Minimum Qualifications: • Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience in Engineering or a related field • Minimum 12-15 years of relevant NPI experience, with at least 5 years in each of two of the following: Manufacturing Operations, Product Development, or Quality • OR previous experience as a NPI/NPD Product Quality Assurance Engineer • Track record of successful project management, project team experience, bias for action and passion for excellence • Strong knowledge of product quality, process quality and design engineering, with hands-on experience leading and participating in DFMEA & PFMEA execution, industrial manufacturing processes, specifications, testing and inspections • Ability to travel to Daikin's key sites throughout the U.S & Mexico (up to 25%). Preferred Qualifications: • 10+ years of related NPI experience in multiple cross-functional roles • Relevant ASQ Certification(s), Six Sigma, DFSS, APQP, Total Quality Management (TQM), & Lean (or other reputable certification body) • Experience with HVAC, compressors, pumps, or fluid handling systems • Advanced knowledge of complex electro-mechanical assembly and/or welding processes.