Lead Scroll Compressor Engineer – NPD & Global Collaboration

Copeland; Sidney (OH); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Copeland in Sidney, OH is seeking a Lead Project Engineer to drive fixed-speed residential scroll compressor development from prototyping through release, coordinating cross-functional teams and ensuring performance, reliability and compliance.

This first-shift, onsite role emphasizes technical leadership, mentoring engineers, managing schedules and communicating progress to customers while focusing on best-in-world efficiency and eco-friendly refrigerants.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering/Engineering Technology or equivalent.
• 7+ years’ experience with new product development through a systematic product release process
• Prior experience with compressors or other rotating machinery
• Legal authorization to work in the United States - Sponsorship will not be provided for this position

Responsibilities

• Lead fixed-speed residential scroll compressors from early prototyping through final product release, coordinating prototyping, testing, and validation activities.
• Provide technical leadership and independent engineering expertise to global cross-functional product development teams.
• Mentor and support less experienced engineers throughout the new product development process.
• Utilize DFMEA methodologies to identify technical risks, optimize product performance and drive qualification plans.
• Collaborate with design, advanced manufacturing, and other technical teams to resolve design challenges and ensure requirements are met.
• Develop and manage technical project timelines, milestones, and deliverables while ensuring compliance with standards and regulatory expectations.
• Present technical data and project updates to internal and external customers and support Lean integration in development processes

Skills

New product development

Project management

Leadership

Mentoring

Team collaboration

DFMEA

Technical communication

Education

BS in Mechanical Engineering/Engineering Technology

Job description

Copeland in Sidney, OH is seeking a Lead Project Engineer to drive fixed-speed residential scroll compressor development from prototyping through release, coordinating cross-functional teams and ensuring performance, reliability and compliance.

This first-shift, onsite role emphasizes technical leadership, mentoring engineers, managing schedules and communicating progress to customers while focusing on best-in-world efficiency and eco-friendly refrigerants.