R&D Specialist - Heat Exchangers Division

Job Description

Danfoss Climate Solutions is looking for an R&D Specialist to join our innovative Gasketed & Welded Heat Exchangers team within the HEX Division in Kolding. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to new product development.

In this role, you will be key in delivering and maintaining Heat Exchanger designs, focusing on new technologies, product development, and sustaining engineering. You’ll help drive technology development and expand our product portfolio—from defining customer requirements to concept validation and product implementation. You’ll work in a collaborative, cross-functional team, partnering with stakeholders from Engineering, Quality, and Production Technology to shape the future of our business.

At Danfoss, we foster a dynamic culture that supports growth, innovation, and professional development, making it a unique place to work.

Job Responsibilities

Responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to, the following. 

• You will undertake a diverse range of responsibilities, focusing on developing innovative designs that meet performance, reliability, cost, and manufacturability requirements. This involves a deep understanding of material properties and mechanics, particularly how different materials respond under various stamping conditions.

• Develop new features and heat exchanger variants within the Danfoss GWHE portfolio.

• Support the creation of design standards and standard operating procedures for engineering teams.

Additionally, but not limited to, you can look forward to:

• Establishing and maintaining structured guidelines for frame integral components.

• Implementing changes in PDM systems.

• Conducting detailed studies and providing recommendations for solving manufacturing process issues.

• Conducting research to test or analyze the feasibility, design, operation, or performance of equipment, components, or systems.

• Recommending design modifications to eliminate machine or system malfunctions and reduce costs.

Background & Skills

To succeed in this role, extensive experience in New Product Development and Engineering is essential, along with a Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Mechanical Engineering.

The ideal candidate will also possess the following qualifications:

• Proficiency in CAD, PPAP, quality management systems, and Microsoft Office programs.

• In-depth knowledge of ASME, EN, DNV, and other pressure vessel standards.

• Keeping up to date with relevant norms and regulations.

• Strong engineering fundamentals and excellent time management skills.

On a personal level, you are a collaborative team player with excellent communication and project management skills. Your enthusiasm for embracing new technical trends fuels your work. Combined with your analytical abilities, you can easily maintain focus and turn challenges into innovative solutions.

For further information about the role please contact: Senior Engineering Manager, Vishal Indalkar at +45 5180 6789

Employee Benefits

We are excited to offer you the following benefits with your employment:

• Bonus system
• Paid vacation
• Flexible working hours
• Possibility to work remotely
• Pension plan
• Personal insurance
• Communication package
• Opportunity to join Employee Resource Groups
• State of the art virtual work environment
• Employee Referral Program

This list does not promise or guarantee any particular benefit or specific action. They may depend on country or contract specifics and are subject to change at any time without prior notice.

Danfoss – Engineering Tomorrow

At Danfoss, we are engineering solutions that allow the world to use resources in smarter ways - driving the sustainable transformation of tomorrow. No transformation has ever been started without a group of passionate, dedicated and empowered people. We believe that innovation and great results are driven by the right mix of people with diverse backgrounds, personalities, skills, and perspectives, reflecting the world in which we do business. To make sure the mix of people works, we strive to create an inclusive work environment where people of all backgrounds are treated equally, respected, and valued for who they are. It is a strong priority within Danfoss to improve the health, working environment and safety of our employees.

Following our founder’s mindset “action speaks louder than words”, we set ourselves ambitious targets to protect the environment by embarking on a plan to become CO2 neutral latest by 2030.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected category.