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Copeland Senior/Lead Design Engineer in Sidney, Ohio
Copeland is currently seeking a highly experienced and motivated Senior/Lead Design Engineer to join our Commercial/Residential Air Conditioning Group in Sidney, OH. As a Senior/Lead Design Engineer, you will play a crucial role in managing New Product Design (NPD) projects, leading project teams, mentoring team members, developing design concepts, creating 3D models and 2D drawings, as well as performing analysis to qualify designs. Additionally, you will contribute to the development of next-generation design technology, drive continuous improvement initiatives, and play a key role in building a world-leading design team. We are looking for a candidate with exceptional communication and collaboration skills, strong technical and analytical abilities, and the capacity to work both independently and as a team leader.
In this Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:
Manage and lead NPD projects, including clearly understanding market requirements, defining project scopes, forming project teams, managing project schedules, and ensuring delivery of industry-leading products.
Lead NPD teams to successfully complete assigned design projects.
Inspire teams to develop design concepts to meet competitive product design specifications.
Oversee the entire NPD design process in adherence to Copeland's design policies and standards, including the development of 3D models, creation of 2D drawings, material selection, and proposal of effective manufacturing and assembly procedures for competitive products.
Conduct or supervise analysis, simulation, and testing using advanced technologies such as Ansys, NX Simcenter, GT Suites, and rapid prototyping methods to validate designs.
Coordinate design activities and maintain efficient communication with all relevant stakeholders, including suppliers, Project Engineering, Procurement, Advanced Manufacturing, Scroll Machining, Reliability, Quality, and plant teams.
Support the development of next-generation design technologies.
Initiate, lead, and support Kaizen and other activities for continuous improvement.
Lead and support company worldwide design standardizations.
Lead design efforts in global collaboration with peer engineering facilities.
Who You Are:
You scan the environment for new technical skills, knowledge, or capabilities that can benefit the business or personal performance. You are decisive and make high-quality decisions, even when based on incomplete information in the face or uncertainty. You build constructive relationships with people both similar and different from yourself. You deal comfortably with the uncertainty of change.
Required Education:
Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or a related field
At least 5 years of experience in design engineering
Proficiency in CAD software (NX, Solidworks, Creo or others)
Strong knowledge of engineering principles, materials science, and manufacturing processes
Excellent communication and collaboration skills
Ability to work independently and as a team leader
Legal authorization to work in the United States - Sponsorship will not be provided for this role.
Preferred Qualifications that Set You Apart:
Master’s (or higher) degree in mechanical engineering or a related field
8 years of experience in design engineering
Knowledge and experience within HVAC Industry
Knowledge of industry regulations and standards
Our Offer to You:
Flexible Work Schedule – Remote Work Option and Core Hours
This role has the flexibility of a remote work option up to two days a week and a core hour schedule. You can choose to flex your start and stop times given you are working during the core hours of 9:00am - 3:00pm. Our teams work together to ensure our chosen work schedules enable our creativity and productivity as we serve the needs of our customers.
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), tuition reimbursement, and more. We provide employees with flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), 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 Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Copeland, we believe having a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment is critical to our success. We are committed to creating a culture where every employee feels welcomed, heard, respected, and valued for their experiences, ideas, perspectives and expertise. Ultimately, our diverse and inclusive culture is the key to driving industry-leading innovation, better serving our customers and making a positive impact in the communities where we live.
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 Equal Opportunity/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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About Copeland
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!
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