Staff Engineer IV - Systems Engineering & Modular Architecture
About The Position
Daikin Applied is seeking a visionary and technically skilled Staff Engineer – Systems Engineering & Modular Design to lead and shape the development of scalable, robust, and high-performing product architectures. In this role, you will be responsible for defining and guiding systems-level thinking across the organization and establishing modular design strategies that enable product flexibility, cost efficiency, and faster time-to-market. This position requires deep technical expertise in systems engineering principles, system architecture, and modularization, along with the ability to influence cross-functional teams and drive complex product development initiatives from concept to launch. Come be a part of an exciting journey at Daikin Applied, where innovation and excellence drive our every endeavor!
Requirements
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Systems Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline
- 10+ years of experience in product development with significant focus on systems engineering and/or modular product architecture
- Proven experience leading system architecture for complex electromechanical or software-intensive products
- Strong understanding of systems engineering tools and standards (e.g., SysML, MBSE, requirements management tools)
- Deep knowledge of modular product design, interface management, and configuration control
- Excellent problem-solving, technical communication, and leadership skills
Nice To Haves
- INCOSE CSEP/ASEP certification or equivalent systems engineering credentials
- Experience with model-based systems engineering (MBSE) frameworks
- Experience in industries such as aerospace, automotive, medical devices, or industrial equipment
- Familiarity with PLM systems and design configuration management practices
Responsibilities
- Lead the end-to-end systems engineering process across the product lifecycle, from requirements definition through validation
- Define and manage system architecture, interfaces, and performance trade-offs
- Develop and maintain system-level documentation including functional decompositions, requirement matrices, and architecture models
- Facilitate systems integration and technical risk management across multi-disciplinary teams
- Champion modular design and platform strategies to maximize design reuse and reduce complexity
- Develop and maintain modular architectures and product platforms that support multiple variants and configurations
- Define interface standards, common subsystems, and key design rules to ensure compatibility across product lines
- Serve as the technical authority and advisor for cross-functional teams on systems and modular design topics
- Collaborate with product management, manufacturing, quality, and supply chain to ensure designs meet business, customer, and lifecycle needs
- Conduct architecture reviews and ensure engineering teams adhere to best practices in system and modular design
- Drive innovation in system design methodologies, tools, and processes
- Identify and implement improvements to increase efficiency, reliability, and maintainability of complex systems
- Mentor junior engineers and promote systems thinking across the organization
Benefits
- Multiple medical insurance plan options + dental and vision insurance
- 401K retirement plan with employer match
- Paid time off and company paid holidays
- Paid sick time in accordance with the federal, state and local law
- Tuition Reimbursement after 6 months of continuous service
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
