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Daikin Applied Americas · 6 hours ago

Controls Engineer III

Staunton, VA

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

$90K/yr - $147K/yr

7+ years exp

Daikin Applied Americas is the world's largest HVAC company, recognized by Forbes as one of America's Best-In-State Employers 2025. They are seeking a Controls Engineer III to design and implement software programming applications for HVAC equipment, focusing on Model Based Controls design and new product development.

Consumer GoodsElectronicsHeating Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC)Manufacturing

No H1B

Hiring Manager

Dave Frolick

Responsibilities

Design and model software for chiller equipment and systems for commercial, industrial, domestic and internal purposes

Design and direct engineering personnel in fabrication of test control apparatus and equipment, and determine methods, procedures, and conditions for testing products

Develop applications of controls, instruments, and systems for new commercial, domestic, and industrial uses

Direct activities to ensure that manufacturing, construction, installation, and operational testing conform to functional specifications and customer requirements

Direct and coordinate operation, maintenance, and repair of equipment and systems in field and internal installations

Use computer assisted engineering and design software and equipment to perform engineering tasks

Participate in the testing process through test plan development, test review and analysis, and software certification

Interface with internal client groups to understand all planned projects and meet project schedule deadlines

Work cross-functionally to integrate simulation tools into the product development lifecycle, guide simulation best practices, and support innovative HVAC product development efforts

Qualification

HVAC engineeringObject-oriented software developmentDynamic modelingC++Linux OSModel-in-the-loop testingOrganizational skillsInterpersonal skillsCommunication skillsProblem solving skills

Required

Bachelor's degree (Computer Science or Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or Equivalent)

7+ years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Requires in-depth knowledge of principles and practices of engineering, preferably in the HVAC industry

Strong organizational, interpersonal and communications skills

Extensive problem solving and computer skills

Knowledge of object-oriented software development and ability to build and test dynamic models to support control strategy development

Work visa sponsorship is not available for this position

Preferred

Software experience with C++, Linux OS, and Model-in-the-loop (MiL) testing using Modelica/Dymola and FMI-based simulation environments

Benefits

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

Company

Daikin Applied Americas

Daikin Applied delivers superior air quality and energy efficiency to every solution with innovation in advanced technology, IoT, and next generation compressors.

Founded in 1933

Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA

5001-10000 employees