Lead Project Engineer

About Us

We are a global climate technologies company engineered for sustainability. We create sustainable and efficient residential,commercial and industrial spaces through HVACR technologies. We protecttemperature-sensitive goods throughout the cold chain. And we bring comfort to people globally. Best-in-class engineering, design and manufacturing combined with category-leading brands in compression, controls,software and monitoring solutions result in next-generation climate technology that is built for the needs of the world ahead.  

Whether you are a professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring your first opportunity, or recent graduate with an advanced degree, we have opportunities that will allow you to innovate, be challenged and make an impact. Join our team and start your journey today! 

If you are anengineering professional looking for an opportunity to grow, Copeland has an opportunity for you! Based in ourSidney, OH location, you will implement fast-paced, time-sensitive scroll compressor development projects for Residential Air Conditioning products. This role is for someone with a passion for new product engineering and development, along with teamwork, project management, customer communication, and problem-solving skills. You will lead the evaluation, maturation, and development of scroll compression technologies focused on best-in-world efficiency and optimized for a new generation of environmentally friendly refrigerants.

AS A LEAD PROJECT ENGINEER, YOU WILL:

• Lead the development of fixed speed residential scroll compressors from early prototyping through final product release, coordinating prototyping, testing, and validation activities

• Provide technical leadership, critical thinking, and independent engineering expertise to global, cross-functional product development teams

• Mentor and support less experienced engineers throughout the new product development process

• Utilize company analytical tools and DFMEA methodologies to identify technical risks, optimize product performance, reliability, and drive qualification plans

• Collaborate with design, advanced manufacturing, and other technical teams to resolve design challenges and ensure product requirements are met

• Develop and manage technical project timelines, milestones, and deliverables while ensuring compliance with engineering standards, quality requirements, and regulatory expectations

• Present technical data and project updates to internal and external customers, communicate effectively across all organizational levels, and support the integration of Lean principles into the new product development process

SCHEDULE:

This is a first-shift, onsite position with a flexible start time. While this department primarily work onsite, occasional work-from-home days may be available when needed and aligned with business requirements.

REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering/Engineering Technology or equivalent. 

• 7+ years’ experience with new product development through a systematic product release process 

• Prior experience with compressors or other rotating machinery

• Legal authorization to work in the United States - Sponsorship will not be provided for this position

PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, & SKILLS:

• Ability to set plans and understand results to drive engineering decisions

• Ability to lead and mentor less experienced engineers

• Ability and desire to solve technical problems using structured problem-solving methods

• Experience with scroll compressor design and development

• Strong understanding of thermodynamics, heat transfer, and HVAC principals

• Works effectively in a collaborative team environment.

• Excellent verbal and written communications skills.

• Excellent project management and organizational skills 

Why Work in the Greater Miami Valley Area 

Our facility is located inSidney, OH, convenientlylocated within driving distance to several larger cities, such asDayton,Troy, andColumbus. The area’sgenerally low costs of living, excellent schoolsystems,  and low crime rates create a family-friendly environment. The area is home to several growing communities with restaurants, festivals, shopping, and arts scenes that make them exciting places to live and work. 

AboutOur Location 

Our newly renovated Sidney campus has1M square feet of manufacturing floor with anadditional 120k square feet of leading-edge lab facilities. This location is the headquarters for our HVACR Americas business unit. Through our many years of compressorexpertise, our products help bring comfort and convenience torefrigeration,commercial, industrial, and residential spaces. Approximately 1600 employees work in Sidney, who all support a multitude of business functions. With the blend of businesses and functions represented underthis one roof, there are many opportunities for advancement within the Sidney location.Learn more about us!

Our Commitment to Our People 

Across the globe, we are united by a singular Purpose: Sustainability is no small ambition.That’s why everything we do is geared toward a sustainable future—for our generation and all those to come. Through groundbreaking innovations, HVACR technology and cold chain solutions, we are reducing carbon emissions and improving energy efficiency in spaces of all sizes, from residential to commercial to industrial. 

Our employees are our greatest strength. We believe that our culture of passion, openness, and collaboration empowers us to work toward the same goal - to make the world a better place. We invest in the end-to-end development of our people, beginning at onboarding and through senior leadership, so they can thrive personally and professionally. 

Flexible and competitive benefits plans offer the right options to meet your individual/family needs: medical insurance plans, dental and vision coverage, 401(k) and more. We provide employees with flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave, vacation and holiday leave.  

Together, we have the opportunity – and the power – to continue to revolutionize the technology behind air conditioning,heating and refrigeration, and cultivate a better future. Learn more about us and how you can join our team! 

Our Commitment to Inclusion & Belonging

At Copeland, we cultivate a strong sense of inclusion and belonging where individuals of all backgrounds, and with diverse perspectives, are embraced and treated fairly to enable a stronger workforce.  Our employee resource groups play an important role in culture and community building at Copeland.

Work Authorization 

Copeland will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1 with OPT or CPT, H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire. 

Equal Opportunity Employer 

Copeland is an EqualOpportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment. 

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