Project Engineer

Tribonet; Sidney, Northern (OH, KY); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental & vision plan

401(k)

Tuition reimbursement

Paid parental leave

Paid time off

Job summary

Copeland, part of Emerson, is seeking a Project Engineer in Sidney, OH to support new product development of HVAC products including fixed speed and variable speed compressors. You will guide cross-functional teams from concept through production, applying analytical methods and engineering tools.

Ideal candidates hold a Mechanical Engineering degree, strong problem-solving and communication skills, and willingness to travel up to 20%.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering Technology.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering direction and manage projects into production.
• Support internal/external customers and cross-functional teams.
• Develop and master engineering tools and design calculators.
• Analyze value vs. cost of compression technologies.
• Apply engineering knowledge to cross-functional technical development.
• Plan development and testing with risk mitigation.
• Apply Lean principles to New Product Development.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology

Tools

NX/SolidWorks

ANSYS

Minitab

Job description

An educational platform on tribology — the science of friction, wear and lubrication

Who is it for

Engineers, researchers, students and industry professionals

If you are an Engineering professional looking for the next step in your career, our Sidney, OH location has an opportunity for you! As a Project Engineer, you will support new product development of HVAC products including, but not limited to, fixed speed, variable speed, and multi-capacity refrigerant compressors. You will be responsible for the evaluation, maturation, and development of new design technologies to improve efficiency, reduce cost, improve reliability, and enable incremental value for customer applications. In addition to this, you will provide engineering direction and execution of projects into full production while working in a cross-functional team-orientated environment with local and global colleagues.

As a Project Engineer, You Will:

• Provide critical thinking and an inquisitive mindset to global development teams to advance technology development.
• Support internal/external customers and global cross-functional colleagues by communicating technical and project milestones and updates.
• Develop mastery of existing calculators and engineering tools as well as facilitate the creation of new designs and analysis tools as needed/appropriate.
• Analyze and quantify value vs. applied cost of compression technologies for system development.
• Apply a high degree of independent engineering knowledge to cross-functional efforts in technical development and problem-solving.
• Conceive and execute development and testing plans based on a mindset towards risk mitigation, and coordinate with appropriate resources for timely execution.
• Apply and support the incorporation of Lean principles and techniques into the New Product Development process

Who You Are:

You build and deliver solutions that meet customer expectations. You create teamwork allowing others across the organization to achieve shared objectives. You persist in accomplishing objectives despite obstacles and setbacks. You learn quickly when facing new situations. You drill down to root causes to gather relevant information. You ask the right questions to accurately analyze situations.

Required Education, Experience & Skills:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent presentation, written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Proficient in the use of various office computer programs such as Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Proficient in the use of various engineering computer programs such as NX/SolidWorks, ANSYS, and Minitab.
• Proven ability to manage and prioritize multiple assignments with multiple disciplines.
• Ability to travel up to 20% of the time.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States, unrestricted for an unlimited period of time – Sponsorship will not be provided for this role.

Preferred Education, Experience & Skills:

• Two (2) years of relevant work experience, including co-op terms, in the development of electrically driven rotating equipment or similar fields.
• Proficient in the engineering principles in the areas of fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, mechanics, materials, statics, dynamics, machine design, and/or tribology.
• Experience working with and/or implementing lean techniques into the product development process
• Ability to communicate with technical, manufacturing, and business leaders at all levels.
• Knowledge of thermodynamics, vapor compression cycle & heat transfer knowledge/experience applied to Air Conditioning & Heat Pump systems.

Flexible Work Schedule – Remote Work Option and Core Hours

This role has the flexibility of a remote work option up to one day a week and a core hour schedule. You can choose to flex your start and stop times given you are working during the core hours of 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM. Our teams work together to ensure our chosen work schedules enable our creativity and productivity as we serve the needs of our customers.

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

Our 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 our HVACR Americas business unit. Through our many years of compressor expertise, our products help bring comfort and convenience to refrigeration, commercial, industrial, and residential spaces. 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. Learn more about us!

About Us

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.

Flexible and competitive benefits plans offer the right options to meet your individual/family needs: medical insurance plans, dental and vision coverage, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, and more. 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 Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Copeland, we believe having a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment is critical to our success. We are committed to creating a culture where every employee feels welcomed, heard, respected, and valued for their experiences, ideas, perspectives and expertise. Ultimately, our diverse and inclusive culture is the key to driving industry-leading innovation, better serving our customers and making a positive impact in the communities where we live.

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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About Copeland

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.

Every day, our global workforce fulfills our unified purpose and lives out the values we hold close as an organization: Integrity, Safety and Quality, Support Our People, Customer Focus, Continuous Improvement, Collaboration, and Innovation.

Our causes – Planet, Humanity, Champion, Inclusion, and Future – shape, define, and fuel Copeland’s culture while inspiring our innovative spirit and driving our focus.

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!