Sr. Development Engineer - Heat Exchangers

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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 to drive the release of 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 (on-site)

Your Responsibilities:

• 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

Your Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

• Four 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

• Knowledge of Finite Element Analysis (preferred)

• Knowledge of ASME Section VIII, Division I (preferred)

Your 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 

Work visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

The typical annual base salary for this position ranges from $90,400 - $151,800 + 10% bonus 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.

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