Product Engineer Technology Development

Copeland; Pune District; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Copeland in Pune, India seeks a thermal engineering specialist to lead development and validation of GT-SUITE models for refrigeration and HVACR applications. The role involves cross-functional collaboration and hands-on modelling, with a focus on thermodynamics and heat transfer.

The candidate should have 2–5 years of experience in technology development, DOE-driven experiments, and strong analytical skills. Excellent communication is expected, with proficiency in English.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Thermal Engineering / Heat Power.
• 2–5 years of experience in technology development or compressor technology.
• Hands-on experience from concept to validation of innovative engineering solutions.
• Strong thermodynamics, heat transfer, fluid mechanics and mechanical design basics.
• Proficiency with GT-SUITE for 1D system and performance analysis.
• Experience with Python, MATLAB, Mathcad or Excel VBA for modeling.
• Familiarity with DOE, DFMEA, VAVE and data analysis.
• Excellent communication and teamwork, English proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Independently own projects from start to end.
• Develop and validate analytical, mathematical, and GT-SUITE models.
• Meet project expectations and deliver engineering proposals.
• Perform thermal, machine design and fluid mechanics calculations.
• Check design components for functionality and manufacturability.
• Collaborate with teams on modelling, technology development and problem solving.
• Lead design reviews with the Business Unit.
• Coordinate labs for proto builds and performance testing.
• Analyze tests, validate results and resolve issues.
• Manage projects with planning, scheduling and risk management.
• Drive process improvements to increase quality and speed.
• Foster innovation and engineering best practices.

Skills

Thermal engineering

GT-SUITE

Python

MATLAB

Mathcad

Excel VBA

DOE

DFMEA

VAVE

Thermodynamics

Heat transfer

Fluid mechanics

Mechanical design

Engineering calculations

Education

Master’s Degree in Thermal Engineering / Heat Power

Tools

GT-SUITE

Mathcad

Python

MATLAB

Excel VBA

Job description

Pune, India

Full time

JR117611

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!

Requirement:

Master’s Degree in Thermal Engineering / Heat Power

2 to 5 years of experience in technology development, advanced product development, compressor technology or rotating machinery applied to Refrigeration, Air Conditioning or any other applications.

Hands-on experience in concept development, technology maturation, and development of innovative engineering solutions from concept to validation.

Strong foundation in thermodynamics, heat transfer, fluid mechanics, structural mechanics, and mechanical design principles.

Very keen on Creativity and Innovation and self-motivated to drive innovation.

Proficient in applying the technical understanding and design principles to the product design and should be able to correlate with actual product testing.

Hands-on experience with GT-SUITE for 1D system and performance analysis.

Ability to develop, calibrate, validate, and troubleshoot models for thermodynamic, fluid flow, heat transfer, and mechanical systems.

Experience in applying analytical and data-driven approaches to support engineering decisions and technology development.

Knowledge of HVAC&R systems, compressors, refrigeration cycles, engines, or other thermal-fluid systems.

Understanding of model calibration, sensitivity analysis, and design optimization techniques.

Familiarity with Design of Experiments (DOE) and data analysis methods.

Ability to interpret analytical results and provide engineering recommendations.

Proficiency in engineering calculations and system-level performance evaluation.

Experience in using tools and programming languages such as Python, MATLAB, Mathcad, Excel VBA, or equivalent automation and analytical tools is preferred.

Good understanding of engineering fundamentals including thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and heat transfer.

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Proficiency in Engineering tools like DFMEA, VAVE, DOE is Must.

Project Management skills required to handle multiple projects simultaneously and to coordinate with cross functional teams to meet requirements of NPD & Improvement projects.

Experience in manufacturing process & ability to corelate manufacturing requirements with design is must.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; Well conversant with presentation through MS tools and experience of presentation.

Excellent command over English language both written and verbal.

High on Problem Solving & Decision Making.

Positive Attitude & Team Player.

Creative & Affinity to learn new things.

Self-motivated, innovative, and passionate about developing next-generation technologies and engineering solutions.

Added Advantages:

• Statistical Data analysis and Predictive modelling
• Proficiency in Mathcad or MATLAB, Python
• Knowledge of casting, Sheet metal and manufacturing processes
• Knowledge of Reliability Engineering
• Experience in model-based engineering and digital engineering methodologies.

Key Responsibilities

Independently handle the projects from start to end with complete project ownership.

Develop and validate analytical, mathematical, and GT-SUITE models.

Responsible to meet the project expectations,

• Provide engineering proposals
• Perform Design calculations (thermal, machine design & fluid mechanics) Independently
• Verify functionality/correctness/manufacturability for new design component and product Design

Work with various engineering teams to execute the projects in the areas of mathematical modelling, Technology development, Advance Problem solving.

Conduct Design Reviews and present the work to Business Unit.

Coordinate with labs for proto build and performance testing.

Perform validation, test report analysis, and resolve performance issues.

Work seamlessly with cross functional teams to successfully complete the projects.

Responsible for project management of the projects - Project planning, scheduling, risk management to ensure that the projects are delivered on time with expected key performance indicators.

Contributing to developing new processes and helping to improve current process to create value and Increase quality & speed of delivery.

Contribute to innovation, process improvement, and engineering best practices.

KPIs:

• On time delivery
• Model Validation and Correlation Accuracy
• Technology Readiness Advancement
• Technical Reporting
• Design Effectiveness
• Quality & Consistency
• Innovation and Process Improvement
• Communication and Collaboration
• Optimization & Problem Resolution Effectiveness.

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. 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 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.

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.

With $5B of global revenue, Copeland is a leading provider of compression products, electronics, software, and solutions across many applications within Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration (HVACR), where macro and regulatory trends towards environmental sustainability, leads to changes in HVACR technology. Other products include other heating applications, food service and retail, transportation, and healthcare/life sciences. This new business also has a solution portfolio that manages, monitors, and controls refrigeration units in the commercial setting, as well as software solutions that measure and monitor temperature conditions of refrigerated goods in transit, where there is a greater emphasis on energy management/sustainability solutions globally.