Manager Technology and Simulation

Copeland India Private Ltd.; Pune District; On-site; INR 400,000 - 700,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible benefits plans

Paid parental leave

Vacation and holiday leave

Job summary

Copeland India Private Ltd. in Pune seeks a Manager – Advanced Technology to lead the Residential Engineering Compressor Technology team, driving deep-technology initiatives from concept to implementation.

You will collaborate with global cross-functional teams to identify, evaluate, and develop emerging technologies that support future product and business needs. This highly technical leadership role requires a passion for engineering excellence, mentoring engineers, and delivering innovative,

Qualifications

• 15–20 years of progressive experience in rotating machinery, compressor technology, or advanced product development.
• Proven track record leading deep-tech engineering teams from concept to commercialization.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and data-driven decision-making abilities.

Responsibilities

• Translate project goals into priorities, deliverables and actionable plans to ensure on-time, high-quality results.
• Lead and manage a team of engineers, setting clear expectations and driving accountability.
• Develop team capability through coaching and targeted skill development.
• Establish and improve engineering processes, tools, governance and best practices.
• Track progress against milestones, identify risks and drive timely resolutions.
• Provide technical guidance to mature advanced compressor and HVACR technologies.
• Drive technology development via learning cycles, testing and validation.
• Collaborate with Product Engineering, Advanced Manufacturing and other teams to deliver manufacturable solutions.
• Foster inclusion and high-performance culture to motivate achievement.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Mentoring

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Master’s Degree in Thermal Engineering or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAE

CFD

FEA

Optimization methods

Model-based engineering

Job description

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 bring comfort to people globally.

Role Overview

As the Manager – Advanced Technology, you will lead the Residential Engineering Compressor Technology team, cultivating an inclusive and high‑performing environment that encourages innovation, professional growth, critical thinking, and shared leadership. This highly technical leadership role requires a strong passion for deep technology and engineering excellence. You will collaborate closely with global cross‑functional teams to identify, evaluate, and develop emerging technologies that support future product and business needs, driving technologies from concept through implementation.

Responsibilities

• Drive execution of engineering and technology objectives by translating project goals into clear priorities, deliverables, and actionable plans that ensure on‑time, high‑quality results.
• Lead and manage a team of engineers, establishing clear expectations, promoting accountability, and ensuring effective execution against business and project commitments.
• Develop team capability through coaching, mentoring, and targeted skill development, enabling engineers to grow their technical expertise and deliver increasingly complex solutions.
• Establish and continuously improve engineering processes, tools, and best practices to enhance productivity, quality, consistency, and execution efficiency.
• Track and communicate progress against project milestones, technical objectives, and team goals, proactively identifying risks and driving timely resolution of issues.
• Provide technical guidance to support the development and maturation of advanced compressor and HVACR technologies, helping teams solve complex engineering challenges.
• Drive technology development activities through structured learning cycles, testing, and validation, ensuring sound technical decisions and data‑driven outcomes.
• Collaborate closely with Product Engineering, Advanced Manufacturing, Technical Services, and other cross‑functional teams to deliver innovative and manufacturable solutions that meet customer and business needs.
• Promote employee engagement and team effectiveness by creating an inclusive, collaborative, and high‑performance work environment where individuals are motivated to achieve results.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Thermal Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field, with 15–20 years of progressive experience in rotating machinery, compressor technology, or advanced product development.
• Demonstrated technical depth in thermodynamics, fluid dynamics, heat transfer, structural mechanics, design methodologies, and model‑based engineering, with the ability to drive engineering decisions using analytical, simulation, and data‑driven approaches.
• Proven track record of leading deep‑tech engineering teams in the development of innovative technologies, products, platforms, or engineering solutions from concept through commercialization.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and systems‑thinking capabilities, with experience applying advanced engineering tools such as CAE, CFD, FEA, optimization methods, digital engineering, and model‑based product development.
• Ability to establish and continuously improve engineering processes, design standards, technical governance, and knowledge management practices to ensure consistency, quality, scalability, and long‑term organizational success.
• Demonstrated success in building technical capability through coaching, mentoring, and development of engineering talent, while fostering a culture of innovation, accountability, learning, and technical excellence.
• Experience leading technology roadmaps, technical risk management, and strategic engineering initiatives aligned with business objectives and future product needs.

Onsite Work Arrangement

This role is based onsite, with remote work considered on an ad hoc basis.

Benefits

Flexible and competitive benefits plans offer the right options to meet individual and family needs. Employees receive flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.

Commitment to Inclusion & Belonging

Copeland cultivates a strong sense of inclusion and belonging, welcoming individuals from all backgrounds. We provide a workplace free of discrimination and harassment, investing in the development of our people from onboarding through senior leadership.

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.