Posted 28 days ago
Principal Engineering Designer
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Principal Engineering Designer at Daikin Applied Americas designs HVAC parts and assemblies using SolidWorks, creates production drawings and BOMs, and leads product line development from concept to manufacturing documentation.
About this role
Join the world's largest HVAC company, named by Forbes as one of America's Best-In-State Employers 2025!
Principal Designers will use computer-based tools to design parts and assemblies, create production drawings, and manage BOMs for small, medium, or large projects. They will also develop ormodifyproduct designs from conception to finished manufacturing documentation, ensuring quality, manufacturability, functionality, serviceability, and cost are considered. The Principal Designer works at a higher level across products or platforms and is heavily involved in standardizing design and business processes and methods, providing leadership to design andmanagingthe entire product line for large complex systems.
Location:Staunton, VA - Hybrid, or Plymouth, MN - Hybrid
Your Responsibilities:
Create engineering documentation, includingSolidworks, modeling, fabrication, and purchasedrawings that conform to Daikin standards
Translate engineering/marketing intent into manufacturing documentation
Exhibit a sense of design and mechanical aptitude with abstract thinking and reasoning skills
Complete work assignments withindeterminedtime frameand use judgment indeterminingassignment goals
Be part of and function in a teamenvironment including cross functional and inter-departmentalteams
Demonstrate an understanding of legacy bill of material systems and product structuring logic
Demonstrate creative ability, accuracy, and cost effectiveness
Work with Marketing/Sales to provide documentation for original designs or custom modificationsof current products to meet weekly production schedules
Develop BOM selection logic that can drive auto generated Item and BOM creation
Participate in or lead special team projects
Give work direction to Designers and train other Designers to perform work
Collaborate with Engineering and MFG on developing the product,Helpingto transfer product knowledge to operations
Provideover sightwith the product engineer on solution development, ensuringandfunctionalityaremet
Providing problem solving skills and communicating corrective actions
Understand the systems and method used to transfer engineering documentation to operation in a smooth and consistent way
YourQualifications:
Vocational or Technical Degreein Design/Draftingor EquivalentExperience
Associates Degree+ 15 years of related design experience or BS in Engineering + 12 years design experience
Understanding of AMSE Y14.5 Desing and drafting standards Advance Understanding
Strong Communication skills - Written and verbal
Experience with Excel - moderate tohigh level(preferred)
SolidworksMechanical Basic Understanding
Draft Sight Basic Understanding
Flexible to travel 10 to 15%
Solidworkselectrical (Optional Skill)
"Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment
Manages competing demands
Changes approach or method to best fit the situation
Able to deal with frequentchange, delays, or unexpected events. Advance Capability"
"Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction;
Takes responsibility for own actions;
Keeps commitments;
Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals;
Completestasks on time ornotifiesappropriateperson with an alternate plan."
Demonstratedpeople leadership skills with the ability to empower others to grow and deliver results Advance Capability
"Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner
Gathers and analyzes information skillfully
Develops alternative solutions
Works well in group problem solving situations
Usesreason even when dealing with emotional topics."
"Quality Management - Looks for ways to improve and promote quality
Demonstratesaccuracy and thoroughness. Basic Capability"
Lean Methodologies applied to everyday activities -- Providing continual improvement practices
(Yellow Belt or equivalent)
Solid knowledge of data systems architecture and applications tofacilitatecross- functionalcommunication to achieve targeted outcomes.
"Judgment - Displays willingness to make decisions;
Exhibitssound andaccuratejudgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions;
Includesappropriate peoplein decision-making process;
Makes timely decisions."
"Initiative - Takes independent actions and calculated risks;
Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities;
Asks for and offers help when needed.
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 andcompany-paidholidays
Paid sick timein accordance withthe federal,stateand 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$73,300 - $120,700USDinVA and MN. The range displayed represents the pay range for all positions in the job grade in which this position falls. Individual base pay will depend on a wide range of factors,including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.
If you're looking for an engaging career with growth opportunities in a supportive environment, you'll love a career at Daikin Applied!
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