Lead Engineer - Design
Oragadam, IN
Job Description
Do you thrive on pushing the boundaries of refrigeration system design? Are you passionate about leading and Participate in New Product Development towards sustainable tomorrow? If so, Danfoss has an exciting opportunity for you!
We are seeking an experienced and innovative Lead Engineer to join our System Solutions Global R&D Engineering team. In this role, you will be instrumental in driving the development of cutting-edge refrigeration systems for commercial cooling applications. You will lead a team of engineers through the entire product development lifecycle, from initial concept to successful product launch.
Job Responsibilities
- Be the Technical Authority: Provide expert technical leadership and collaborate with a team of engineers, fostering a shared and high-performing environment.
- Lead from the Front: Spearhead the design and development of innovative refrigeration systems and sub-assemblies, ensuring alignment with business goals and customer needs.
- Turn Ideas into Reality: Conduct feasibility studies, develop compelling concepts, perform detailed thermodynamic simulations, and translate designs into clear schematics for mockup or prototype tests.
- Optimize for Excellence: Leverage your expertise in static and dynamic analysis tools (e.g., Ansys, EEES..) and laboratory testing to optimize designs for maximum performance and efficiency for sustainable future.
- Collaborate for Success: Partner seamlessly with cross-functional teams to define project scope, develop robust plans, and ensure timely execution according to Danfoss's Product Development Process.
- Document for Impact: Create and drive meticulous engineering documentation, including design specifications, simulation reports, DFMEA analyses, and technical guidelines etc.,
- Be a Problem-Solver: Proactively identify, diagnose, and resolve technical roadblocks during the product development journey to ensure smooth and successful product launches.
- Champion Innovation: Cultivate a culture of continuous improvement and innovation within the team, encouraging knowledge sharing and the exploration of new ideas.
- Integrate Agile into Product Development: Lead the strategic integration of agile principles and practices towards optimizing workflows, communication, and decision-making for faster TTM and more responsive product development.
Background & Skills
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Thermal Engineering, or a related field.
- 10+ years of proven experience in refrigeration product development, with a strong emphasis on vapor compression systems and a track record of technical leadership.
- Expert-level proficiency in engineering simulation software such as Ansys, Fluent, and Vapcyc.
- Deep understanding of thermodynamics, heat transfer, fluid mechanics, and refrigeration system design principles.
- Hands-on Project experience in commercial refrigeration product is a must.
- Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skills.
- Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and leadership abilities.
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.