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
Copeland (formerly Emerson) is currently seeking a highly experienced and motivated Senior Design Engineer to join our Commercial/Residential Air Conditioning Group in Sidney, OH. As a Senior 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.
As the Senior Design Engineer, you will:
- 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 CFD analyses to evaluate thermal management, airflow, pressure drops, and fluid behavior
- 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
Required education, experiences & skills:
- Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or a related field
- At least 5 years of experience in design engineering
- At least 3 years of experience performing FEA and CFD analyses on mechanical systems
- Proficiency in CAD software (NX, Solidworks, Creo or others)
- Strong experience with CFD tools (e.g., ANSYS Fluent, STAR-CCM+, SimScale)
- Strong knowledge of engineering principles, materials science, and manufacturing processes
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills
- Ability to work independently and as a team leader
Preferred education, experiences & skills:
- Master’s degree in mechanical engineering or a related field
- 8 years of experience in design engineering
- Solid understanding of mechanical systems, materials, heat transfer, and fluid dynamics
- Knowledge and experience within HVAC Industry
- Knowledge of industry regulations and standards
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 air conditioning and cold chain businesses. Through our 30 years of scroll compressor expertise, our air conditioning related products help bring comfort and convenience in commercial, industrial and residential spaces. The cold chain business helps ensure that food safely and efficiently travels from farm to fork. 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
Collaboration First Hybrid Work Arrangements:
This role is hybrid eligible with the requirement to be in office at least three days per week. Colleagues are expected to demonstrate a collaboration first mindset, which is the understanding that teams will work together in-person and colleagues should be flexible to adjust their hybrid days based on business needs. You will have an opportunity to work with your team and leader to determine when you should be in office to drive meaningful connections and to best serve our customers.
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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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What We Do
We are a global climate technologies company engineered for sustainability. Today, we are building on our 100-year legacy through industry-leading innovation, putting Copeland at the forefront of positive change. We create sustainable residential, commercial and industrial spaces through HVACR technologies. We maintain the integrity of goods throughout the cold chain. And we bring comfort to people globally.
