Job Description

The employee will be part of the India RD&E organization in Danfoss Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Controls Division (RAC) and will report to Manager for NPD (New product Development).

Job Responsibilities Product Development for commercial and Industrial Valves and Switches for Refrigeration and Air conditioning systems Approval and standards Design responsibility Drive design changes  Cost optimization Continuous quality improvements

Key tasks

•    Development of Product Design ideas based on market requirement that could be converted into a product
•    Assess and execute Design tasks to move from concepts both on technology and as per the requirement, to a saleable product
•    Function in a team towards project execution from concept to production and complete the activities defined in all milestone deliverables
•    Hands-on design calculation. Make detailed Part drawings, Assembly drawings, BOM, design specification sheets and drive process improvements
•    Execution of Product Design verification and validations- Development of test procedures, necessary fixtures and testing
•    Collaborating with cross functional team and external suppliers for prototype and testing activities.
•    Support / Lead in managing Design reviews and using Design Tools during the project phases.
•    Knowledge of TS quality systems / audits / tools

Success Criteria’s
•    Keep promised deadlines
•    Maintain robust product design while continuously improving quality and reducing cost.

Important aspects, with impact on the job
•    Job location is Danfoss Industries Pvt Ltd. in Oragadam Village, Chennai, India
•    Approximate 5-10 days of travel per year based on requirement

Background & Skills

Minimum requirements to educational background

•    Bachelor’s/ Master’s degree in Mechanical, Mechatronics Engineering 
•    6-10 years’ experience with design of mechanical products (Valve and Switches design will be an advantage)

Minimum requirements to working experience. 
•    NPD Competencies:
    Product related knowledge
    Sound engineering practices & following safety standards
    Project Management skills
    Knowledge of PDP processes Product quality standards - FMEA, DOE, etc
    Concept development
    Experience with 3D CAD (knowledge of Autodesk Inventor will be an advantage)
    Working experience in using PLM like Teamcenter, SAP

•    Material Competencies:
    Selecting appropriate Materials for defined application needs.
    Knowledge of different materials and their applications.
    Know-how of Material Treatment processes and their applications.

•    Manufacturing Competencies:
    Proficient knowledge and know-how of different Manufacturing Processes.
    Part Manufacturing viz., Forging, Casting, Forming, Machining, etc.
    Assembly Manufacturing, viz., Fastening, Welding/Brazing, Press-fit, etc.
    Joint-Design-Discussions with Suppliers for Part Development.
    Analyse Design for CO2 emissions, propose a suitable solution for low CO2 emission.

•    Simulations:
    Knowledge of Structural Simulation and further Analysis for improving Design.
    Know-how on Fluid Simulation.

Essential personal characteristics
•    Self initiator and self driver
•    Team worker
•    Conceptual thinking
•    Problem solving
•    Drive and persistence
•    Quality mind-set
•    Efficient in English communication

Other aspects
•    Experience within Refrigeration, air-condition or heating systems is an added advantage
•    Experience of executing tasks with cross functional teams in multinational environment will be an advantage.
•    Experience in collaboration with external partners.
 

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.