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Custom Engineer II – Plymouth, MN - Hybrid
Daikin Applied is seeking a Custom Engineer who will design and develop new products and product improvements by performing the duties below.
Come be a part of an exciting journey at Daikin Applied, where innovation and excellence drive our every endeavor!
Location: Hybrid - Plymouth, MN
Your Responsibilities:
- Provide imaginative and thorough solutions to a wide range of difficult problems
- Provide technical leadership in Daikin’s proprietary cross-functional Factory Pricing Authorization process
- Support project management as technical lead, or for moderate programs as overall project manager
- Evaluate, analyze, and make recommendations on products, designs, and cost improvements to improve the competitive position of the company
- Procure materials needed to construct prototypes and supervises the design engineering of new models
- Plan and develop test programs for prototypes using Design of Experiments as needed for complex problems with many variables
- Analyze test data and reports to determine if designs meet functional, performance, and safety specifications
- Analyze, evaluate, source, and coordinate the procurement of new materials to support model changes
- Analyze, evaluate, and recommend cost improvement ideas through product, vendor, and design changes
- Perform technical analysis of competitive products and provide data-driven support to marketing initiatives
- Provide support to sales and marketing on product presentations and customer support
- Use computer-assisted engineering and design software and equipment to perform engineering and design tasks
- Facilitate cross-functional communication and product design reviews
Your Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree (Technical, Scientific, Engineering)
- 4+ years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- In-depth knowledge of principles and practices of engineering
- PC skills including Microsoft office applications
- Strong organizational, interpersonal and communications skills
Your Preferred Qualifications:
- Knowledge of principles and practices of engineering in the HVAC industry
- Proficiency in agile project-management
- Basic skills with CAD applications
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 $74,200 - $124,300 in Minnesota. The range displayed represents the pay range for all positions in the job grade which these positions fall. Individual base pay will depend on a wide range of factors including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.
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If you're looking for an engaging career with growth opportunities in a supportive environment, you'll love a career at Daikin Applied!