Senior Model-Based Controls Engineer for HVAC Systems

Daikin Applied Americas; Staunton (VA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 152,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Daikin Applied is seeking a Sr. Model Based Controls Engineer to design, modify, develop, and implement software programming applications for HVAC equipment with a focus on Model Based Controls design.

The role involves new product development and diagnostic software integrated with dynamic modeling tools, supporting innovation in HVAC products. This position is in Staunton, VA, hybrid (1 day/week from home).

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or Equivalent.
• 7+ years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Knowledge of object-oriented software development and ability to build and test dynamic models to support control strategy development.
• Strong problem solving and communications skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and model software for chiller equipment and systems for commercial, industrial, domestic and internal purposes.
• Design and direct engineering personnel in fabrication of test control apparatus and equipment, and determine methods, procedures, and conditions for testing products.
• Develop applications of controls, instruments, and systems for new commercial, domestic, and industrial uses.
• Direct activities to ensure that manufacturing, construction, installation, and operational testing conform to functional specifications and customer requirements.
• Direct and coordinate operation, maintenance, and repair of equipment and systems in field and internal installations.
• Use computer assisted engineering and design software and equipment to perform engineering tasks.
• Participate in the testing process through test plan development, test review and analysis, and software certification.
• Interface with internal client groups to understand all planned projects and meet project schedule deadlines.
• Work cross-functionally to integrate simulation tools into the product development lifecycle, guide simulation best practices, and support innovative HVAC product development efforts.

Skills

Model-based controls

Object-oriented programming

Communication

Engineering experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Engineering or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

C++

Linux OS

Modelica/Dymola FMI

Job description

Daikin Applied is seeking a Sr. Model Based Controls Engineer to design, modify, develop, and implement software programming applications for HVAC equipment with a focus on Model Based Controls design.

The role involves new product development and diagnostic software integrated with dynamic modeling tools, supporting innovation in HVAC products. This position is in Staunton, VA, hybrid (1 day/week from home).