Make your mark at the world's largest HVAC company
Daikin Applied is seeking a Lead Development Engineer. The Lead Development Engineer will lead the development of primary systems and sub-systems of commercial HVAC equipment. The candidate will collaborate with cross-functional team members, driving toward releasing innovative HVAC products. The candidate must have good communication skills and work well in a group setting. This candidate will provide technical guidance to more junior team members. Come be a part of an exciting journey at Daikin Applied, where innovation and excellence drive our every endeavor!
Location: Staunton, VA – Hybrid
What you will do:
* Develop electro-mechanical products of significant complexity, supporting program quality, cost, and schedule
* Develop test plans and perform testing of components, sub-systems, and total systems, supporting performance, reliability, and industry certification
* Work cross-functionally with groups such as design, test, manufacturing, sales, and supply chain to ensure product design meets business needs
* Drive the execution of the new product development phase-gate process, demonstrating appropriate design maturity and growth across various milestones
* Have technical ownership of sub-system or system designs
* Act as technical lead for programs
* Mentor junior engineers
* Drive innovation around tools and product design
What's in it for you:
* Medical/Dental/Vision coverage, PTO, 401K match, support for community involvement and much more
* The ability to make an impact and shape your career with a company that is passionate about growth
* The support of an organization that believes it is vital to include and engage diverse people, perspectives, and ideas to achieve our best
Minimum Qualifications:
* Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
* 6 years of relevant experience
* Strong understanding of mechanical concepts such as thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, structures, materials
* Hands-on experience testing electro-mechanical equipment
* Ability to problem solve within engineering and technical concepts
* Able to effectively communicate technical information to an audience in a presentation setting
* Knowledge of cross-functional groups such as Controls, Electrical Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Design, Quality, etc.
* Understanding of New Product Development processes
* Ability to translate product requirements into engineering concepts
* Knowledge of engineering tools and analysis methods such as DOE, DFMEA, DVP&R
* Project Management capabilities; ability to estimate work tasks and support project planning activities
* Work visa sponsorship is not available for this position
Preferred Qualifications:
* Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
* 8 years of relevant experience
* Capabilities in modeling/simulation tools such as MATLAB, ANSYS, VapCyc, etc.
* Knowledge of vapor compression cycle
* Knowledge of systems engineering and architecture
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 contributions matching 100% of the first 3% of employee contributions and 50% on the next 2% of employee contributions
* Company provided life insurance + optional employee paid voluntary life insurance, dependent life coverage and voluntary accident coverage
* Short term and long term disability
* 3 weeks of paid time off for new employees + 11 company paid holidays
* Vacation accrues on a monthly basis, unless applicable federal, state and local law requires a faster accrual
* Paid sick time in accordance of the federal, state and local law
* Paid parental leave and tuition reimbursement after 6 months of continuous service
The typical annual base salary for this position ranges from $87,800-$140,000 + bonus in Virginia. 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.
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