Senior Project Engineer - Centrifugal

Copeland•Sidney, OH

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This role is for a Senior Project Engineer specializing in Centrifugal technology at a global climate technologies company. The engineer will lead complex, time-sensitive projects focused on advancing oil-free centrifugal compression technology. Responsibilities include guiding the development, evaluation, and maturation of next-generation oil-free centrifugal compressors to improve efficiency, cost, manufacturability, and reliability. The position involves providing technical leadership and driving products from validated concepts through commercialization in partnership with global cross-functional teams within a collaborative engineering organization that values innovation, continuous improvement, and technical excellence.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering or Engineering Mechanics
Minimum 5–7 years of relevant engineering experience, preferably in rotating machinery, compressors, turbomachinery, or HVAC/R systems
Proven ability to lead complex engineering projects from concept validation through commercialization
Ability to lead cross-functional problem-solving efforts using strong engineering knowledge and data-driven decision-making.
Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively across multiple cross‑functional teams and global partners
Expertise in technical problem‑solving, root‑cause analysis, and structured engineering methodologies
Proficiency with GD&T and mechanical design fundamentals
Experience coordinating testing, validation, and product qualification activities
Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders at all organizational levels

Nice To Haves

8+ years of experience in compressor development, turbomachinery, or HVAC/R product engineering
Experience with compressor testing, performance mapping, and root‑cause analysis tools such as 8‑D
Prior success leading global product development programs
Familiarity with Lean methodologies, Lean product development, and continuous improvement practices
HVAC Systems Awareness, ability to integrate compressor with power electronics and other system controls

Responsibilities

Drive the development, qualification, and launch of new product technologies aligned with key business objectives, taking ownership from validated concepts through commercialization and production release
Champion Lean principles to streamline new product development cycles and accelerate product maturation.
Partner with global cross-functional teams (Advanced Technology, Design, Advanced Manufacturing, Marketing, Procurement, Quality, etc.) to align requirements, resolve issues, and ensure program success
Develop and execute comprehensive development, testing, and validation plans with a strong emphasis on risk mitigation, reliability growth, and performance optimization
Apply high degree of independent engineering knowledge to lead cross functional efforts in technical development and problem solving.
Apply engineering judgment to solve complex technical challenges involving aerodynamics, rotordynamics, materials, lubrication, and system integration
Lead design reviews, mentor junior engineers, and ensure adherence to engineering standards, quality requirements, and regulatory compliance
Support product launch activities, pilot builds, and post-launch improvements to drive continuous product maturity
Present technical findings, performance data, and project status updates to leadership, internal teams, and external customers
Influence decision-making across the organization through clear communication, data-driven recommendations, and cross-functional alignment
Serve as a technical resource and mentor capable of developing engineers to follow a disciplined, technical problem-solving process