Development Engineer III

Daikin Applied; Virginia, Staunton (MN, VA); Hybrid; USD 87,000 - 144,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading HVAC company as a Development Engineer III, where your expertise will shape innovative solutions for the Data Center market. This role involves leading the design and development of cutting-edge Air-Cooled Chillers, collaborating with diverse teams to ensure high-quality product outcomes. You'll leverage your engineering knowledge to drive technical decisions and support manufacturing processes, while enjoying the benefits of a supportive and inclusive environment that values growth and innovation. Embrace this opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic industry.

Benefits

Multiple medical insurance options

401K with employer matching

Life insurance options

Short-term and long-term disability

Paid time off and holidays

Paid parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in HVAC, Industrial Process, or Data Center.
• Strong knowledge of engineering principles, especially in HVAC.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of HVAC systems for Data Center applications.
• Coordinate with teams to ensure manufacturability and testing.

Skills

HVAC knowledge

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Engineering fundamentals

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Master's Degree

PhD

Tools

CAD applications

Microsoft Office

Job description

Development Engineer III - Staunton, VA - Hybrid

Make your mark at the world's largest HVAC company

Daikin Applied is seeking a Development Engineer III who will assist in and lead the development of primary systems and sub-systems of Air-Cooled Chillers, with a focus on the growing Data Center Market. The candidate must have good communication skills and work well in a group setting, as well as be capable of working independently with minimal supervision. Come be a part of an exciting journey at Daikin Applied, where innovation and excellence drive our every endeavor!

Location: Hybrid, Staunton, VA

What you will do:

• Review requests and needs from Hyperscale Data Center Market as it pertains to Chillers


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


• Be a lead contributor to a fast-paced stage gate development process


• Lead and support the design and integration of the following subsystems:




• compression refrigeration systems


• fans, motors, mechanical drives, and variable speed technologies


• structural sheet metal


• refrigeration system piping




• Give technical direction to create concepts and develop them into a Data Center focused marketable product




• Work closely with CAD designers to model the architecture of new products


• Collaborate with advanced simulation teams to perform FEA and CFD analysis of design


• Coordinate with manufacturing and supply chain personnel to ensure manufacturability of product




• Provide Manufacturing support for Concept and Prototype unit builds


• Oversight of laboratory testing; including creation of test plans, direction during testing and analysis of data collected during testing


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


• Make technical and product decisions throughout the development process


• 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


• Support 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

What's in it for you:

• The ability to make an impact and shape your career with a company that is passionate about growth


• The support of an organization that believes it is vital to include and engage diverse people, perspectives, and ideas to achieve our best

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Mechanical preferred) with 10+ years of related experience (HVAC, Industrial Process, Data Center or similar) OR Master's Degree with 5+ years of related experience (HVAC, Industrial Process, Data Center or similar) OR PhD with 0-2 years of related experience (HVAC, Industrial Process, Data Center or similar) OR Master's Degree


• Requires detailed knowledge of engineering, preferably in the HVAC industry


• PC skills including Microsoft Office applications


• Strong organizational, interpersonal and communication skills


• Work visa sponsorship is not available for this position

Preferred Qualifications:

• Basic skills with CAD applications, a plus

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 of 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 $87,800 - $143,100 (+ bonus) 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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