Senior​/Lead Project Engineer

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If you are an Engineering professional looking for an opportunity to grow, Copeland has an exciting opportunity for you! Based in our Sidney, OH location, as a
** Senior/Lead Project Engineer**, you will execute fast-paced, time-sensitive projects while helping build Copeland’s subject matter expertise in oil-free centrifugal compression technology. This position will lead and support the development, evaluation, and maturation of our next generation oil-free centrifugal compressors to improve efficiency, cost, and reliability.  In addition, you will provide engineering direction and execution of products into full productions partnership with local and global colleagues.  

You’ll join a collaborative, cross-functional team that values innovation, continuous improvement, and technical excellence.
** As a Senior / Lead Project Engineer, You Will:
*** Demonstrate strong project management ability in the execution of product development and test campaigns.
* Drive the conception, development, qualification, and launch of new product technologies aligned with key business objectives.
* Participate in global collaboration and coordination with technical colleagues for NPD initiatives.
* Collaborate with internal and external customers and cross-functional colleagues by communicating technical and project information.
* Lead and guide mechanical testing of newly designed bearings, seals, and rotors on component & product test rigs.
* Define and execute development and testing plans while coordinating resources to ensure timely execution.
* Champion Lean principles to streamline new product development cycles and accelerate product maturation.
* Generate technical specifications for rotordynamic design and testing of centrifugal compressors.
* Prepare and communicate project updates and technical findings to stakeholders.
** REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE &

SKILLS:

*** Bachelors of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering, or Engineering Mechanics with 5 years of relevant industry experience.
* Established product development track record and strong project management capabilities, from building program schedules to driving effective team decisions.
* Previous experience developing and integrating products for HVAC/R applications.
* Good understanding of GD&T.
* Ability to lead cross-functional problem-solving efforts using strong engineering knowledge and data-driven decision-making.
* Ability to work well with others in a team environment and onsite support.
* Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate with a variety of stakeholders.
** PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE &

SKILLS:

*** Bachelors Degree in Mechanical Engineering with at least 7 years of relevant experience.
* Engineering experience with defining bearing applications, working with oil-free centrifugal compressors, designing, experimenting and validating of centrifugal compressor components.
* Troubleshooting of vibration / dynamic issues of rotors and supported by hydro-dynamic fluid film bearings such as foil bearings or spiral groove bearings.
* Familiarity oil-free centrifugal compressors and/or high speed motor control.
* HVAC systems awareness, ability to…