Senior Manufacturing Engineer

Join the world's largest HVAC company, named by Forbes as one of America's Best-In-State Employers 2025!

Daikin Applied is seeking a talented and eager Manufacturing Engineer III. Under the direct supervision of the Manufacturing Engineering Manager, this role will be responsible for creating new processes, mentoring junior Manufacturing Engineers and Project Management. Come be a part of an exciting journey at Daikin Applied, where innovation and excellence drive our every endeavor!

Location: In office, Staunton, VA.

What you will do:  

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including quality assurance, supply chain, and maintenance, to streamline production, provide technical support, and lead continuous improvement/cost reduction events, including cross-functional kaizen events
• Function as a mentor for less experienced engineers in the performance of their engineering duties and utilize them to assist with larger projects as assigned
• Frequently serve in a leadership role on organizational initiatives and occasionally act as a trainer for specific projects
• Apply work measurement techniques to analyze work samples, establish labor standards, estimate production times, staffing needs, and associated costs, and provide process improvement recommendations to management
• Collect and analyze operational data to optimize workforce utilization, facility layout, and workflow for efficient equipment and workspace design, adhering to lean manufacturing principles and incorporating strategic enhancements to assembly and fabrication processes within the factory
• Propose strategies to enhance worker efficiency, safety, and product quality by implementing cost-saving initiatives, job duty restructuring, workflow optimization aligned with PDS principles, and overseeing workstation relocation and equipment procurement
• Collaborate with the ME team to create work instructions, training checklists, and training matrices, ensuring the integration of safety and ergonomics best practices into the manufacturing process
• Collaborate on cross-functional product design teams to enhance manufacturability for new products, define production process procedures, and furnish cost information to marketing and engineering. Additionally, provide manufacturing support to NPI teams, including process flow adjustments and tool/fixture design
• Define equipment/tool design for new and existing production processes, solicit quotes/bids for equipment procurement, and manage projects from inception to training

What’s in it for you:   

• 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 Industrial, Manufacturing, or Mechanical Engineering or equivalent years of schooling and experience
• 6-8 years of related experience
• SolidWorks, AutoCAD 2D, MS Project experience preferred
• Work visa sponsorship is not available for this position

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

• The typical salary for this position ranges from $90,400-$147,400 + 10% bonus eligibility in Virginia. 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.