Manufacturing Engineer at Daikin Applied

Phoenix, Arizona, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

17 Apr, 26

Salary

120700.0

Posted On

17 Jan, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Manufacturing Engineering, Process Improvement, Production Scheduling, Documentation, Solidworks, AutoCAD, MS Office, MS Project, Sheet Metal Fabrication, Assembly, Cellular Manufacturing, Demand Flow Technology

Industry

Industrial Machinery Manufacturing

Description

Join the world's largest HVAC company, named by Forbes as one of America's Best-In-State Employers 2025! Daikin Applied is seeking a talented and eager Manufacturing Engineer. Under the direct supervision of the Senior Operations Manager, this role will evaluate, develop and improve manufacturing processes that supports the plant management with production and equipment issues. Come be a part of an exciting journey at Daikin Applied, where innovation and excellence drive our every endeavor! Location: In office, Phoenix AZ What you will do: Daikin Applied Americas, Inc. in Phoenix makes large-scale commercial HVAC solutions, commonly referred to as Modular Central Plants (MCPs) and Package Central Plants (PCPs). Each project is unique and based entirely on the customers’ individual specifications. The plants are designed, sourced, built and tested in Phoenix, Arizona and then shipped to the customer’s site. Serve as the Liaison between Production: Each customer project is a prototype. Occasionally, issues arise where the design my not be able to be built or function as intended. The production team will bring these issues to the ME who will work with Engineering to create a viable solution as well as prevent similar issues on future designs. Develop and Maintain Production Flow: The Manufacturing Engineer will work with Scheduling, Inventory and Production to produce the weekly and daily production schedule, keeping the project on schedule to be completed within the customers’ requirements. The ME will need to have a firm understanding of production times and staffing capabilities. The ME will also need to manage the physical space of each project on the production floor, allowing multiple projects to be fabricated at the same time while minimizing conflicts. Document Processes: The fabrication processes used by the Production Technicians need to be documented, which will allow for training new employees as well as periodic review of each process for safer, higher quality and more cost-effective methods. Organize and Implement Process Improvements: Review the project build sequence, seeking opportunities to remove waste. Process Improvements can vary from modification to the current process as well as tooling that enables the production team to become more efficient. Manage the Capital Expenditure Request (CER) Process: In conjunction with process improvements, equipment that will allow increased efficiency will be requested from multiple departments. The ME will manage the CER process which includes sourcing ideas and prioritizing ideas based on a Return on Investment (ROI) approach. The ME will then assist in drafting and sourcing approved CER requests. What’s in it for you: Medical/Dental/Vision coverage, PTO, 401K match, support for community involvement and much more 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 Industrial Technology, Industrial Manufacturing Engineering or equivalent technical, scientific or engineering degree 1-5 years of related experience Work visa sponsorship is not available for this position Preferred Qualifications: Solidworks, AutoCAD 2D, MS Office and MS Project experience Sheet metal fabrication and assembly using state-of-art manufacturing processes, including cellular manufacturing and Demand Flow Technology 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 salary for this position ranges from $74,200 - $120,700 in Arizona. 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! Building a more sustainable planet. Creating comfortable, healthy spaces for people to connect, live and work. Perfecting the air we share. Daikin Applied is not just an HVAC company. We're part of a global technology powerhouse that uses Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) to transform the world. We're innovators and leaders. Not only as a business, but as individuals. And we are honored to say we were named to Forbes' America's Best-In-State Employers list for 2025, ranking #1 in Minnesota for Manufacturing and Engineering. We invest in our people, and our people invest in our customers and communities. This mutual commitment is the reason for our dynamic growth. So is an inclusive culture that encourages everyone to come to work as their whole selves and come together as a team that welcomes unique ideas, perspectives and backgrounds. You see, we're not just innovating on the outside. We're innovating on the inside to unlock people's unlimited potential and bring out the diverse and groundbreaking ideas that will help us solve today's most pressing challenges. That's why Daikin offers more than a job. Here's where you'll be heard, be valued, belong -- and be able to make your mark. Not finding the right fit? Let us know you're interested in a future opportunity by clicking Get Started below or create an account by clicking 'Sign In' at the top of the page to set up email alerts as new job postings become available that meet your interest!

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Responsibilities

The Manufacturing Engineer will evaluate, develop, and improve manufacturing processes while serving as a liaison between production and engineering teams. They will also manage production flow, document processes, and implement process improvements.