Principal Engineering Designer

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 or   modify   product 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 and   managing   the entire product line for large complex systems.

Location :   Staunton, VA  -  Hybrid, or Plymouth, MN - Hybrid

Your Responsibilities :

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Create engineering documentation , including   Solidworks , modeling, fabrication,  and purchase   drawings that conform to Daikin standards

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Translate engineering/marketing intent into manufacturing documentation

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Exhibit a sense of design and mechanical aptitude with abstract thinking and reasoning skills

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Complete work assignments within   determined   time frame   and use judgment in   determining   assignment goals

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Be part of and function in a team   e nvironment including cross functional and inter-departmenta l   teams

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Demonstrate an understanding of legacy bill of material systems and product structuring logic

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Demonstrate creative ability, accuracy, and cost effectiveness

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Work with Marketing/Sales to provide documentation for original designs or custom modifications   of current products to meet weekly production schedules

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Develop BOM selection logic that can drive auto generated Item and BOM creation

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Participate in or lead special team projects

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Give work direction to Designers and train other Designers to perform work

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Collaborate with Engineering and MFG on developing the product,   Helping   to transfer product knowledge to operations

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Provide   over sight   with the product engineer on solution development, ensuring   a nd   functionality   are   met

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Providing problem solving skills and communicating corrective actions

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Understand the systems and method used to transfer engineering documentation to operation in a smooth and consistent way

Your   Qualifications :

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Vocational or Technical Degree   in Design/Drafting   or Equivalent   Experience

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Associates Degree   + 15 years of related design experience or BS in Engineering + 12 years design experience

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Understanding of AMSE Y14.5 Desing and drafting standards Advance Understanding

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Strong Communication skills - Written and verbal

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Experience with Excel - moderate to   high level   (preferred)

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Solidworks   Mechanical Basic Understanding

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Draft Sight Basic Understanding

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Flexible to travel 10 to 15%

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Solidworks   electrical (Optional Skill)

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"Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment

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Manages competing demands

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Changes approach or method to best fit the situation

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Able to deal with frequent   change , delays, or unexpected events. Advance Capability"

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"Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction;

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Takes responsibility for own actions;

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Keeps commitments;

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Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals;

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Completes   tasks on time or   notifies   appropriate   person with an alternate plan."

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Demonstrated   people leadership skills with the ability to empower others to grow and deliver results Advance Capability

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"Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner

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Gathers and analyzes information skillfully

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Develops alternative solutions

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Works well in group problem solving situations

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Uses   reason even when dealing with emotional topics."

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"Quality Management - Looks for ways to improve and promote quality

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Demonstrates   accuracy and thoroughness. Basic Capability"

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Lean Methodologies applied to everyday activities -- Providing continual improvement practices

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(Yellow Belt or equivalent)

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Solid knowledge of data systems architecture and applications to   facilitate   cross - functional   communication to achieve targeted outcomes.

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"Judgment - Displays willingness to make decisions;

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Exhibits   sound and   accurate   judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions;

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Includes   appropriate people   in decision-making process;

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Makes timely decisions."

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"Initiative - Takes independent actions and calculated risks;

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Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities;

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Asks for and offers help when needed.

Your Benefits:

Daikin Applied offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:

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Multiple medical insurance plan options + dental and vision insurance

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401K retirement plan with employer match

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Paid time off and   company-paid   holidays

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Paid sick time   in accordance with   the federal,   state   and local law

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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 - $120,700   USD   in   VA 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!