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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!