Engineering Technician III

Join the world's largest HVAC company, named by Forbes as one of America's Best-In-State Employers 2025!Daikin Applied is seeking an Engineering Technician III . This position is part of our planned lab expansion, with hiring expected to take place throughout 2026. You will have the ability to make an impact and shape your career with a company that is passionate about growth. The support of an organization that believes it is vital to include and engage diverse people, perspectives, and ideas to achieve our best. Come be a part of an exciting journey at Daikin Applied, where innovation and excellence drive our every endeavor! Location: Plymouth, MN - onsite Shift Hours 1st Shift: 6am - 2:30pm Monday - Friday Your Responsibilities Assemble prototype HVAC units from BOMs, SolidWorks CAD models, drawings, schematics, and Engineering direction. Assembly includes sheet metal construction, copper brazing, insulation, and electrical circuit wiring Install instrumentation on test units per standard lab methods Set up and operate complex laboratory equipment and instruments Identify and report nonconformities to engineering and design stakeholders Provide thoughtful solutions to difficult mechanical/ electrical problems and product improvement to engineering stakeholders Ensure standards, policies, procedures, and maintenance of a clean work area are upheld at all times Maintain a working knowledge of EH&S safety policies and regulations to ensure duties of self and others are performed in a safe manner Maintain effective communication with laboratory and project teams Obtain fork truck training/license, scissor lift training/license, or refrigerant handling certifications Perform test unit setup according to lab procedures and test request requirements Create records of prototype build activities and document them according to laboratory procedures Improve laboratory activities on a continuous basis Implement corrective and preventative actions Analyze, troubleshoot, and repair test units and facilities Provide direction, assistance and training to other technicians (senior roles only) Your Qualifications Associate’s degree in HVAC&R or related experience Experience related to mechanical test lab or field service (preferred) Fork truck training/license, Man lift training/license, Universal card, or R410a card (preferred) Mentorship experience (preferred) Your Benefits Daikin Applied offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: Multiple medical insurance plan options + dental and vision insurance 401K retirement plan with employer contributions matching 100% of the first 3% of employee contributions and 50% on the next 2% of employee contributions Company provided life insurance + optional employee paid voluntary life insurance, dependent life coverage and voluntary accident coverage Short-term and long-term disability 3 weeks of paid time off for new employees + 11 company-paid holidays Vacation accrues on a monthly basis, unless applicable federal, state, and local law requires a faster accrual Paid sick time in accordance of the federal, state and local law Paid parental leave and tuition reimbursement after 6 months of continuous service Work visa sponsorship is not available for this position The typical hourly rate for this position ranges from $23.65 to $50.77 in Minnesota. The range displayed represents the pay range for all positions in the job grade which this position falls. Individual base pay will depend on a wide range of factors including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. If you're looking for an engaging career with growth opportunities in a supportive environment, you'll love a career at Daikin Applied! #J-18808-Ljbffr Daikin Applied Americas