Engineer, Product Engineering

Danfoss GmbH; Pune District; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Danfoss Power Solutions Segment is seeking an Engineer, Product Engineering in Pune, India. You will lead multi-project development for fluid conveyance, applying DFSS methods and collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet demanding customer specs.

You will design, test, and validate solutions, while leveraging Teamcenter PLM and standard engineering practices to ensure robust, market-aligned products. A mid-senior level background is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering; master's preferred.
• 6-7 years in hydraulic fluid conveyance; testing experience.
• Knowledge of DFSS tools: FMEA, DVPR, PDSC.
• Experience with PLM systems and change management.

Responsibilities

• Lead multiple small product development projects and contribute to larger programs to deliver compliant and innovative Fluid Conveyance solutions.
• Support internal departments, suppliers, and customers by providing technical support, prototype development, testing, and ensuring products meet customer requirements.
• Collaborate with customers, cross-functional teams, and stakeholders with clear verbal and written communication throughout product development and introduction.
• Use CAE and design software, prediction models, and Six Sigma/DFSS tools to improve product performance, quality, and design predictability.
• Continuously learn, apply innovative product concepts, protect IP, and share knowledge to support continuous improvement.

Skills

DFSS tools

Root cause analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Teamcenter

Job description

Segment: Danfoss Power Solutions Segment

Job Category: R&D, Technology and Engineering

Work Location Type: On-site

Job Experience Level: Mid-Senior level

Engineer, Product Engineering

Req ID: 50522
Job Location: Pune, IN
Employment Type: Full Time
Segment: Danfoss Power Solutions Segment
Job Category: R&D, Technology and Engineering
Work Location Type: On-site
Job Experience Level: Mid-Senior level
Job Description

The Impact You'll Make

As our Engineer, you'll play a key role as part of the Data Center BU within the DIIC R&D and Engineering organization, Fluid Conveyance group at Danfoss Power Solutions. Based in Magarpatta, India, this role reports to the Data Center BU Engineering Manager.

You’ll collaborate with the DIIC R&D and Engineering organization within the Fluid Conveyance group and take ownership of designing and developing customer-specific Quick Disconnect Coupling solutions, helping us move toward a more focused and market-aligned future

What You'll Be Doing

• Lead multiple small product development projects and contribute to larger product development programs to deliver compliant and innovative Fluid Conveyance solutions.

• Support internal departments, suppliers, and customers by providing technical support, supporting prototype development, testing solutions, and ensuring products meet or exceed customer requirements.

• Collaborate with customers, cross-functional teams, and stakeholders by maintaining effective verbal and written communication throughout product development and introduction.

• Use computer-assisted engineering and design software, prediction models, and Six Sigma/DFSS tools (PDSC, P-Diagram, DFMEA, Risk Management, DVPR) to improve product performance, quality, and design predictability while ensuring designs meet Danfoss and customer standards.

• Continuously learn, apply innovative product concepts, protect IP through patents or trade secrets, and share knowledge to support continuous improvement and organizational objectives.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (Master’s degree preferred) with 6-7 years of experience in the hydraulic fluid conveyance domain, including hands-on product testing and validation. Experience on thermal management solutions and testing would be an added advantage.

• Proven knowledge of DFSS tools such as FMEA, DVPR, PDSC, along with hose and fitting failure investigation, root cause analysis, and 8D critical thinking.

• Strong understanding of engineering standards (EN/SAE/ISO), GD&T, stack-up analysis, and engineering checklists to support robust product design.

• Experience with PLM systems and engineering change management processes, including execution of changes through Teamcenter.

• Demonstrated decision quality, problem-solving, multitasking, and continuous improvement mindset, with effective written and oral communication skills to work independently and within cross-functional teams.

What You'll Get from Us

• We promote from within and support your learning with mentoring, training, and access to global opportunities.
• You’ll have flexibility, autonomy, and support to do your best work while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Your well-being matters to us.
• We strive to create an inclusive work environment where people of all backgrounds are respected, and valued for who they are.
• You’ll receive benefits likeannual bonus, paid vacation, pension plans, personal insurance, and more. These vary by country and contract, but they’re worth asking about—we think they’re pretty great.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected category.

Danfoss engineers solutions that increase machine productivity, reduce emissions, lower energy consumption, and enable electrification.

Our solutions are used in areas such as refrigeration, air conditioning, heating, power conversion, motor control, industrial machinery, marine, and on- and off-highway equipment. We also provide solutions for data centers, renewable energy, energy storage, heat recovery, as well as contribute to district energy solutions for cities.

Our innovative engineering dates back to 1933. Danfoss is family-owned and employs over 39,000 people. We create long-term value for our customers in more than 100 countries with a global footprint of around 100 factories.