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Daikin Applied is seeking an Electrical Engineer. The Electrical Engineer will design and develop electrical power and control systems for HVAC chillers, including VFD-driven permanent magnet (PM) motors, dedicated medium-voltage power supplies, electrical control panels, and associated schematics. Come be a part of an exciting journey at Daikin Applied, where innovation and excellence drive our every endeavor!
Location: Plymouth, MN – On-site
Your Responsibilities:
- Develop specifications and technical requirements for electrical and electronic components used in chiller systems
- Develop specifications and technical requirements for electrical and electronic components used in chiller systems
- Analyze test and validation data to evaluate system performance, reliability, and compliance with design requirements
- Provide input for management reviews of product development projects
- Lead cross-functional meetings to review project progress
- Lead corrective action teams to solve quality problems
- Develop, integrate, and support electrical subsystems and components used in commercial HVAC chiller products
- Design and direct engineering personnel in fabrication of test control apparatus and equipment, and determine methods, procedures, and conditions for testing products
- Support troubleshooting, commissioning, validation, and continuous improvement efforts for electrical systems in laboratory, manufacturing, and field environments
Your Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering
- Cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher, with consideration given to the rigor of the degree program and institution
- Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to effectively engage and coordinate with cross-functional teams, external partners, and global stakeholders in a multicultural environment.
- Ability to support occasional international meetings outside normal business hours
- Ability to travel domestically and internationally as needed
Preferred Qualifications:
- Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering
- 3+ years of experience in electrical system design, power electronics, controls, HVAC systems, or related engineering disciplines
- Fluent in Japanese
- Experience with the following:
- Design and development of electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and control system architectures
- Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs), inverters, or motor drive systems
- Harmonic mitigation technologies and power quality solutions
- UL standards and regulatory compliance
- EMC evaluation and testing
- Electrical enclosure and control panel design
- DFMEA (Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis)
- Fault Tree Analysis (FTA)
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 and company-paid holidays
- Paid sick time in accordance with the federal, state and 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 $62,000-$100,500 for an Electrical Engineer I in Minnesota. The typical annual base salary for this position ranges from $74,200-$124,300 for an Electrical Engineer II in Minnesota. The range displayed represents the pay range for all positions in the job grade which this position falls. Individual base pay will depend on a wide range of factors including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.
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Employment is contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment requirements, including verification of employment history, education, background screening, and drug testing where permitted by law. Safety-sensitive positions may require cannabis (marijuana) testing. All testing and employment decisions will comply with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
If you're looking for an engaging career with growth opportunities in a supportive environment, you'll love a career at Daikin Applied!
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering
- Strong communication and collaboration skills
- Ability to coordinate with cross-functional teams, external partners, and global stakeholders
- Ability to support occasional international meetings outside normal business hours
- Ability to travel domestically and internationally as needed
- Master's degree in Electrical Engineering
- 3+ years of experience in electrical system design, power electronics, controls, HVAC systems, or related engineering disciplines
- Fluency in Japanese
- Experience designing electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and control system architectures
- Experience with VFDs, inverters, or motor drive systems
- Experience with harmonic mitigation technologies and power quality solutions
- Knowledge of UL standards and regulatory compliance
- Experience with EMC evaluation and testing
- Experience with electrical enclosure and control panel design
- Experience with DFMEA
- Experience with Fault Tree Analysis
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Daikin Applied delivers superior air quality and energy efficiency to every solution with innovation in advanced technology, IoT, and next generation compressors. Daikin branded products, solutions, and services are sold through a global network of dedicated sales, service, and parts offices. Daikin Applied’s parent company, Daikin Industries, Ltd. reports revenues in excess of $20 billion and has more than 67,000 employees worldwide, making it the largest HVAC manufacturer in the world. Daikin Industries, Ltd. has more than 90 production sites worldwide and works with customers in more than 150 countries.
