Application Engineer - HVAC/R & Compressors

Job Description

Danfoss Turbocor is looking for an Application Engineer to join our sales team!  This position primarily provides pre-sales engineering-level technical support for OEM design professionals and Key Account Managers.  It will also work closely with the Product Management and Technical Service groups to promote, develop, and support Danfoss Turbocor products.  You will provide expert oil-free centrifugal compressor integration expertise for chiller, refrigeration, and heat pump systems.  The role requires problem-solving skills supported by strong communication and interpersonal skills to assist OEM customers in their required efforts to improve the operation, efficiency, and value of Turbocor-based magnetic bearing compressor systems.

We would prefer this candidate be based in Tallahassee but would consider a remote employee.  This position reports to the Global Director of Application Engineering.

Job Responsibilities

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

   
•    Interface directly with OEM design professionals to support their development projects through the seamless integration of Turbocor compressors into the mechanical, electrical, and control systems of their products.
•    Provide face-to-face and virtual application training, prototype testing support and evaluation, product promotion, and system troubleshooting services for OEM customers. 
•    Serve as a technical interface between the Danfoss Turbocor Product Engineering functions and OEM technical support teams.  This demands clear and timely use of oral and written technical communication. 
•    Provide onsite and virtual troubleshooting of complex system and compressor level issues and communicate findings and recommendations in clear concise oral and written reports.
•    Provide customer-based product requirements to Product Management and Product Engineering functions.
•    Provide technical expertise and guidance to support resolution of Quality Issues.
•    Responsible for understanding and complying with quality policies, procedures, and instructions to ensure product quality, customer satisfaction, attainment of business goals, and environmental well-being.
•    Create product technical documentation for design, application, site visit reports, and product bulletins.

Background & Skills

EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE:
•    Bachelor’s degree in engineering or other technical-related degree
•    Strong interpersonal verbal and written communication skills
•    Strong Microsoft Office Suite skills and experience with advanced capability in Excel a strong plus
•    Successful candidate should meet one of the following qualifications:
         -8 years of industry experience and deep technical knowledge of centrifugal chiller, screw chiller, or related industrial equipment (engines, compressors, generators, turbines, etc.)
         -Demonstrate an ability to quickly gain industry knowledge and fully assume the responsibilities described in this job description.
•    Experience in refrigeration system design and cycle analysis – Chiller design experience a plus
•    Deep knowledge of refrigerant properties and PH diagram analysis  
•    Experience and expertise in reading, interpreting, and creating PID diagrams and electrical schematics
•    Experience in creating effective control logic, sequences of operation, and programming for multi-purpose PLC (Siemens, Carel, Danfoss MCX, or other) or dedicated controllers of complex electromechanical devices in real-time 
•    Must have basic knowledge of common electronic controls integration protocols including but not limited to Modbus, RS232, RS485, and CAN bus  
•    Have demonstrated capability in the control of complicated electro-mechanical systems or products
•    Strong oral and written communication skills capable of creating clear and concise documentation of customer and internal communication 

OTHER IMPORTANT CHARACTERISTICS: 
•    Customer focused
•    Team Player
•    Organized multi-tasker
•    Capable of operating independently with little direct supervision

At Danfoss, we believe that a diverse and inclusive workplace fosters creativity, innovation, and a broader perspective in decision-making. When you consider this job posting, do you feel like your profile is not a perfect match? Numerous studies have found that women and people of color are more likely to apply only when they meet all the requirements listed in the job posting. Even if you do not check all the boxes, we encourage you to apply anyway. We are curious to find out how you can bring new insights to the role or to Danfoss as an organization.

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
• Personal Insurance
• 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.

Danfoss is an EO employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected category.