Senior Development Engineer

Senior Development Engineer III - Staunton, VA - Hybrid

Make your mark at the world's largest HVAC company

At Daikin Applied, we are transforming the HVAC industry with a relentless focus on sustainable design, product innovation, and technical excellence. As a Senior Development Engineer III you'll be at the forefront of developing advanced HVAC solutions that support low global warming potential (GWP) refrigerants and high energy efficiency targets. In this role, you'll contribute to new product development, lead technical investigations, and collaborate across teams to bring industry-leading products to market. If you're passionate about solving complex engineering problems and want to work where innovation and excellence are core values, this opportunity is for you.

Come be a part of an exciting journey at Daikin Applied, where innovation and excellence drive our every endeavor!

Location: Hybrid, Staunton, VA

What you will do:

Product Development & Technical Leadership

• Provide imaginative and thorough solutions to a wide range of difficult engineering problems
• Lead the design and development of new HVAC products and sub-systems, including vapor compression refrigeration circuits, heat exchangers, fans, and cabinet structures
• Provide technical direction to cross-functional teams throughout the product lifecycle-from concept to launch
• Serve as the engineering lead on mid-sized NPI projects, supporting both product strategy and execution milestones
• Lead technical efforts in Daikin's cross-functional New Product Introduction (NPI) process
• Support project management as a technical lead-or serve as overall project manager for moderate-scope programs
• Evaluate and recommend new product designs and cost improvements to enhance Daikin's market competitiveness

Prototype Design & Testing

• Procure materials and oversee the engineering of new product models and prototypes
• Plan and conduct structured test programs using Design of Experiments (DOE) for complex systems with multiple variables
• Analyze test data and reports to verify that designs meet functional, performance, and safety specifications

Engineering Analysis & Optimization

• Analyze and recommend design changes to improve cost, performance, or manufacturability
• Evaluate new materials and coordinate with sourcing to support product updates or cost-reduction initiatives
• Perform technical analysis of competitive products to guide design strategy

Cross-Functional & Customer Support

• Provide engineering support for Sales and Marketing, including product presentations and customer engagement
• Use computer-assisted engineering and design tools to develop and validate new concepts and features

What's in it for you:

• 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, Aerospace Engineering, or related technical discipline
• 5-6 years of experience in HVAC, rotating machinery, turbomachinery, or related product development
• Proficiency in CAD and simulation tools for thermal and mechanical system analysis
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and projects
• Proven experience leading the design and development of HVAC products and subsystems, including vapor compression refrigeration circuits, heat exchangers, fans, and cabinet structures
• Ability to guide product development from initial concept through product launch
• Experience serving as the engineering lead on mid-sized NPI projects, contributing to both product strategy and execution

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

The typical annual base salary for this position ranges from $90,400 - $147,400 plus a 10% bonus target in Virginia. 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.

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