Manufacturing Engineer

Daikin Applied Americas; Staunton (VA); On-site; USD 87,000 - 152,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental and vision insurance

401K retirement plan

Paid time off & holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Daikin Applied Americas in Staunton, VA seeks a mid-senior Manufacturing Engineer to influence production improvements in an in-office setting. You will mentor engineers, lead cross-functional continuous improvement events, and define manufacturing processes while applying lean principles.

Requirements include a bachelor’s in Industrial/Manufacturing/Mechanical Engineering and 4–6+ years of related experience. SolidWorks, AutoCAD 2D, and MS Project knowledge are preferred.

Qualifications

• Lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement
• Mentor less experienced engineers in project work
• Lead cross-functional, kaizen-style improvements
• Develop and apply work measurement techniques to set labor standards

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline production and lead continuous improvement events
• Mentor less experienced engineers and assist with larger projects
• Lead organizational initiatives and train teams on projects
• Apply work measurement techniques to establish labor standards and costs
• Analyze data to optimize workforce utilization, facility layout and workflow per lean principles
• Suggest strategies to improve worker safety, quality and efficiency while overseeing equipment procurement and relocation
• Work with design teams to improve manufacturability and support NPI efforts

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Mentoring engineers

Cross-functional collaboration

Work measurement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial/Manufacturing/Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD 2D

MS Project

Job description

Join the world’s largest HVAC company, named by Forbes as one of America’s Best-In-State Employers 2025!

Daikin Applied is seeking amid-senior level Manufacturing Engineer. You will have the ability to make an impact and shape your career with a company that is passionate about growth along with support of an organization that believes it is vital to include and engage diverse people, perspectives, and ideas to achieve our best. Come be a part of an exciting journey at Daikin Applied, where innovation and excellence drive our every endeavor!

Location: Staunton, VA - In-Office

Your Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including quality assurance, supply chain, and maintenance, to streamline production, provide technical support, and lead continuous improvement/cost reduction events, including cross-functional kaizen events
• Function as a mentor for less experienced engineers in the performance of their engineering duties and utilize them to assist with larger projects as assigned
• Frequently serve in a leadership role on organizational initiatives and occasionally act as a trainer for specific projects
• Apply work measurement techniques to analyze work samples, establish labor standards, estimate production times, staffing needs, and associated costs, and provide process improvement recommendations to management
• Collect and analyze operational data to optimize workforce utilization, facility layout, and workflow for efficient equipment and workspace design, adhering to lean manufacturing principles and incorporating strategic enhancements to assembly and fabrication processes within the factory
• Propose strategies to enhance worker efficiency, safety, and product quality by implementing cost‑saving initiatives, job duty restructuring, workflow optimization aligned with PDS principles, and overseeing workstation relocation and equipment procurement
• Collaborate with the ME team to create work instructions, training checklists, and training matrices, ensuring the integration of safety and ergonomics best practices into the manufacturing process
• Collaborate on cross‑functional product design teams to enhance manufacturability for new products, define production process procedures, and furnish cost information to marketing and engineering. Additionally, provide manufacturing support to NPI teams, including process flow adjustments and tool/fixture design
• Define equipment/tool design for new and existing production processes, solicit quotes/bids for equipment procurement, and manage projects from inception to training

Your Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial, Manufacturing, or Mechanical Engineering or equivalent years of schooling and experience
• 4 - 6+ years of related experience
• SolidWorks, AutoCAD 2D, MS Project experience preferred

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 service

Work visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

The typical annual base salary for this position ranges from $87,100 to $151,800 + 10% bonus eligibility in VA. 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.

If you’re looking for an engaging career with growth opportunities in a supportive environment, you’ll love a career at Daikin Applied!