McQuay International

Design Engineer

McQuay International • $62K — $100K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
  • Strong grasp of thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, structures, and materials
  • Hands-on testing experience with electro-mechanical equipment
  • Problem-solving skills in engineering contexts
  • Effective communication of technical information
  • Basic understanding of phase-gate product development
  • Familiarity with engineering tools like P&ID, DOE, DFMEA, DVP&R

Responsibilities

  • Develop electro-mechanical designs aligned with quality, cost, and timelines
  • Create test plans based on product requirements and DFMEA analysis
  • Provide technical guidance to cross-functional teams including Product Management and Manufacturing
  • Collaborate with various departments to support product design
  • Manage project execution within the new product development phase-gate framework
  • Stay updated on technology improvements and industry trends
  • Address engineering issues in product assembly and implement corrective actions

Benefits

  • Multiple medical insurance plan options plus dental and vision insurance
  • 401K retirement plan with employer match
  • Paid time off and company-paid holidays
  • Paid sick leave as per legal requirements
  • Tuition reimbursement after 6 months of service
Full Job Description
Design Engineer. The Design Engineer will assist in the development of primary systems and sub-systems of commercial HVAC equipment. The candidate will collaborate with cross-functional team members, driving toward releasing innovative HVAC products.

Location: Staunton, VA - Hybrid (4 days/week in office)

What you will do:
  • Develop electro-mechanical designs of appropriate complexity, supporting program quality, cost, and schedule
  • Develop test plans based on product requirements and DFMEA analysis. Support performance, reliability, and industry certification needs through the testing of systems, sub-systems, and components.
  • Analyze information and provide technical guidance within the specified function for others in the organization, including Product Management, Marketing, Applications, Manufacturing, Service, Training Center, and Purchasing
  • Work cross-functionally with groups such as Design, Test Lab, Integrated Supply Chain, Product Management, Marketing, Manufacturing, Service, Training Center, etc. supporting product design to meet business needs
  • Support the execution of projects within the new product development phase-gate process, demonstrating appropriate design maturity and growth across various milestones
  • Keep current on product and component technology improvements and industry trends to effectively perform functions of the position
  • Investigate engineering/manufacturing issues related to the assembly of new product designs and take corrective action to prevent the recurrence of problems


Minimum Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent
  • Understanding of mechanical concepts such as thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, structures, and materials
  • Hands-on experience testing electro-mechanical equipment
  • Ability to problem-solve within engineering and technical concepts
  • Ability to effectively communicate technical information tailored to the appropriate level for the audience.
  • Basic understanding of product development within a phase gate process.
  • Knowledge of engineering tools and analysis methods such as P&ID, DOE, DFMEA, DVP&R.
  • Able to break down work into manageable sized pieces and use them to estimate and plan the necessary tasks.


Preferred Qualifications:
  • Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent
  • Knowledge of vapor compression cycle.
  • Capabilities with PLM (Product Lifecycle Management) tools.
  • Capabilities in modeling/simulation tools such as MATLAB, ANSYS, VapCyc, etc.
  • Knowledge of systems engineering and architecture.
  • Basic skills with CAD applications
  • Basic knowledge of Excel macros, Visual Basic for Applications (VBA), and other programming languages applied to data analysis and process automation


Your 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


Work visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

The typical annual base salary for this position ranges from $62,000-$100,500 in Virginia. The range displayed represents the pay range for all positions in the job grade in which this position falls. Individual base pay will depend on a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

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About McQuay International

McQuay International is a manufacturer of HVAC equipment and solutions. The company was founded in 1933 and is headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota. McQuay International offers a range of products including air conditioning units, chillers, and air handling units. The company has operations in North America, Europe, and Asia. McQuay International is a subsidiary of Daikin Industries, Ltd.
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