Mechanical Engineer, R&D

Job Description

Danfoss is looking for a Mechanical Engineer to be part of the Research and Development Team in Danfoss Climate Solutions and will report to the Senior Manager, R&D

You’ll be part of a cross-functional team focused on bringing a product from concept to final design, integrating research findings into workable product solutions. This role requires a proactive mindset, strong communication skills, and the ability to manage shifting priorities. You’ll collaborate closely with business development, engineering, and production teams to ensure product excellence and customer satisfaction.

Job Responsibilities

Responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to, the following. 

• Product design: Develop detailed designs, prototypes, and support the transition to full-scale production. Ensure that the product meets necessary performance and quality standards.
• Conduct research, develop new concepts, and apply cutting-edge technologies: Develop and optimize new products, create prototypes, and perform initial testing of innovative ideas
• Operational support: Execute and implement designs for One-Time Adaptations (OTA). Work closely with Application and Process engineers to ensure customer demands are integrated in the design. Participate in RCPS and production feedback meetings and implement Design to manufacturing and design to cost principles
• Standardization: Develop new concepts, apply cutting-edge technologies, and create optimized product solutions. Design, prototype, and conduct initial testing of innovative ideas. Focus on modularization.

Background & Skills

The ideal candidate possesses these skills. 

• 3+ years of experience in mechanical design
• Industry knowledge/experience in piping and new product development
• System engineering background
• Knowledge of key IT tools (MS Office, SAP - Business Intelligence Warehouse, Salesforce)
• Proactive, motivated, and self-driven
• Ability to work effectively in a high quality, deadline driven environment
• Technical proficiency
• Very good command of English in writing & speech

Employee Benefits

We are excited to offer you the following benefits with your employment:

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.