Product Validation Engineer

At Danfoss, you'll play a critical role in shaping the future of energy-efficient technologies. As a Product Development Test Engineer, you'll be directly involved in bringing next-generation variable frequency drives (VFDs) to life;solutions that power industries, save energy, and reduce emissions across the globe.

This is more than a testing role,it's a hands-on engineering opportunity where your insights and precision help ensure safety, performance, and innovation in every product we release. You'll collaborate with experts across disciplines, influence design decisions, and help validate technologies that drive sustainability in motion and power control.

Join a global company that values curiosity, continuous learning, and engineering excellence. If you thrive in a lab environment and love solving practical challenges that matter, this role offers the chance to make a real-world impact every day.

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  Lead and perform hands-on testing of VFD systems-verifying electrical and mechanical performance, safety, and reliability for new and existing designs.

  
  
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  Partner with engineers and product teams to develop test plans and guide product compliance from concept to final release.

  
  
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  Mentor and support lab users, ensuring safe lab practices and high-quality, consistent test results.

  
  
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  Prepare detailed technical reports and clearly communicate findings to design teams to drive design improvements.

  
  
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  Operate and maintain lab equipment, from power analyzers and dynamometers to data loggers and thermal testing tools, while keeping the lab organized, professional, and inspection-ready.

  
  

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  Degree in Electrical, Electronic, or Mechanical Engineering (BSEE, BSEET, or BSME).

  
  
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  5+ years of engineering experience, ideally in a product development or testing environment.

  
  
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  Strong understanding of 3-phase power systems, electric motors, and VFD technology.

  
  
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  Hands-on experience using test and measurement tools (e.g., oscilloscopes, HiPot testers, thermocouples, power analyzers).

  
  
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  Confident interpreting electrical schematics and mechanical drawings.

  
  
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  Familiarity with UL/IEC standards for power drive systems (UL/IEC 61800 series) is a plus.

  
  
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  Excellent communication and technical documentation skills in English.

  
  
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  Bonus: Experience with tools like AutoCAD, OrCAD, and lifecycle databases such as Polarion or PLM.

  
  

This list does not promise or guarantee any particular benefit or specific action. They may depend on country or contract specifics and are subject to change at any time without prior notice The US base salary range for this full-time position is $110,000+ bonus + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

At Danfoss, we are engineering solutions that allow the world to use resources in smarter ways - driving the sustainable transformation of tomorrow. No transformation has ever been started without a group of passionate, dedicated and empowered people. We believe that innovation and great results are driven by the right mix of people with diverse backgrounds, personalities, skills, and perspectives, reflecting the world in which we do business. To make sure the mix of people works, we strive to create an inclusive work environment where people of all backgrounds are treated equally, respected, and valued for who they are. It is a strong priority within Danfoss to improve the health, working environment and safety of our employees.

Following our founder's mindset "action speaks louder than words", we set ourselves ambitious targets to protect the environment by embarking on a plan to become CO2 neutral latest by 2030.

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.