Our Company

Daikin has a solid history and reputation in holding its number 1 position in the global market for air conditioning.  The foundation of its success and continued growth is truly in our people, who strive and are encouraged to do remarkable things, including thinking differently and being open to new possibilities.

At Daikin Australia, we live and breathe our core values of Absolute Credibility, Enterprise Management and Building Harmonious Personal Relationships. We prioritise fostering positive relationships with clients, colleagues and stakeholders to create a collaborative and supportive work environment for all.

Looking ahead, we anticipate the global demand for air conditioning will grow exponentially. Our vision at Daikin after reaching our 100th anniversary globally, is to continue our commitment to environmental awareness and commit to advancing technology to promote sustainable practices.

About the Role

Join our Research & Development team as a Research & Technology Engineer, reporting to the Research & Technology Manager. The purpose of this role is to promote technology innovation and early deployment of new technology into Daikin products, and to explore DAS residential solution opportunities.

Key Responsibilities include:

New Technology and Solution Development:

• Conducting air conditioner stable and dynamic      simulation, control logic optimization, and zone controller system      integration, actively simulating refrigerant side, air side, and      electrical side components.

• Developing simulation methods/tools for product      development Proof of Concept (PoC) study and control logic verification.

• Building load forecast and energy usage strategy      simulation and verification, including building energy modelling and      global optimization strategy based on data acquisition and integration      with other appliances.

• Verifying and improving simulation accuracy,      reducing NPD testing time/iterations, and automating testing result      analysis.

• Performing data analysis, failure prediction,      comfort analysis, and customer claim analysis based on data and      simulation.

Product Development Support:

• Teaching and leading simulation tasks across      product development teams and supporting technical decision-making with      simulation verification.

• Applying engineering knowledge and experience to      improve the process to design air conditioner systems and supporting the      digitisation of the new product development process.

• Contributing to internal best practices and      workflow methodologies to improve accuracy, reduce errors, and enhance      knowledge transfer.

• Seeds development and simulation verification for      new product ideas.

About You

We're looking for a highly skilled and motivated individual with:

Mandatory Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree or above in heat transfer, air      conditioning, or similar.

• 2+ years of relevant industry experience or fluid      dynamics or thermal engineering–based post-graduate studies.

• Full working rights in Australia (permanent      resident or citizenship).

Key Technical Competencies:

• Good understanding of air conditioning components designs      and selection.

• Experience with CFD (e.g., Star-CCM+, fluent, or      similar).

• Experience with 3D modelling tools (e.g.,      Solidworks, ProE, NX, or similar).

• Experience with air conditioning simulation      platforms (e.g., Dymola, Matlab/Simulink, Modelica, or similar).

• Experience with programming languages such as C,      C#, VBA, or Python.

Preferable Technical Competencies:

• Understanding of wind tunnel testing, air      conditioner performance testing, and/or real-world measurements.

• Understanding of electrical system or control      diagrams.

• Understanding of Australia Standards such as      MEPS/NCC, and building rating systems.

Behavioural Competencies:

• Self-driven & Enthusiastic: Eager to learn and      passionate about solving technical challenges.

• Innovative: A diversified thinker who is keen to      contribute to R&D and new technology.

• Attention to detail: Excellent analytical and      problem-solving skills and attention to detail, ensuring accuracy in all      tasks.

• Adaptable: Comfortable in a fast-paced,      high-performance setting, willing to adapt to new tools and methodologies      as needed.

• Strong communication skills, particularly good      communication with non-technical peers.

• Good team player: Thrives in a collaborative and      supportive environment.

Why join us?

• Collaborative work environment fostering      a positive team culture.

• Competitive Salary + Superannuation +      Performance bonus

• Provided with on-the-job training for      continuous career growth opportunities

• Discounted Bupa Health Fund

• Flare Benefit – Discounted gift card,      novated lease, discounted health/car/home loan

• Be part of a global number 1 company in      HVAC

• Be part of a dynamic team that values      innovation, collaboration and personal growth.

• Free parking on site

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Daikin Australia is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Ready to Apply?

If you're a self-motivated individual who can manage your own workload, escalate issues when need, and contribute to a productive team environment, we want to hear from you. This is an excellent opportunity to gain valuable experience and become a vital part of our team.

Apply today to join a company that values its employees and offers a great work environment!