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!
Based in our Sidney Ohio location the Senior/Lead Manufacturing Design Engineer will work inside the corporate advanced manufacturing engineering (AME) department designing and delivering solutions that optimize cost capital investment and system performance utilizing computer aided design (CAD) and simulation applications. Through creativity and applying a strong mechanical aptitude the candidate will generate and propose initial design concepts in a collaborative cross functional addition this individual will create detailed designs coordinate with product engineering on new model releases work with outside integrators and contribute to the enhancement of manufacturing design standards. The Senior/Lead Manufacturing Design Engineer will research and monitor manufacturing industry trends and digital technologies to implement best in class solutions for our global manufacturing facilities.
As a Senior/Lead Advanced Manufacturing Design Engineer You Will:
- Create concepts for new manufacturing processes generate conceptual assembly line & plant floor layouts.
- Collaborate with product development groups to address industry trends and leveragedesign for manufacturing expertise to ensure all aspects of safety quality and performance are achieved.
- Work with outside integrators to conceptualize generate and propose initial manufacturing design concepts.
- Design manufacturing equipment work-holding and fixturing for high volume assembly and machining operations using NX 3-D modeling software
- Lead and participate in manufacturing equipment and tooling design reviews with internal and outside system integrators.
- Optimize processes utilizing digital manufacturing design & simulations within HVACR digital transformation initiatives.
- Contribute to the direction of manufacturing design standards to establish synergy between AME product engineering and our manufacturing plants.
- Ensure all lab and production related equipment meet all safety requirements in accordance with applicable industry standards.
Required Education Experience and Skills:
- Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical/ Manufacturing Engineering Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineering Technology or Industrial Engineering. Associates degree with equivalent work experience would also be considered.
- A minimum of seven (7) years of experience in manufacturing/tooling engineering environment
-Strong analytical and problem-solving skills and demonstrated ability to apply creative thinking to solve complex problems.
- Good organizational project management and presentation skills to interact with internal engineers and external vendors.
- Ability to develop collaborative relationships in a team environment focusing on win-win solutions
- Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced engineering environment
- Has a strong mechanical background & experience with mechanical systems
- Strong understanding of materials and tool making processes
- Experience with a 3D CAD software (examples: NX Creo CATIA SolidWorks)
- Experience and working knowledge of PC applications and Microsoft Office Products
- Up to 20% North American travel as needed
Preferred Education Experience & Skills:
- Experience in high volume manufacturing tooling/fixturing design
- Experience in machine & manufacturing design
- Ability to recognize and solve complex issues in mechanical design
- Five (5) years using NX Modeling software
- Experience working with Teamcenter PLM software
- In depth knowledge of GD&T and tolerance stack-up analysis
- Experience with the design & manufacture of high-speed rotating products
Onsite Work Arrangement:
This role is based fully onsite and not eligible for hybrid or remote work opportunities.
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 areas 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 HVACR Americas business unit. Through our 30 years of scroll compressor expertise our products help bring comfort and convenience to 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.
Our Commitment to Our People
Across the globe we are united by a singular Purpose: Sustainability is no small ambition. Thats why everything we do is geared toward a sustainable futurefor 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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