Project Engineer/Senior Project Engineer

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!

Description

This position is responsible for Engineering project management, with a focus on new product development, Advanced technology, customer, plant, and supplier support for the Transport Refrigeration Business. You will solve customer issues (performance, sound, vibration, quality) and lead development of products per customer needs. This includes developing/managing schedules, prioritizing tasks, leading meetings, conducting performance/reliability assessments and completing product releases. Projects will require working with cross-functional teams, presenting project status to management and interaction with customers and suppliers.

As a Project Engineer/Senior Project Engineer You Will

- Manage and coordinate efforts among cross functional teams to complete projects successfully

- Interface with customers regarding product derivative requests, and meet required schedules

- Lead technical discussions with key customers and internal team members.

- Drive technical schedules and develop contingency plans to deliver projects on time.

- Proficiently execute DFMEA to drive qualification plans.

- Ensure performance and reliability of products through analysis, testing and collaboration with other groups such as reliability, manufacturing, quality and supplier quality.

- Collaborate with design engineers to develop designs and release new and modified products.

- Lead structured problem-solving method to determine root cause and corrective actions to issues.

- Use Simulation tools and perform analytical calculations in areas of thermodynamics, heat transfer and machine design to aid development.

- Work as a team with lab technicians to setup and monitor testing.

Required Education, Experience & Skills

- Bachelors Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent plus a minimum of one year of relevant experience (will

consider co-op/internship experience)

- Must have excellent written and oral communication skills.

- Must have strong analytical and problem solving skills

- Must be able to travel: 5-10%

- Legal authorization to work in the United States - Sponsorship will not be provided for this role.

Preferred Education, Experience & Skills

- Two or more years of relevant experience

- Experience with compressors or other rotating equipment

- Proficient in the use of MiniTab or other statistical software

- Understanding of refrigeration, thermodynamics and HVAC systems

- Demonstrated knowledge and experience with problem solving methodologies (DMAIC or similar)

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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