Lead Application Engineer Requisition ID: 42660 Job Location(s): Ames, IA, US **Job Description** Danfoss in Ames is seeking an experienced Lead Application Engineer well versed in designing, testing, and developing hydraulic applications for out Power Solutions Division. **Job Responsibilities** Developing strong mobile machine expertise through research, testing and analyzing agricultural, construction, material handling, turf and specialty machines; working with the technical sales team to evaluate customer specifications, contributing to technical proposals that lead to new business, responding to technical requests, providing technical training, evaluating product applications and documenting these activities; selecting and specifying DPS products, with a specific emphasis on ensuring conformance to component application requirements and machine performance expectations; designing system control architecture, logic and parameters to meet safety, performance and life requirements; researching, developing, analyzing and testing alternate machine system designs for feasibility, cost, operation and performance in the mobile machine market; investigating machine problems or component failures and recommending remedial actions, system design changes or alternate components or features; identifying and recommending product design improvements to the DPS component engineering teams. **Background & Skills** Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electromechanical, Electrical, or Agricultural Engineering. 5 years experiencedesigning hydraulic systems, including selection of components and circuit design to meet customer specification for performance and reliability. 5 years experience instrumenting and testing hydraulic systems to verify system performance, verify system reliability, or troubleshoot relevant hydraulic systems . Must live in the Ames area or be willing to relocate. **Employee Benefits** We are excited to offer you the following benefits with your employment: + Bonus system + Paid vacation + Flexible working hours + Possibility to work remotely + Pension plan + Personal insurance + Communication package + Opportunity to join Employee Resource Groups + State of the art virtual work environment + Employee Referral Program This list does not promise or guarantee any particular benefit or specific action. They may depend on country or contract specifics and are subject to change at any time without prior notice. **Danfoss – Engineering Tomorrow** At Danfoss, we are engineering solutions that allow the world to use resources in smarter ways - driving the sustainable transformation of tomorrow. No transformation has ever been started without a group of passionate, dedicated and empowered people. We believe that innovation and great results are driven by the right mix of people with diverse backgrounds, personalities, skills, and perspectives, reflecting the world in which we do business. To make sure the mix of people works, we strive to create an inclusive work environment where people of all backgrounds are treated equally, respected, and valued for who they are. It is a strong priority within Danfoss to improve the health, working environment and safety of our employees. Following our founder’s mindset “action speaks louder than words”, we set ourselves ambitious targets to protect the environment by embarking on a plan to become CO2 neutral latest by 2030. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected category. Danfoss engineers solutions that increase machine productivity, reduce emissions, lower energy consumption, and enable electrification. Our solutions are used in such areas as refrigeration, air conditioning, heating, power conversion, motor control, industrial machinery, automotive, marine, and off- and on-highway equipment. We also provide solutions for renewable energy, such as solar and wind power, as well as district-energy infrastructure for cities. Our innovative engineering dates back to 1933. Danfoss is family-owned, employing more than 42.000 people, serving customers in more than 100 countries through a global footprint of 95 factories. Danfoss engineers solutions that increase machine productivity, reduce emissions, lower energy consumption, and enable electrification. Our solutions are used in such areas as refrigeration, air conditioning, heating, power conversion, motor control, industrial machinery, automotive, marine, and off- and on-highway equipment. We also provide solutions for renewable energy, such as solar and wind power, as well as district-energy infrastructure for cities. Our innovative engineering dates back to 1933. Danfoss is family-owned, employing more than 42.000 people, serving customers in more than 100 countries through a global footprint of 95 factories. **Nearest Major Market:** Ames **Nearest Secondary Market:** Des Moines