HVAC Product Design Engineer
Daikin Comfort, Waller, TX, United States
The Staff Design Engineer creates, analyzes and documents new product designs from the requirements provided. In addition, the Staff Design Engineer supports the development and sustainment of bill of materials, drawings, specifications and prototypes using engineering analysis and judgment. The Staff Design Engineer ensures the product meets all internal and external safety and regulatory standards.
Position Responsibilities May Include
Create, revise, and sustain HVAC product designs, utilizing knowledge of mechanical engineering principles.
Develop project scope based on product & project requirements.
Oversee the development and execution of test plans and system testing, including psychometric, transit, airflow, component, and safety tests.
Develop and manage project schedules related to new and existing product designs.
Analyze product designs using engineering tools including tolerance, thermodynamic, finite element, and computational fluid dynamic analyses.
Lead the development of system & component DFMEA.
Document product designs by preparing bills of materials, cost analyses, drawings, and engineering change requests.
Assist in redesigning internal components to improve overall long‑term system quality, efficiency, and reduce cost.
Develop engineering solutions to product‑related issues through problem solving and root‑cause analysis techniques.
Participate on cross‑functional teams to launch products, resolve issues, and support product improvements.
Coordinate project work internally with the department and externally with other departments to ensure on‑time completion of projects within budget.
Communicate potential technical, schedule, cost, and safety risks in a timely fashion.
Work with suppliers to improve quality and resolve product issues.
Assist manufacturing with product launches and issue resolution.
Drive continuous improvement projects related to product design and quality.
Mentor entry‑level engineers.
Perform additional projects/duties to support ongoing business needs.
Nature & Scope
Applies advanced knowledge of the job area typically obtained through advanced education and work experience.
Manages projects and processes while working independently and with limited supervision.
Coaches and reviews the work of lower‑level professionals.
Faces difficult and sometimes complex problems; takes a new perspective on existing solutions.
Knowledge & Skills
Comprehensive understanding and knowledge of mechanical design theory and practice.
Experience with DFSS, DFMEA, design of experiments methodology, tolerance analysis, value engineering principles, and parts standardization principles (preferred).
Experience with engineering change processes and CAD systems.
Strong knowledge of thermodynamics and heat transfer principles.
Strong knowledge of the product development process.
Knowledge of specifications and standards used in the HVAC industry (preferred).
Software skills including Microsoft Office: Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project.
Effective analytical and problem‑solving skills.
Effective communication skills—both verbal and written.
Effective project management skills.
Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills.
Ability to apply good judgment, maintain a strong work ethic, and uphold integrity on the job.
Ability to establish positive working relationships with internal and external customers and employees.
Ability to apply good judgment, strong work ethics, and integrity on the job.
Experience
Six years or more preferably in a high‑volume HVAC manufacturing environment.
At least three years of experience with product design in the automotive, appliance, or HVAC industry (preferred).
Education/Certification
Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering required.
People Management: No
Physical Requirements / Work Environment
Must be able to perform essential responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodations.
The Company provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants regardless of a person’s race, color, religion (including religious dress or grooming practices), creed, national origin (including language use restrictions), citizenship, uniform service member or veteran status, ancestry, disability, physical or mental disability (including HIV/AIDS), medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, request for protected leave, marital status, sex, pregnancy, age (over 40), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by law. The Company will comply with all federal and state regulations and statutes pertaining to individuals with disabilities.
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Position Responsibilities May Include
Create, revise, and sustain HVAC product designs, utilizing knowledge of mechanical engineering principles.
Develop project scope based on product & project requirements.
Oversee the development and execution of test plans and system testing, including psychometric, transit, airflow, component, and safety tests.
Develop and manage project schedules related to new and existing product designs.
Analyze product designs using engineering tools including tolerance, thermodynamic, finite element, and computational fluid dynamic analyses.
Lead the development of system & component DFMEA.
Document product designs by preparing bills of materials, cost analyses, drawings, and engineering change requests.
Assist in redesigning internal components to improve overall long‑term system quality, efficiency, and reduce cost.
Develop engineering solutions to product‑related issues through problem solving and root‑cause analysis techniques.
Participate on cross‑functional teams to launch products, resolve issues, and support product improvements.
Coordinate project work internally with the department and externally with other departments to ensure on‑time completion of projects within budget.
Communicate potential technical, schedule, cost, and safety risks in a timely fashion.
Work with suppliers to improve quality and resolve product issues.
Assist manufacturing with product launches and issue resolution.
Drive continuous improvement projects related to product design and quality.
Mentor entry‑level engineers.
Perform additional projects/duties to support ongoing business needs.
Nature & Scope
Applies advanced knowledge of the job area typically obtained through advanced education and work experience.
Manages projects and processes while working independently and with limited supervision.
Coaches and reviews the work of lower‑level professionals.
Faces difficult and sometimes complex problems; takes a new perspective on existing solutions.
Knowledge & Skills
Comprehensive understanding and knowledge of mechanical design theory and practice.
Experience with DFSS, DFMEA, design of experiments methodology, tolerance analysis, value engineering principles, and parts standardization principles (preferred).
Experience with engineering change processes and CAD systems.
Strong knowledge of thermodynamics and heat transfer principles.
Strong knowledge of the product development process.
Knowledge of specifications and standards used in the HVAC industry (preferred).
Software skills including Microsoft Office: Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project.
Effective analytical and problem‑solving skills.
Effective communication skills—both verbal and written.
Effective project management skills.
Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills.
Ability to apply good judgment, maintain a strong work ethic, and uphold integrity on the job.
Ability to establish positive working relationships with internal and external customers and employees.
Ability to apply good judgment, strong work ethics, and integrity on the job.
Experience
Six years or more preferably in a high‑volume HVAC manufacturing environment.
At least three years of experience with product design in the automotive, appliance, or HVAC industry (preferred).
Education/Certification
Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering required.
People Management: No
Physical Requirements / Work Environment
Must be able to perform essential responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodations.
The Company provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants regardless of a person’s race, color, religion (including religious dress or grooming practices), creed, national origin (including language use restrictions), citizenship, uniform service member or veteran status, ancestry, disability, physical or mental disability (including HIV/AIDS), medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, request for protected leave, marital status, sex, pregnancy, age (over 40), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by law. The Company will comply with all federal and state regulations and statutes pertaining to individuals with disabilities.
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