Mcquay International Staunton , VA 24402
Posted 1 week ago
Make your mark at the world's largest HVAC company
Daikin Applied is seeking a Product Development Engineer. The Product Development Engineer will assist in water-cooled, centrifugal-chiller product development, validation, and launch. Alongside the above deliverable, will be a focus in technology integration into existing and future platforms. Come be a part of an exciting journey at Daikin Applied, where innovation and excellence drive our every endeavor!
Location: Staunton, VA - Onsite
What you will do:
Technical system development of HVAC equipment using engineering fundamentals such as heat transfer, fluid dynamics, and mechanical analysis
Design, simulate, and optimize selected HVAC equipment using available computer software
Collaborate with Product Management to translate requirements into product
Explore heat pump systems leveraging available technologies
Lead and support the design, integration, and validation of the following subsystems:
Single & multi-stage, centrifugal compressors
Refrigeration system piping
Tube and shell heat exchanger (evaporator/condenser applications)
Economized, multistage compression systems
Assist in the integration and validation of the following subsystems:
1 & 2 phase cooled VFDs
Chiller controls hardware and software
Give technical input to create concepts and develop system prototypes
Collaborate closely with CAD designers to model architecture of new products
Collaborate with advanced simulation teams to perform FEA and CFD analysis of design
Coordinate with manufacturing and supply chain personnel to ensure manufacturability of products
Provide manufacturing support for concept and prototype unit builds
Oversight of laboratory testing; including creation of test plans, direction during testing, and analysis of data collected during testing
Initiate and obtain agency and regulatory approval status for new products (UL, ETL, CRN, ASME, CE, etc.)
Make technical and product decisions throughout the development process
Produce technical documentation to support the Marketing launch of new products and product options
Provide infant support for newly released products; including:
Review of training program documentation
Supporting Application Engineering and Sales
Assist in various cost improvement goals, proposing innovative ideas and initiating cost reduction and product improvement efforts to increase the overall value of the product
Provide a clean, detailed, and strong transfer of newly released products to sustaining engineering team, to support the products for years to come
Mentor less experienced Engineering staff
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 Engineering (Mechanical preferred)
Minimum of 2 - 4 years of related experience (HVAC, Industrial Process, or similar)
Detailed knowledge of engineering, preferably in the HVAC industry
PC skills including Microsoft Office applications
Strong organizational, interpersonal and communication skills
Work visa sponsorship is not available for this position
Preferred Qualifications:
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