Engineering Manager - Compressors

Make your mark at the world's largest HVAC company

Daikin Applied is seeking an Engineering Manager - Compressors. This is working manager role. In this role you will perform engineering work as a technical expert and direct the activities of a team within the Compressors Engineering Department to design, manufacture, and test components, products, and systems by performing the following duties personally and/or through subordinates. 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:

• Direct team activities to design new products, modify existing designs, improve production techniques, and develop test procedures
• Resolve problems using solutions that involve new techniques, technologies, or concepts
• Analyze technology trends and market demand to plan projects
• Manage the timely revision of drawings and bills of material, as required
• Confer with management, production, and marketing staff to determine engineering feasibility, cost effectiveness, and customer demand for new and existing products
• Forecast operating costs of department and directs preparation of budget requests
• Advise management of and assist in overseeing new developments which may affect profit, schedule, costs, customer relations, and/or inter-departmental relations
• Provide clarity and example for interpretation and application of company policies and procedures to the engineering activities
• Maintain a working knowledge of new technologies which may improve operations, and develop recommendations accordingly
• Maintain a working knowledge of safety policies and regulations to ensure duties of self and others are performed in a safe manner
• Lead and direct the work of the employees on the team. Has authority for personnel decisions; and have impact on departmental budgeting, strategic planning, and procedural change

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 or 4-year Degree in Engineering, preferably Mechanical Engineering
• 6+ years of related experience
• Technical knowledge of refrigerant compressor design and operation
• Work visa sponsorship is not available for this position

Preferred Qualifications:

• Technical knowledge of Centrifugal Chiller design and operation
• Working knowledge of SolidWorks and PLM systems

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