Design Engineer

Join the world's largest HVAC company, named by Forbes as one of America's Best-In-State Employers 2025!

Daikin Applied is seeking a Design Engineer. The Design Engineer will assist in 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. Come be a part of an exciting journey at Daikin Applied, where innovation and excellence drive our every endeavor!

Location: Plymouth, MN – Hybrid

Your Responsibilities:

• Develop electro-mechanical designs of appropriate complexity, supporting program quality, cost, and schedule

• Develop test plans based on product requirements and DFMEA analysis. Support performance, reliability, and industry certification needs through the testing of systems, sub-systems, and components.

• Analyze information and provide technical guidance within the specified function for others in the organization, including Product Management, Marketing, Applications, Manufacturing, Service, Training Center, and Purchasing

• Work cross-functionally with groups such as Design, Test Lab, Integrated Supply Chain, Product Management, Marketing, Manufacturing, Service, Training Center, etc. supporting product design to meet business needs

• Support the execution of projects within the new product development phase-gate process, demonstrating appropriate design maturity and growth across various milestones

• Keep current on product and component technology improvements and industry trends to effectively perform functions of the position

• Investigate engineering/manufacturing issues related to the assembly of new product designs and take corrective action to prevent the recurrence of problems

Your Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent

• 2+ years of relevant experience

• Understanding of mechanical concepts such as thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, structures, and materials

• Hands-on experience testing electro-mechanical equipment

• Ability to problem-solve within engineering and technical concepts

• Ability to effectively communicate technical information tailored to the appropriate level for the audience

• Basic understanding of product development within a phase gate process

• Knowledge of engineering tools and analysis methods such as P&ID, DOE, DFMEA, DVP&R

• Ability to break down work into manageable sized pieces and use them to estimate and plan the necessary tasks

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent

• Knowledge of vapor compression cycle.

• Capabilities with PLM (Product Lifecycle Management) tools.

• Capabilities in modeling/simulation tools such as MATLAB, ANSYS, VapCyc, etc.

• Knowledge of systems engineering and architecture.

• 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 $62,000-$120,700 in Minnesota. 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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