Product Development Engineer II

Job Description

Product Development Engineer II - Plymouth, MN - Hybrid

Make your mark at the world’s largest HVAC company

Daikin Applied is seeking a Product Development Engineer II who will assist with the development of one or more primary systems or sub-systems on commercial HVAC equipment. The work environment is fast-paced and the candidate must be driven with a high attention to detail. The success of the organization relies on the success of the team so the individual must be a team-player with excellent communication skills and eager to collaborate and learn. Daikin Applied is leading the HVAC industry with a focus on next-generation low global warming potential refrigerants and energy efficient solutions. Join the team and help provide innovative and efficient Indoor Air Quality for our customers.

Location: Hybrid, Plymouth, MN

What you will do:

• Technical Development of HVAC equipment using engineering fundamentals such as heat transfer, fluid dynamics and mechanical analysis. Leading and contributing on the design of the following subsystems:
• vapor compression refrigeration systems
• fans, motors, mechanical drives, and variable speed technologies
• Indoor Air Quality Solutions: filtration media, ventilation, UV lighting
• energy recovery systems: heat wheels, air-to-air heat exchangers
• heating systems: gas furnaces, electric resistance heaters, hot water coils
• cabinetry/structural systems: leakage and pressure testing, accelerated life testing, seismic and wind loading
• unit controls design and validation: sequence of operation, control algorithms, & associated control devices.
• Laboratory testing and validation of HVAC systems. Collaborate on cross-functional teams to test our equipment in our state-of-the-art Technology Center. Gain hands-on exposure to the operation and function of commercial HVAC equipment.
• Provide technical leadership to bring design concepts to production solutions.
• Partner with CAD designers to execute product designs
• Collaborate with advanced simulation teams to perform FEA and CFD analysis of design concepts
• Coordinate with manufacturing and supply chain teams to transform engineering designs into production equipment.

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:

• Minimum 4-year degree in engineering or related technical field and minimum 2 years of experience
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and a “team-player” mentality
• Desire to learn and develop world-class HVAC knowledge and experience
• Work visa sponsorship is not available for this position

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