Engineering Designer III

daikinapplied; Staunton (VA); On-site; USD 44,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401K with company match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Holidays

Sick time

Job summary

Daikin Applied is seeking a Senior Designer to develop and document parts and assemblies for HVAC products, from conception to manufacturing. You will generate production drawings, manage BOMs, and ensure manufacturability, quality, and cost considerations are integrated.

The role is on-site in Staunton, VA, with travel up to 10–15% internationally. You will lead or participate in cross-functional teams, mentor other designers, and contribute to projects across small to large scopes.

Qualifications

• Design experience with sheet metal and HVAC products.
• Proficient in producing manufacturing drawings per standards.
• Strong written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Create engineering documentation ( SolidWorks, modeling, fabrication drawings, BOMs).
• Translate engineering intent into manufacturable docs.
• Support weekly production schedules with documentation for original/custom designs.

Skills

Sheet metal design

HVAC products

Strong communication

Travel

Education

Vocational/Technical Design/Drafting degree

Associates CAD degree

Tools

SolidWorks

DraftSight

Excel

Job description

Join the world's largest HVAC company!

Senior Designers will use computer-based tools to design parts and assemblies, create production drawings, and manage BOMs for small, medium, or large projects. The Senior Designer will also originate, develop, or modify product designs from conception to finished manufacturing documentation assuring quality, manufacturability, functionality, serviceability, and cost has been considered.

Location : Staunton, VA - On-site

Your Responsibilities

• Create engineering documentation, including Solidworks, modeling, fabrication, and purchase drawings that conform to Daikin standards
• Translate engineering/marketing intent into manufacturing documentation
• Work with Marketing/Sales to provide documentation for original designs or custom modifications of current products to meet weekly production schedules
• Exhibit a sense of design and mechanical aptitude with abstract thinking and reasoning skills
• Complete work assignments within determined time frame and use judgment in determining assignment goals
• Be part of and function in a team environment including cross functional and inter-departmental teams
• Demonstrate an understanding of legacy bill of material systems and product structuring logic
• Demonstrate creative ability, accuracy, and cost effectiveness
• Exhibit a sense of design and mechanical aptitude with abstract thinking and reasoning skills
• Participate in or lead special team projects
• Give work direction to Designers and train other Designers to perform work

Your Qualifications

• Vocational or Technical Degree in Design/Drafting or Equivalent Experience or Associates Degree in CAD
• 4-6 years of related design experience
• Experience in sheet metal design and/or HVAC products
• Understanding of AMSE Y14.5 Desing and drafting standards Advance Understanding
• Strong Communication skills - Written and verbal
• Experience with Excel - moderate to high level (preferred)
• Solidworks Mechanical Basic Understanding
• Draft Sight Basic Understanding
• Flexible to travel 10 to 15% Internationally
• Solidworks electrical (Optional Skill)

Your Benefits

• 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 service

Work visa sponsorship is not available for this position

The typical hourly pay for this position ranges from $31.73 - $52.29 USD per hour in VA. The range displayed represents the pay range for all positions in the job grade in which this position falls. Individual base pay will depend on a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment requirements, including verification of employment history, education, background screening, and drug testing where permitted by law. Safety-sensitive positions may require cannabis (marijuana) testing. All testing and employment decisions will comply with applicable federal, state, and local laws.