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Danfoss Application Development Center Lead Engineer in Loves Park, Illinois
Application Development Center Lead Engineer
Requisition ID: 37386
Job Location(s):
Loves Park, IL, US
Job Description
Are you passionate about working for an industry leader in sustainability? Danfoss provides solutions to our generation's greatest energy challenges. Danfoss is rising to the challenge with expertise and world-leading solutions based on the latest technologies and an Engineering Tomorrow mentality.
Danfoss in Loves Park, IL is seeking an experienced variable speed drives engineer to lead our Application Development Center (ADC) and laboratory as part of our Business Incubator Team. The team’s role is to win market share by solving customer issues with a technical approach for key customers in application areas including Electrification, Water, HVAC, and Heavy Industries. The Application Development Center (ADC) Lead Engineer will own the ADC laboratory. The ADC Lead Engineer will direct the planning and execution of application development activities including application demonstration, hardware in the loop, simulation, and proof of concept development.
Job Responsibilities
• Identify opportunities to develop the Application Design Center equipment and capabilities.
• Develop product solutions, including first-of-the-kind solutions, utilizing the existing and planned portfolio and identifying portfolio gaps required to gain business with dream accounts.
• Perform proof of concept of technical solutions in preparation for commercialization
• Provide input to Product Teams for commercialization on technical solutions and business cases.
• Collaborate and hand off mature applications to After Sales Service.
• Work with cross-functional teams to ensure successful product applications at key accounts. Develop relationships with Product Management, Product Development, S/C, Customer Service, Product Teams, Sales, Business Development, Center of Excellence, and Customers.
• Interact with key customers to understand their requirements at a systems level and provide technical support.
• Provide on-site support to the customer from business development to commissioning of first-of-the-kind systems.
• Ability to travel within the region 15%.
Background & Skills
Required Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (MSEE preferred).
• 7-10+ Years of relevant experience with variable speed drives and their application.
Job Criteria
• Deep curiosity about customers, technology, and product solutions.
• Effective verbal communication skills and ability to explain complex technical models and theories.
• Ability to connect with customers and team members.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• High motivation to make positive contributions to the team and business.
The ideal candidate possesses these skills:
• Deep understanding of the Danfoss product portfolio and applications at the systems level.
• Experience developing drives and drive applications.
• Experience with hardware, software, and simulation of drives and drive systems.
• Experience in electrification (e.g. Grid converters, Battery storage systems, Fuel cell systems, active front ends).
At Danfoss, we believe that a diverse and inclusive workplace fosters creativity, innovation, and a broader perspective in decision-making. When you consider this job posting, do you feel like your profile is not a perfect match? Numerous studies have found that women and people of color are more likely to apply only when they meet all requirements listed in the job posting. Even if you do not check all the boxes, we encourage you to apply anyway. We are curious to find out how you can bring new insights to the role or to Danfoss as an organization.
Employee Benefits
We are excited to offer you the following benefits with your employment:
Bonus system
Paid vacation
Flexible working hours
Personal Insurance
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.
Danfoss is an EO employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, 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: Rockford