Engineer, Noise Vibration and Harshness

Danfoss; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

13th salary

Annual bonus

Paid vacation

Pension plans

Personal insurance

Job summary

Danfoss in Minneapolis is seeking a Noise, Vibration, and Harshness (NVH) Engineer to guide technical teams and enhance NVH capabilities across product lines. You will lead investigations, optimize performance, and provide mentorship, ensuring our products meet high standards.

The ideal candidate should hold a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related fields and have over 5 years of experience in NVH. Strong expertise in experimental testing and data-driven insights is essential. We offer a supportive environment that champions work-life balance and employee growth.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in NVH, dynamics, or related technical field.
• Planning and conducting experimental tests with troubleshooting skills.
• Direct experience with noise and vibration engineering.

Responsibilities

• Act as NVH technical expert for engineering teams.
• Lead noise and vibration investigations through analysis.
• Partner with product development to resolve NVH challenges.

Skills

Noise and vibration investigations

Experimental testing

Data analysis

Technical leadership

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Acoustics, or related discipline

Tools

NVH software (Siemens Test Lab or similar)

Accelerometers

Microphones

Data acquisition systems

Job description

The Impact You'll Make

Are you an expert in acoustics and vibration who loves solving complex system-level puzzles? As our new Noise, Vibration, and Harshness (NVH) Engineer, you will be the lead technical authority for Danfoss Power Solutions, guiding our teams and shaping the future of our NVH capabilities. This is a chance to work across diverse product lines, from individual components to entire vehicles, ensuring our solutions meet the highest standards for quality and performance. You will be at the center of our innovation efforts, blending hands‑on experimental testing with advanced engineering analysis. Your work will directly influence the next generation of our products. You will provide the critical insights that help us build quieter, smoother, and more reliable systems, strengthening our reputation for technical excellence and delivering what our customers value most.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Act as our lead NVH technical expert, providing guidance and data‑driven insights to engineering teams across the business.
• Lead complex noise and vibration investigations from planning and testing to analysis, identifying root causes and guiding engineering decisions.
• Partner with product development teams throughout the entire lifecycle to resolve NVH challenges and optimize system‑level performance.
• Develop and refine our NVH capabilities by improving test methods, engineering standards, and laboratory procedures.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship, helping to build NVH competency across our global engineering organization.

What We’re Looking For

• A Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Acoustics, or a related discipline, with 5+ years of experience in a technical field like NVH, dynamics, or testing.
• Proven experience planning and conducting experimental tests and using data‑driven methods to troubleshoot complex mechanical systems.
• Direct experience in NVH engineering, including the use of accelerometers, microphones, data acquisition systems, and signal analysis.
• Familiarity with NVH software (Siemens Test Lab or similar) and testing methods like modal analysis or shaker testing is highly preferred.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present complex technical findings to a diverse audience.

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.

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.