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Copeland · 1 day ago

Senior/Lead Project Engineer

Sidney, OH

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

5+ years exp

Copeland is a global climate technologies company focused on sustainability. As a Senior/Lead Project Engineer, you will execute fast-paced projects and support the development of next generation oil-free centrifugal compressors, collaborating with a cross-functional team to drive innovation and improve efficiency.

CleanTechHeating Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC)Sustainability

No H1B

Responsibilities

Demonstrate strong project management ability in the execution of product development and test campaigns

Drive the conception, development, qualification, and launch of new product technologies aligned with key business objectives

Participate in global collaboration and coordination with technical colleagues for NPD initiatives

Collaborate with internal and external customers and cross-functional colleagues by communicating technical and project information

Lead and guide mechanical testing of newly designed bearings, seals, and rotors on component & product test rigs

Define and execute development and testing plans while coordinating resources to ensure timely execution

Champion Lean principles to streamline new product development cycles and accelerate product maturation

Generate technical specifications for rotordynamic design and testing of centrifugal compressors

Prepare and communicate project updates and technical findings to stakeholders

Qualification

Mechanical EngineeringProduct DevelopmentProject ManagementHVAC/R ApplicationsGD&TLean MethodologiesCross-Functional CollaborationCommunication SkillsTeamwork

Required

Bachelors of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering, or Engineering Mechanics with 5 years of relevant industry experience

Established product development track record and strong project management capabilities, from building program schedules to driving effective team decisions

Previous experience developing and integrating products for HVAC/R applications

Good understanding of GD&T

Ability to lead cross-functional problem-solving efforts using strong engineering knowledge and data-driven decision-making

Ability to work well with others in a team environment and onsite support

Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate with a variety of stakeholders

Preferred

Bachelors Degree in Mechanical Engineering with at least 7 years of relevant experience

Engineering experience with defining bearing applications, working with oil-free centrifugal compressors, designing, experimenting and validating of centrifugal compressor components

Troubleshooting of vibration / dynamic issues of rotors and supported by hydro-dynamic fluid film bearings such as foil bearings or spiral groove bearings

Familiarity oil-free centrifugal compressors and/or high speed motor control

HVAC systems awareness, ability to integrate compressor with power electronics and other system controls

Prior proven success in cross functional collaboration with internal and external stakeholders

Experience with Lean methodologies, Lean product development, and passion for continuous improvement