Product Engineer - DX

As Daikin Middle East & Africa (DAME (G)) we offer you the chance to broaden your experience internally or internationally. All our vacancies are open for internal candidates. We believe a job rotation is an excellent way to further develop your skills & knowledge. After applying you will be contacted by our HR and recruitment team.

About the Role

The Product Engineer – DX role is responsible for managing the end-to-end product lifecycle for assigned product lines, from market study and specification development through product launch and post-launch support. The role works closely with R&D, Sales, After Sales, Certification, Marketing, and Factory teams to ensure products meet market requirements, regulatory standards, and commercial objectives.

How You Will Make an Impact

Product Development

• Initiate new product development requests by collecting market intelligence, competitive analysis, sales input, potential volumes, pricing benchmarks, and technical specifications.
• Manage product lifecycle from concept to launch, including feature prioritization, user research, and after-sales feedback.
• Conduct detailed technical and market comparison studies against competitors and propose optimized product specifications.
• Coordinate with Sales and After Sales teams to collect LCQM and field feedback and report findings to management.
• Review and align technical proposals received from R&D with market requirements and negotiate specifications where required.
• Finalize product specifications and features with regional sales teams prior to development approval.
• Propose FOB target prices aligned with product features, capacities, and competitive market positioning.
• Finalize PPS documentation with R&D to formally initiate product development with factories.
• Conduct regular follow-ups with R&D teams and provide structured progress updates to management.
• Support R&D by arranging competitor samples for teardown and benchmarking analysis when required.
• Coordinate with Certification teams on performance, functional, EMC, CB testing, and labeling requirements in line with regional regulations.

Product Support

• Provide technical support to Sales teams and coordinate with factories to ensure timely responses to product-related queries.
• Maintain a centralized database of technical queries and manage the assigned product portfolio for the sales region.
• Monitor and manage product lifecycle transitions and communicate timelines to Sales and Service teams.
• Ensure product compliance with regional regulations and government requirements in coordination with Certification teams.
• Manage product end-of-life activities due to regulatory changes, ensuring stock liquidation within defined timelines.
• Update and maintain selection software to support Sales and Application teams with new product ranges.

Product Launch

• Prepare preliminary product catalogues based on initial specifications and data to support early spec-in activities.
• Develop final sales catalogues including capacity tables, electrical data, features, dimensions, and technical specifications.
• Coordinate product code creation, material master setup, and pricing uploads in SAP and CRM systems.
• Prepare product presentations and deliver training sessions to Sales, Application teams, and distributors.
• Ensure availability of Databooks, IOMs, Service Manuals, and Spare Parts lists in coordination with R&D prior to market launch.
• Coordinate with Certification teams to ensure all approvals and certifications are completed before product importation.

What You Need to Succeed

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or related discipline).
• Minimum 5 years of experience in product engineering, product management, or a related role.
• Strong understanding of HVAC or related technical products, market dynamics, and regulatory standards.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong analytical and market research capabilities.
• Ability to manage cross-functional stakeholders and factory coordination.
• Good understanding of product lifecycle management and pricing strategies.
• Strong communication, presentation, and documentation skills.
• Proficiency in MS Excel, PowerPoint, and ERP systems such as SAP.
• Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities in a structured environment.

Good climate starts with people 
Our employees are the beating heart of our company. At Daikin, you get to work in a positive environment backed by trust, creativity and continuous improvement. Together, we create our top-quality solutions by empowering talented teams. You will get plenty of opportunities to learn and grow. We are deeply committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace culture that reflects the communities we serve. Good climate starts with people.