Daikin Applied
Sr. Electrical Engineer (Level III or IV)
- Compensation
- Not disclosed
- Location
- Plymouth, MN 55441
- Work setup
- Not specified
- Seniority
- Senior
- Employment
- Full time
- Experience
- 7+ years
- Category
- Industrial engineering
- Posted
Skills
Must have
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering
- Minimum 7 years of professional electrical engineering experience with expertise in power electronics, power distribution, VFDs, motor drives, and control systems (level III)
- 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 environm
Nice to have
- Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering
- Minimum 12 years of professional electrical engineering experience with expertise in power electronics, power distribution, VFDs, motor drives, and control systems (level IV)
- 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 Ha
Full description
Join the world's largest HVAC company!
Daikin Applied is seeking a Sr. Electrical Engineer. The Sr. 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:
- Plan and manage engineering activities, deliverables, and project schedules
- Develop specifications for electrical and electronic systems used in chiller products
- Lead test planning, qualification activities, and performance evaluations
- Analyze test data and drive design improvements to meet product requirements
- Provide technical leadership during product development and management reviews
- Lead cross-functional teams to drive project execution and resolve technical challenges
- Drive root cause analysis and corrective actions for quality and reliability issues
- Lead the design, integration, and validation of electrical subsystems for chiller platforms
- Develop and oversee test equipment, procedures, and acceptance criteria
- Support installation, commissioning, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement efforts in laboratory and field environments
Your Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering
- Minimum 7 years of professional electrical engineering experience with expertise in power electronics, power distribution, VFDs, motor drives, and control systems (level III)
- 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
- Minimum 12 years of professional electrical engineering experience with expertise in power electronics, power distribution, VFDs, motor drives, and control systems (level IV)
- 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