Automation Manager - Advanced Manufacturing Technologies (AMT)

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 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!

Are you an AUTOMATION ENGINEERING PROFESSINONAL looking for an opportunity to grow and drive next-generation manufacturing technology and process solutions. Our Sidney, OH location has an opening for you as an

Automation Manager of Advanced Manufacturing Technologies (AMT)

. You will lead robotics and controls engineering teams responsible for researching, developing, designing, and implementing automated manufacturing systems. This role builds the long-term strategy for lights-out manufacturing and drives the research and development of new automated manufacturing technology trends and appropriately integrates the validated technology solutions into our manufacturing facilities of machined components. You’ll define the roadmap, lead the team, and deploy automation that fundamentally changes how we manufacture at scale. This role blends technical depth, people leadership, and cross-functional execution to enable next-generation manufacturing capabilities.

As An AMT Automation Manager, You Will Leadership & Strategy

- Build, lead, and scale a high-performance robotics and controls engineering team

- Set clear expectations, technical standards, and execution discipline

- Develop talented engineers into technical owners and future leaders

- Foster a culture of innovation, ownership, safety, and continuous improvement

- Establish long-term automation strategies and build actions plans to mature and deliver the next-generation manufacturing capabilities.

- Partner with advanced manufacturing engineering product, design, quality, IT, and operations teams to align automation strategy with business goals

Automation & Controls Engineering

- Set standards for controls architecture, robotics integration, safety, and system scalability

- Evaluate, select, and partner with automation vendors, integrators, and technology providers

- Champion continuous improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma, etc.)

Project Management

- Manage multiple capital automation projects from concept through implementation

- Develop project requirements, schedules, budgets, and risk mitigation plans

- Coordinate internal teams and external system integrators

- Ensure projects meet safety, quality, cost, and timeline objectives

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Mechatronics, Robotics, or related field)

- 7+ years of experience in manufacturing automation, robotics, or controls engineering - 2+ years of people or technical leadership experience

- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate with diverse work groups to facilitate knowledge sharing.

- Strong experience with industrial robotics (Fanuc) and control systems for machine tending and material handling

- Knowledge of PLC/HMI programming (Rockwell Compact Logix and PanelView platforms or equivalent)

- Knowledge of industrial safety standards (ISO, RIA, NFPA 79, IEC, CE)

- Ability to make data-driven decisions.

- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet project deadlines.

- Ability to travel up to 5-10%.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

- Master’s degree in engineering or related technical discipline

- 10+ years of experience in advanced or high-volume manufacturing environments

- Experience leading multi-disciplinary teams (controls, robotics, vision, electrical, mechanical)

- Capital project management experience ($1M+ automation projects)

- Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or PMP certification

- Experience working with external OEMs and system integrators globally

- Expertise in in-process gaging or closed-loop machining control

- Experience with SCADA, MES, or Industry 4.0 / IIoT solutions

- Experience with Autonomous Mobile Robots (MIR or equivalent)

- Experience with Machine Vision systems for inspection or robot guidance

Onsite Work Arrangement

This role is based fully onsite, and not eligible for hybrid or remote work opportunities.

Why Work in the Greater Miami Valley Area

Our facility is located in Sidney, OH, conveniently located within driving distance to several larger cities, such as Dayton, Troy, and Columbus. The area’s generally low costs of living, excellent school systems, 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

About Our Location

The newly renovated Sidney campus has 1M square feet of manufacturing floor with an additional 120k square feet of leading-edge lab facilities. This location is the headquarters for the HVACR Americas business unit. Through our 30 years of scroll compressor expertise, our products help bring comfort and convenience to 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 under this one roof, there are many opportunities for advancement within the Sidney location.

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 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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