Engineering Director - Compressors

Make your mark at the world's largest HVAC company

Daikin Applied is seeking a talented and eager Engineering Director - Compressors. This role directs and coordinates activities of the Compressor engineering department to design, manufacture, and test components, products, and systems by performing the following duties personally or through subordinate supervisors. Come be a part of an exciting journey at Daikin Applied, where innovation and excellence drive our every endeavor!

Location: On-site in Staunton, VA

What you will do:

• Directs department activities to design new products, modify existing designs, improve production techniques, and develop test procedures. Sets priorities and reconciles directions from competing interests
• Resolves problems using solutions that involve new techniques, technologies, or concepts
• Analyzes technology trends, human resource needs, and market demand to plan projects
• Confers with management, production, and marketing staff to determine engineering feasibility, cost effectiveness, and customer demand for new and existing products
• Forecasts operating costs of department and directs preparation of budget requests
• Advises management of new developments which may affect profit, schedule, costs, customer relations, and/or inter-departmental relations
• Provides direction and examples for interpretation and application of company policies and procedures to the engineering activities. Develops standards and guidelines
• Routinely interacts and communicates with organization leaders, clients, customers, officials, and others. Initiates and maintains extensive contacts with key engineers and officials or other organizations and companies for purposes of discussion and negotiation on critical issues
• Maintains a working knowledge of new technologies which may improve operations and develops recommendations accordingly
• Maintains a working knowledge of safety policies and regulations to ensure duties of self and others are performed in a safe manner

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 Degree in Engineering
• 10+ years of related work experience
• Work visa sponsorship is not available for this position

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