Project Engineering Manager

DAIKIN; Sydney; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bupa Health Fund

Fitness Passport

Flare Benefit

Free parking on site

Job summary

Daikin Australia seeks an experienced Project Engineering Manager specializing in Make to Order HVAC design, focusing on AHUs and data-centre products. You will lead the project engineering team to deliver manufacturable designs, drawings, and cost estimates, while ensuring compliance with Australian standards.

Bring 5+ years in MTO manufacturing, strong CAD skills, and leadership capabilities to drive value engineering and cross-team collaboration across production, R&D, and global Daikin

Qualifications

• Tertiary degree in Engineering (Mechanical preferred).
• Professional accreditation (CPEng/MIEAust) is highly advantageous.
• Minimum 5 years in a Make to Order HVAC environment.
• Proven HVAC design experience for AHUs and custom equipment.
• Strong CAD proficiency (SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Revit).

Responsibilities

• Lead the project engineering team for MTO HVAC projects.
• Deliver manufacturable designs, drawings, and cost estimates.
• Ensure compliance with Australian standards and codes.
• Collaborate with production, QA, procurement, R&D, and global teams.
• Drive value engineering and risk assessments.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Communication

Problem solving

Customer focus

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Professional accreditation (CPEng, MIEAust)

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Our CompanyDaikin has a solid history and reputation in holding its number 1 position in the global market for air conditioning. The foundation of its success and continued growth is truly in our people, who strive and are encouraged to do remarkable things, including thinking differently and being open to new possibilities.At Daikin Australia, we live and breathe our core values of Absolute Credibility, Enterprise Management and Building Harmonious Personal Relationships. We prioritise fostering positive relationships with clients, colleagues and stakeholders to create a collaborative and supportive work environment for all.Looking ahead, we anticipate the global demand for air conditioning will grow exponentially. Our vision at Daikin after reaching our 100th anniversary globally, is to continue our commitment to environmental awareness and commit to advancing technology to promote sustainable practices.About the roleWe are seeking an experienced Project Engineering Manager with specialist expertise in Make to Order (MTO) HVAC equipment design (focusing on Air Handling Units (AHU) and Data Centre related products) to join our Manufacturing division.In this pivotal leadership role, you will lead the project engineering team responsible for the development, design, and delivery of locally manufactured MTO projects. You will ensure all product designs are fully optimised for manufacturability, quality, performance, safety, and compliance with relevant Australian standards.Key Responsibilities:Lead, mentor, and manage the performance, development, and safety culture of the project engineering team to achieve key manufacturing KPIs (SQCDE).Lead design reviews, risk assessments, and value engineering activities to optimize product performance, cost-efficiency, and ease of manufacturing.Deliver timely and accurate engineering drawings, 3D models, technical documentation, and cost estimates for MTO HVAC solutions to support sales activity.Product Compliance & Standards: Ensure all products comply strictly with relevant Australian standards, building codes, and regulations.Partner closely with production, quality control, procurement, R&D, and global Daikin manufacturing teams to support manufacturing processes and resolve technical challenges.About youTo be successful in this role, you will bring strong engineering leadership experience and deep technical expertise in custom HVAC product design.Tertiary degree in Engineering (preferably Mechanical Engineering). Professional accreditation (e.g., CPEng, MIEAust) is highly advantageous.Minimum 5 years of experience in a similar role within a Make to Order (MTO) manufacturing environment.Proven track record in HVAC design (specifically AHUs and related custom equipment), solid understanding of airflow dynamics, thermodynamics, and acoustics, and proficiency in CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Revit).Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Design for Manufacture and Assembly (DFMA), and sustainable/energy-efficient design practices.Outstanding project management, problem-solving, customer focus, and communication skills to collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.Why join us?Collaborative work environment fostering a positive team culture.Competitive Salary + Superannuation + Performance bonusProvided with on-the-job training for continuous career growth opportunitiesDiscounted Bupa Health FundFitness Passport – Access to over hundreds of gyms nationally!Flare Benefit – Discounted gift card, novated lease, discounted health/car/home loanBe part of a global number 1 company in HVACBe part of a dynamic team that values innovation, collaboration and personal growth.Free parking on siteWe thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.Daikin Australia is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.Ready to Apply?If you're a self-motivated individual who can manage your own workload, escalate issues when need, and contribute to a productive team environment, we want to hear from you. This is an excellent opportunity to gain valuable experience and become a vital part of our team.Apply today to join a company that values its employees and offers a great work environment!