development of HVAC systems, or experience with the development of similar technologies such as rotating machinery/turbines, internal combustion engines, compressors, and/or industrial heat exchangers. The success of the organization relies on the success of the team so the individual must be a team-player with excellent communication skills and eager to collaborate and learn. Come be a part of an exciting journey at Daikin Applied, where innovation and excellence drive our every endeavor!

Location: Hybrid, Plymouth, MN

What You Will Do

Lead the Technical Development of HVAC equipment using engineering fundamentals such as heat transfer, fluid dynamics and mechanical analysis. Contributing on the design of the following subsystems:

• vapor compression refrigeration systems
• fans, motors, mechanical drives, and variable speed technologies
• pumps and fluid flow control devices
• heat exchanger sizing and performance analysis
• cabinetry/structural systems: FEA, shipping and vibration, accelerated life testing, seismic and wind loading
• unit controls design and validation: sequence of operation, control algorithms, & associated control devices
• Lead laboratory testing and validation of HVAC systems. Collaborate on cross functional teams to test our equipment in our state-of-the-art laboratories. Lead the testing of the operation and function of commercial chillers
• Provide technical leadership to bring design concepts to production solutions.
• Lead and mentor junior engineering team members
• Lead CAD designers to execute product designs
• Develop advanced simulation techniques and perform FEA and CFD analysis of design concepts
• Coordinate with manufacturing and supply chain teams to transform engineering designs into production equipment
  
  

What’s In It For You

• 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

• 4-year degree in engineering or related technical field
• 7 years of engineering experience
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and a “team-player” mentality
• Desire to learn and develop world class chiller knowledge
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in technical, scientific, engineering, or related area
• Experience in the HVAC industry
  
  

Benefits

• Daikin Applied offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:
• Multiple medical insurance plan options dental and vision insurance
• 401K retirement plan with employer match
• Paid time off and company paid holidays
• Paid sick time in accordance with the federal, state and local law
• Tuition Reimbursement after 6 months of continuous service
  
  

The typical annual base salary for this position ranges from $104,700 - $135,000 plus a 10% bonus target in Minnesota. The range displayed represents the pay range for all positions in the job grade which this position falls. Individual base pay will depend on a wide range of factors including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.