MGR DESIGN ENGINEERING

Daikin Comfort Technologies is seeking a professional, skilled Design Engineering Manager to join our engineering team to develop and sustain residential and/or commercial HVAC related products. The Design Engineering Manager main role is to Understand the customer requirements, specifications and works directly with internal customers, suppliers, and cross functional team members to meet voice of customers, internal design, quality and other program targets. Manages and coordinates all activities related to design, testing and development of residential and/or commercial HVAC related products.

Position Responsibilities may include:

- Plans, organizes and leads from a technical standpoint new product developments to improve overall long term system quality, improve efficiency and reduce costs.

- Manage multiple design projects (mix of existing product and new product development) from inception to production focusing on cost, quality, and safety and on time delivery targets.

- Provides technical expertise and support to engineering teams, internal business units and external customers.

- Develops and manages project schedules, teams and resources from oth technical and managerial stand-point related to modification of existing and new product designs.

- Owns and clearly reports all financial budgeting and exhibit cost consciousness for all expenditures for engineering team.

- In collaboration with Quality organization, accurately reports and acts on any product safety risk identified or notified.

- Keeps leadership informed of project status through communication and providing various reports as requested.

- Leads cross-functional teams to launch products, resolve issues, and support product improvements.

- Oversees and guides team on design quality, cost and regulatory reviews.

- Assumes ownership for maintenance and updates for purchased part engineering drawings, standards, specifications, and work instructions.

- Defines and implements continuous improvement opportunities, lean initiatives, and designs for manufacturing (DFM) tools.

- Assists with product design by providing guidance based on technical knowledge and experience.

- Leverages engineering analytical tools (e.g., tolerance stacks, FE, and CFD analyses) to facilitate product design.

- Responsibles for effective and error-free preparation of bills of materials, cost analyses, drawings, and engineering change requests (ECRs).

- Works with suppliers to improve quality and resolve product issues.

- Supports agency certifications for both safety (UL, ETL) and performance (DOE, AHRI).

- Interfaces with regulatory agencies and test agencies such as ASHRAE, AHRI, UL and ETL.

- Creates development plans for teams and mentor team members to prepare them for greater responsibility within the organization.

- Participates in additional projects to support ongoing business needs.

Nature & Scope:

- Ensures work is aligned with the Directors expectations, goals, and vision

- Accountable for implementation of policies, processes, and procedures for short-term results

- Decisions and problem-solving are guided by policies, procedures, and business plan

- Works on difficult to moderately complex issues and projects

- Provides guidance and training to subordinates

- Level of signing authority established by company policy/guidelines

Knowledge & Skills:

- Self-starter with ability to learn quickly and work independently under minimum direction and without day-to-day supervision to prioritize work to meet organization needs

- Excellent experience working in a team environment within Design and other non-Design functional support groups

- Comprehensive understanding and knowledge of mechanical design engineering theory and practice

- Knowledge of refrigeration and/or air conditioning design and application

- Technical understanding of vapor compression system, fluid mechanics, fans, blowers, compressors, TXVs, evaporator and condenser design/selection

- Experience with design for six sigma (DFSS), design failure modes and effects analysis (DFMEA), design of experiments methodology, tolerance analysis, value engineering principles, and parts standardization principles

- Good understanding of system electrical & controls

- Knowledge of specifications and international standards used in the Global HVAC industry

- Experience working in the regulatory environment and aware of the standards- AHRI, ASHRAE, UL.

- Working knowledge with computer simulations and CAD systems

- Proficient software skills including Microsoft Office Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and MS Project

- Demonstrated capability of leading a team of engineers to complete projects on time, and meeting cost and quality objectives

- Strong and Effective Project Management skills; effective Organizational and Time management skills

- Excellent Analytical and Problem-Solving skills

- Strong Communication and Collaboration skills; Team player and establish positive working relationships with internal and external customers

- Ability to apply good judgement, strong work ethics and integrity on the job

Experience:

- 12+ years of HVAC industry related experience with product design, development, and launch

- 8+ plus years of experience with product design in the automotive, appliance, or HVAC industry (preferred)

- 8+ plus years in leadership role

Education/Certification:

- Bachelors Degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Electrical, or Technology – Engineering required

- Six Sigma Black Belt or Green Belt certification – preferred

- Project Management certification - preferred

People Management: Yes

Physical Requirements / Work Environment:

- Must be able to perform essential responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodations

Reports To:

- Director or VP of Manufacturing Engineering

The Company provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants regardless of a persons 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.