Controls Engineer II – Hardware/Electrical

Daikin Applied Ltd.; Plymouth (MN); Hybrid; USD 74,200 - 124,300; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401K with employer match

Paid time off and holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Daikin Applied is seeking a Controls Engineer II – Hardware/Electrical in Plymouth, MN for a hybrid work setup. You will design, develop, and validate embedded hardware and electrical control systems for commercial HVAC equipment, including sensors, I/O, and peripherals.

You will collaborate with teams across firmware, mechanical, and manufacturing to ensure robust, cost-effective solutions. The role requires a Bachelor's in Electrical/Computer Engineering or related field, 4+ years in embedded

Qualifications

• Design, develop, and validate embedded hardware and electrical control systems for HVAC equipment.
• Experience with analog/digital circuit design, power supplies, and microcontrollers.
• Experience with schematics, PCB design, BOMs, and documentation.
• Collaborative cross-functional development across firmware, mechanical, software, and manufacturing teams.
• Capability to perform hardware verification, environmental and reliability testing.
• Familiarity with sensors and instrumentation used in HVAC systems.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and validate embedded hardware and electrical control systems for commercial HVAC equipment.
• Create and maintain electrical schematics, PCB designs, BOMs, and docs.
• Support hardware verification testing and analyze results to drive improvements.
• Collaborate with firmware, mechanical, software, and manufacturing teams throughout development.
• Provide technical support during product launches and sustaining engineering activities.
• Assist with EMC/EMI, electrical safety, and regulatory testing activities.

Skills

Embedded hardware design

Electrical control systems

Schematic design

PCB design

Sensors and instrumentation

EMC/EMI design

Testing and validation

Root cause analysis

HVAC controls knowledge

Communication protocols (BACnet, Modus

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Embedded Systems, or related field

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Logic analyzers

Digital multimeters

Programmable power supplies

Electronic loads

Job description

## Controls Engineer II – Hardware/ElectricalApplylocations: Plymouth, MN 55441time type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R003180*Join the world's largest HVAC company, named by Forbes as one of America's Best-In-State Employers 2025!***Controls Engineer II – Hardware/Electrical – Plymouth, MN – Hybrid**Daikin Applied is seeking a **Controls Engineer II – Hardware/Electrical** responsible for designing, developing, testing and implementing controls systems for Daikin’s cutting-edge HVAC equipment. Under direct supervision, you will collaborate with project teams, design detailed controls systems, program control sequences and ensure systems operate efficiently and effectively to meet the environmental needs of various customers.Come be a part of an exciting journey at Daikin Applied, where innovation and excellence drive our every endeavor!**Location:** Hybrid, Plymouth, MN**Your Responsibilities:*** Design, develop, and validate embedded hardware and electrical control systems for commercial (Preferably HVAC) equipment, including controllers, I/O modules, and peripheral devices* Develop analog and digital circuit designs for microcontroller-based control platforms, ensuring reliability, performance, manufacturability, and cost objectives are met* Create and maintain electrical schematics, PCB designs, BOMs, and engineering documentation* Collaborate with firmware, mechanical, software, manufacturing, test, and product management teams throughout the product development lifecycle* Design, execute, and support hardware verification and validation testing, including functional, environmental, and reliability testing of a control systems* Analyze test results, troubleshoot hardware issues, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions* Evaluate and integrate sensors and instrumentation commonly used in HVAC systems, including temperature (RTDs and thermistors), pressure, humidity, airflow, current, and voltage sensing devices* Support communication interface development and troubleshooting for HVAC protocols and field buses such as BACnet, Modbus, CAN, RS-485, Ethernet, and USB* Evaluate electronic components and suppliers, support component qualification, and manage component obsolescence and lifecycle changes* Identify and implement design improvements to enhance product quality, reliability, manufacturability, and cost competitiveness* Support EMC/EMI, electrical safety, UL/CSA compliance, and regulatory testing activities* Provide technical support to manufacturing, quality, field service, and product management during product launches and sustaining engineering activities* Perform competitive product evaluations and recommend technology improvements for next-generation HVAC controls**Your Qualifications:*** Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Embedded Systems, or a related engineering discipline* 4+ years of experience designing embedded hardware or electrical systems* Strong knowledge of analog and digital circuit design, power supplies, signal conditioning, microcontrollers, and mixed-signal electronics* Experience with electrical schematics, PCB design, and hardware development tools* Understanding of control systems, sensors, actuators, relays, contactors, variable frequency drives (VFDs), and control panel design* Proficiency using laboratory equipment such as oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, digital multimeters, programmable power supplies, and electronic loads* Familiarity with temperature, pressure, humidity, airflow, and current sensing technologies used in HVAC applications* Knowledge of EMC/EMI design practices, UL/CSA safety standards, and Design for Manufacturability (DFM) principles.* Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills with the ability to perform hardware root cause analysis.* Excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively with cross-functional engineering, manufacturing, quality, and product management teams.* Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced product development environment**Your Preferred Qualifications:*** Master’s degree (Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Embedded Systems, or a related engineering discipline)* Experience designing embedded hardware or electrical systems for HVAC controls, industrial controls, or building automation products* Understanding of HVAC equipment, components and operations* Experience with communication protocols such as BACnet, Modbus, CAN, RS-485, and Ethernet**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 serviceWork visa sponsorship is not available for this position.The typical annual base salary for this position ranges from $74,200 - $124,300 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.