Logo
Daikin

Residential Applications Engineer - Hydronics Specialist

Daikin, Waller, Texas, United States, 77874


This position forms part of the Residential Applications team and is responsible for front line application engineering to help expand the use of Daikin products in the North American HVAC marketplace. Core functions include project level support to the Daikin Business Unit sales team, Motili, and our network of manufacturer Reps & /Distributors. In addition, to execute tactics to strengthen the spec-in ratio and conversion of all appropriate projects to Daikin products and technologies.

May include:

Provide project level application support to Daikin sales staff and our network of Daikin Manufacturer Reps & Distributors in the North American marketUtilize sales tools to support Distributors, Manufacturers Representatives, Contractors, Engineers Builders regarding design & application of equipment 1ph equipment in both residential and commercial applicationsSpecification Support: Instruction & guidelines to create better Daikin specs for Reps, Builders EngineersProject Support: Instructions & guidelines, best practices to enhance system applications and set up in different residence types and climatesCompetitor conversion and comparison skills to maximize Daikin's opportunities for all projectsCodes & Standards Support: Provide high level support and understanding for applicable national and local codes and standardsProvide input & guidance to marketing team for the creation of Technical Tools / Selection GuidesRepresent Daikin at networking events and seminarsAssist in project development by providing alternate equipment selections and optionsParticipate in additional projects to support ongoing business needsCreate technical documentation and presentations for use by Daikin staff and sales partnersProvide technical presentations in the field to our sales partnersTrain the trainer: Provide insight & guidance to colleagues tasked with presenting application materialsApplies advanced knowledge of job area typically obtained through advanced education and work experienceManages projects and processes while working independently and with limited supervisionCoaches and reviews the work of lower-level professionalsProblems faced are difficult and sometimes complex; takes a new perspective on existing solutionsKnowledge of HVAC products, load calculations, building controls, duct design and installation practicesExcellent presentation and written/verbal communication skillsAbility to manage and respond to technical questionsMust have computer proficiency - Microsoft Office, especially Excel, Word, and PowerPointAbility to create and develop company-wide documents, tools, practices, and processesAbility to interact effectively and provide information to customers, consultants, and internal personnel, including senior management, Daikin Corporate PersonnelPositive, flexible Attitude: With a can-do approach to solving problemsProblem Solving: Ability to anticipate and solve practical problems, to resolve issuesCommunication, negotiation, persuasion: Regularly exchange supportive information, ideas, opinions, and thoughts with staff at all levels so issues can be handled with mutual understanding and effectiveness. Speak, write, and present clearly, fluently and in a compelling manner to individuals and groupsCustomer Focus: Regard problems and complaints as an opportunity to provide positive customer experiences. Encourage feedback from customers and ensure customer SLAs are metPlanning and Organizing: Develop comprehensive project and work planning, controlling, and monitoring systems to meet set objectives and prioritiesAppropriately allocate time and prioritize issues to ensure objectives are met, establishing, and maintaining systems that ensure the completion of tasks, update, and training, and give feedback on results and progress to the teamEvaluation and Problem Solving: Gather comprehensive information from a range of sources when presented with problems. Structure and analyze problems within a wider context and check impact of different solutions. Produce innovative solutions based on knowledge and experienceLearning and Adapting: Initiate improvement initiatives and encourage others to try new ways of working. Seek out and adopt world class, leading technologies to maintain Daikin Industry Leadership. Develop, adopt, and introduce new ideas, methods, products and services using in-depth industry and technical 'know how'. Maintain an extensive external 'knowledge' and 'self-learning' network

Experience: 5 plus years of HVAC industry experience

Education/Certification: Bachelor's degree (in engineering preferred) or equivalent, relevant industry experience

Physical Requirements / Work Environment

Must be able to perform essential responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodations. Must be willing to travel

Reports To: Senior Manager, Applications Engineering

Qualified Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States. Qualified applicants will not require employer sponsored work authorization now or in the future for employment in the United States.

The Company provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants regardless of a person's race, color, religion (including religious dress or grooming practices), creed, national origin (including language use restrictions), citizenship, uniform service member or veteran status, ancestry, disability, physical or mental disability (including HIV/AIDS), medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, request for protected leave, marital status, sex, pregnancy, age (over 40), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by law. The Company will comply with all federal and state regulations and statutes pertaining to individuals with disabilities.