Engineer/Sr. Engineer - Design (External)

Actively Reviewing the Applications

Danfoss

India, Tamil Nadu, Chennai Full-Time On-site

Posted 3 weeks ago • Apply by June 14, 2026

Job Description

The Impact You'll Make

The role supports and gradually leads product design and development activities, contributing to engineering changes and continuous improvement in product cost, reliability, and performance. It involves close collaboration with manufacturing and field teams while learning and adhering to design and quality processes. The ideal candidate has a strong foundation in mechanical design, hands-on experience with PTC Creo, and exposure to sheet metal and copper tube–based assemblies, along with a willingness to learn, innovate, and grow.

What You’ll Be Doing

Support engineering teams in design and development of new and existing products.
Lead and execute projects in line with the Product Development Process (PDP), including DFMEA, risk assessment, Design for manufacturing/service, CAD modelling, and drawing release.
Develop and evaluate design concepts, perform detailed design and engineering calculations.
Create and manage 3D models, assemblies, and technical documentation in Creo and Windchill.
Work with PDM/PLM systems integrated with SAP for documentation and change control.
Design components considering manufacturability, especially for sheet metal and copper tube fabrication (bending, punching, welding, forming).
Support prototype build, verification, and validation activities.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Manufacturing, Quality, Procurement, and Service.

What We're Looking For

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent) with 6+ years of experience in product development preferably in refrigeration domain.
Experience working in structured development processes (PDP, Stage-Gate, or similar) is a plus
Strong communicator with ability to work in cross-functional and global teams
Pro E Creo – Proficient, Windchill PDM – Proficient, SAP Application (Documentation/Change control) – Proficient, PLM – Basic, AutoCAD – Basic

Ready to Make a Difference?

If this role excites you, we’d love to hear from you! Apply now to start the conversation and learn more about where your career can go with us.

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 39.360 people, serving customers in more than 100 countries through a global footprint of 95 factories.