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Engineering Manager – Plymouth, MN – Hybrid

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Daikin Applied is seeking an Engineering Manager to provide leadership for the team developing HVAC Unit controls solutions for Daikin equipment. The offerings being developed by this team include controls hardware, application software, unit controller applications, and connected solutions.

Come be a part of an exciting journey at Daikin Applied, where innovation and excellence drive our every endeavor!

Location: Hybrid, Plymouth, MN

What You Will Do

Be responsible for coordinating the activities of the Americas regional applied development team with other global and regional groups
Manage regional development, help select and integrate third-party products, ensure products meet the defined customer requirements of teams are being met, and ensure compliance with internal processes
Drive continuous improvement within the team
Evaluate design decisions and work collaboratively across multiple teams
Provide excellent communication and organizational skills within a team environment
Work with the team to maintain high productivity and low turnover
Work closely with development and project teams to plan and track work
Define, track, and report Key Performance Indicators
Define, track, and report on the group budget
Collaborate with the business team to develop roadmaps for future product work, including the required resources
Advise management of anything that may affect schedule, costs, or inter-departmental relations
Develop training and succession plans for the group
Maintain a working knowledge of safety policies and regulations to ensure duties of self and others are performed in a safe manner

What’s In It For You

The ability to make an impact and shape your career with a company that is passionate about growth
The support of an organization that believes it is vital to include and engage diverse people, perspectives, and ideas to achieve our best

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelors degree in engineering, computer science, information technology, or related field
Minimum of 5 years of management experience, leading diverse teams
2+ years working in an Agile development environment
Experience in product development involving embedded systems
Experience in cloud-based product development
Experience in implementing communications protocols
Strong organizational, interpersonal and communications skills
Ability to read and interpret documents such as technical literature and safety standards, operating and maintenance instructions, and engineering drawings
Ability to communicate effectively with cross-functional employees in the organization, including remote employees in other countries
Ability to apply basic engineering principles to solve problems
Able to collect and report data and use data to drive decision making
Work visa sponsorship is not available for this position

Preferred Qualifications

Understanding of/experience with HVAC systems
Experience integrating with third-party products
Experience working with global development projects
Knowledge of Programmable Logic Controllers
Experience with requirements management
Control theory
Experience leading the development of products with cyber security requirements
Experience leading cross-functional teams
Experience leading Agile teams

Benefits

Daikin Applied offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:
Multiple medical insurance plan options + dental and vision insurance
401K retirement plan with employer match
Paid time off and company paid holidays
Paid sick time in accordance with the federal, state and local law
Tuition Reimbursement after 6 months of continuous service

The typical annual base salary for this position ranges from $100,800 - $166,700 plus a 15% bonus in Minnesota. The range displayed represents the pay range for all positions in the job grade 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!

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