Lead Engineer, Product

Danfoss GmbH; Mountain Home (AR); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

13th salary

Annual bonus

Paid vacation

Pension plans

Job summary

Danfoss Power Solutions is seeking a Lead Engineer, Product to drive advanced product engineering for Aeroquip Fluid Conveyance products. You will lead RPS, technical support, cost-out activities, and product reliability initiatives across multi-location teams.

The role requires leadership across cross-functional teams, strong technical problem-solving, and the ability to manage large-scale projects with limited supervision. On-site work is required at multiple U.S.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Materials or other Engineering from an accredited institution.
• Legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
• Must be within 50 miles of the Van Wert, OH; Maumee, OH; or Mountain Home, AR facility. Relocation assistance is not available for this position.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in product engineering or manufacturing engineering.
• Preferred: Minimum 10 years’ experience in product engineering or manufacturing engineering.
• Preferred: Minimum 10 years’ experience in hydraulics products/systems.

Responsibilities

• Display a proficient application of core Engineering tools/principles, industry best practices and recognition for technical expertise.
• Demonstrate consistent use of advanced technical principles while mentoring other engineers.
• Demonstrate proficiency in advanced problem-solving techniques.
• Clearly direct and aid in the development of cross functional team members.
• Determine the critical aspects to monitor and maintain throughout key projects.
• Demonstrate effective communication with peers and management.
• Layout multiple large-scale projects and drive them to closure with poise and self-reliance.
• Act as technical/project leader between all functions of the organization.
• Travel up to 10% domestically and internationally to support project activities.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Materials Engineering

Job description

Job Location: Maumee, OH, US, Mountain Home, AR, US, Van Wert, OH, US

Employment Type: Full Time

Segment: Danfoss Power Solutions Segment

Job Category: R&D, Technology and Engineering

Work Location Type: On-site

Job Title: Lead Engineer, Product

The Impact You'll Make

The Lead Product Engineer utilizes advanced tools in problem solving and project management to solve technical issues. This role is responsible for providing product engineering support for existing Aeroquip Fluid Conveyance Products. This includes leading RPS, Technical Support, Cost Out, Product Dispositions, Product Reliability, Product Liability and Competitive Product Analysis. The Lead Engineer has demonstrated use of their unique skills, has a track record of multiple large-scale project successes, has worked internationally (significant projects or physical location), and is recognized within the organization as an expert in multiple products and processes.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Display a proficient application of core Engineering tools/principles, industry best practices and recognition for technical expertise
• Demonstrate consistent use of advanced technical principles while mentoring other engineers
• Demonstrate proficiency in advanced problem-solving techniques
• Clearly direct and aid in the development of cross functional team members
• Determine the critical aspects to monitor and maintain throughout key projects
• Demonstrate effective communication with peers and management
• Ability to layout multiple large-scale projects and drive them to closure with poise and self-reliance
• Expert in designing products, developing test plans, analyzing test data against performance criteria, writing conclusive reports, and acting as technical and/or project leader between all functions of the organization
• Up to 10% domestic and international travel may be required to support project activities

What We're Looking For

Required (basic) qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Materials or other Engineering from an accredited institution
• Legally authorized to work in the U.S. without company sponsorship
• Must be within 50 miles of the Van Wert, OH; Maumee, OH; or Mountain Home, AR facility. Relocation assistance is not available for this position.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in product engineering or manufacturing engineering

Preferred qualifications

• Minimum 10 years’ experience in product engineering or manufacturing engineering
• Minimum 10 years’ experience in hydraulics products/systems

Job Criteria

• Ability to confidently and clearly communicate to all levels of the organization
• Ability to clearly direct general activities when leading a cross functional team

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.

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.