Application Engineer

Danfoss GmbH; United States; On-site; USD 38,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

Danfoss is seeking an Application Engineer in Japan to design and optimize cooling systems across HVAC, precision cooling, marine, and industrial heat pump applications. You will partner with Japanese clients and our strategic team to translate customer needs into robust, energy-efficient technical solutions.

The role requires a mechanical/electrical engineering background, strong HVAC knowledge, and the ability to travel extensively within Japan (about 40-60%).

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC systems, precision cooling, and industrial heat pumps.
• Translate customer needs into technical solutions.
• Ability to travel 40-60% within Japan.
• Experience in application engineering or technical support preferred.
• Fluency in English and Japanese.

Responsibilities

• Support our Japanese strategic partner and business developers in supporting the design of advanced cooling systems.
• Provide technical expertise in product selection, system design, and value proposition development.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative, customer-centric solutions.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices in all designs.
• Act as a technical advisor to internal stakeholders and external customers.

Skills

English fluency

Japanese fluency

Customer-facing communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Job description

Segment: Danfoss Climate Solutions Segment

Job Category: Sales

Work Location Type: On-site

Req ID: 48099

Job Location: Osaka-Shi, JP, Tokyo, JP

Employment Type: Full Time

Segment: Danfoss Climate Solutions Segment

Job Category: Sales

Work Location Type: On-site

Application Engineer

The Impact You'll Make

At Danfoss, we are looking for an Application Engineer who will play a pivotal role in designing the cooling systems of tomorrow. This is your chance to drive sustainable, energy-efficient solutions that make a real impact.

As a key member of our team, you will own critical responsibilities in product selection, value proposition development, and system design across HVAC, Precision Cooling, Marine, and Industrial Heat Pump applications

What You’ll Be Doing

• Support our Japanese strategic partner and business developers in supporting the design of advanced cooling systems.
• Provide technical expertise in product selection, system design, and value proposition development.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative, customer-centric solutions.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices in all designs.
• Act as a technical advisor to internal stakeholders and external customers.

What We're Looking For

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC systems, precision cooling, and industrial heat pumps.
• Ability to translate customer needs into technical solutions.
• Ability to work independently and traveling extensively within Japan (approximately 40-60%) and periodically outside Japan for meetings and training..
• Experience in application engineering or technical support roles preferred.
• Fluency in English and Japanese.

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 like 13th salary, annual 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.

Our Commitment to Transparency

Salary ranges listed reflect only primary location and currency. For local salary ranges and specific benefits in your preferred hiring location, please ask your Talent Acquisition representative for more information.

The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Any benefits listed do not promise or guarantee any particular benefit or specific action. They may depend on country or contract specifics and are subject to change at any time without prior notice.

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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.