Lead Project Engineer

Copeland•Sidney, OH

6d•Hybrid

About The Position

We are a global climate technologies company engineered for sustainability. We create sustainable and efficient residential, commercial and industrial spaces through HVACR technologies. We protect temperature-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 an engineering professional looking for an opportunity to grow, Copeland has an opportunity for you! Based in our Sidney, 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.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

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