VRV APPLICATIONS ENGINEER

Position Responsibilities

May include:

• Provide project level application support to Daikin sales staff and our network of Daikin Manufacturer Reps & Distributors in the North American market
• Specify changes to existing tools or new software products needed with our internal tools and applications group.
• Effectively communicate project status to internal stakeholders.
• Monitor competitive activities/products and provide continuous gap analysis in products/services.
• Possess Competitor conversion and comparison skills to maximize Daikin’s opportunities for all projects
• Know and understand regulatory requirements for products and convert knowledge to risk mitigation strategies.
• Provide sales support for product benefits and features internally and externally (Product Training/Architects/Engineers at meetings, events, seminars).
• Participate in additional activities/projects to support ongoing business needs.

Nature & Scope

• Applies practical knowledge of job area typically obtained through advanced education and work experience
• Encouraged to seek continuous improvements
• Performs a range of mainly straightforward assignments
• Works independently with general supervision
• Problems faced are difficult but not typically complex

Knowledge & Skills

• Knowledge of HVAC products, load calculations, building controls, and installation practices
• Specific knowledge of Hydronic/Water Systems is essential
• Specific knowledge of VRV/VRF technology is beneficial
• Excellent presentation and written/verbal communication skills
• Understands and applies commercial specification requirements for professional submittals and applications of products to multiple stakeholders (Building Owners, Architects, Engineers and Project Managers).
• Understands and applies energy management calculations for single-phase equipment for evaluations and specifications.
• Understands and applies building codes and regulations knowledge to create advantages for single-phase equipment usage in multi-tenant applications.
• Provides direction to other Product Managers and cross-functional professionals in the organization.
• Thrives in a fast-paced work environment.
• Possess computer proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Ability to speak in public.
• Ability to develop effective communication pieces such as (presentations, written memos, etc.).
• Applies Voice of Customer techniques to product cycle
• Ability to apply business and financial methods.
• Ability to negotiate externally with vendor partners and internally with other company professionals.
• Advanced knowledge of HVAC technology, components and industry and maintain up.
• Experience with an HVAC manufacturer.
• Advanced knowledge of durable goods manufacturing processes.
• Influences quality systems
• Experience writing technical documents (manuals, spec sheets) a plus
• Knowledge of building science a plus
• Flexibility to adapt work plan to reach goals as conditions change inside and outside company
• Demonstrated self-starter

Experience

• 3-5 years’ of highly progressive experience

Education/Certification

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

People Management

No

Physical Requirements / Work Environment

• Must be able to perform essential responsibilities without supervisor (conduct meetings, travel, etc.)

Reports To:

• Director, VRV Product Marketing

The Company provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants regardless of a person’s race, color, religion (including religious dress or grooming practices), creed, national origin (including language use restrictions), citizenship, uniform service member or veteran status, ancestry, disability, physical or mental disability (including HIV/AIDS), medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, request for protected leave, marital status, sex, pregnancy, age (over 40), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by law. The Company will comply with all federal and state regulations and statutes pertaining to individuals with disabilities.