Development Engineer - PDC Chillers

Make your mark at the world's largest HVAC company

Daikin Applied is seeking a Development Engineer. The Development Engineer will assist in and lead the development of primary systems and sub-systems of air-cooled chillers. They will collaborate with cross-functional team members, driving towards releasing innovative chiller products. Come be a part of an exciting journey at Daikin Applied, where innovation and excellence drive our every endeavor!

Location: Staunton, VA – Hybrid

What you will do:

• Technical system development of HVAC equipment using engineering fundamentals such as heat transfer, fluid dynamics and mechanical analysis

• Support the execution of the new product development phase-gate process, demonstrating appropriate design maturity and growth across various milestones

• Lead and support the design and integration of compression refrigeration systems; fans, motors, mechanical drives, and variable speed technologies; structural sheet metal and refrigeration system piping

• Give technical direction to create concepts and develop them into a marketable product and work cross-functionally with groups such as design, test, manufacturing, sales, and supply chain to ensure product design meets business needs

• Provide manufacturing support for concept and prototype unit builds

• Develop test plans and perform testing of components, sub-systems, and total systems, supporting performance, reliability, and industry certification

• Initiate and obtain agency and regulatory approval status for new products (UL, ETL, CRN, ASME, CE, etc.)

• Produce technical documentation to support the Marketing launch of new products and product options

• Provide infant support for newly released products, including review of training program documentation and supporting Application Engineering and Sales

• Assist in various cost improvement goals, proposing new ideas and initiating cost reduction and product improvement efforts to increase the overall value of the product

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

• 2+ years of related experience (HVAC, Industrial Process, or similar)

• Detailed knowledge of engineering

• Strong organizational, interpersonal and communication skills

• Work visa sponsorship is not available for this position

Preferred Qualifications:

• HVAC industry experience

• Basic skills with CAD applications

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 contributions matching 100% of the first 3% of employee contributions and 50% on the next 2% of employee contributions 

• Company provided life insurance + optional employee-paid voluntary life insurance, dependent life coverage, and voluntary accident coverage 

• Short-term and long-term disability  

• 3 weeks of paid time off for new employees + 11 company-paid holidays 

• Vacation accrues on a monthly basis, unless applicable federal, state, and local law requires a faster accrual 

• Paid sick time in accordance with the federal, state, and local law  

• Paid parental leave and tuition reimbursement after 6 months of continuous service 

The typical annual base salary for this position ranges from $62,000 - $120,700 in Virginia. 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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