Senior Lead Advanced Manufacturing Engineer

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!

If you are a Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineer looking for an opportunity to grow, Copeland has an exciting opportunity for you! The Advanced Manufacturing Technology (AMT) organization is seeking a Senior Lead Manufacturing Engineer with deep experience in CNC machining technology and process development. This position, based in our Sidney, Ohio campus, will focus primarily on supporting manufacturing strategic initiatives for CNC machining, and sharing best practices between regional manufacturing locations.

In this position you will work collaboratively with global production and engineering teams to develop and implement new automation, gauging, and manufacturing solutions, lead new and optimize existing machining processes, reduce manufacturing costs, and support new product development programs. You will research and monitor advanced manufacturing technology trends and appropriately integrate proven technology solutions into our regional manufacturing facilities.

As a Senior Lead Advanced Manufacturing Engineer, you will:

• Support New Product Development and production launch readiness for machined components.

• Identify critical product characteristics and technical feasibility of new products to establish manufacturing investment and production cost impacts.

• Engage in strategic capital investment projects to specify, procure, and implement new manufacturing equipment, work holding, tooling, and gauging systems.

• Utilize digital technologies to develop manufacturing component designs and support CNC machine simulations to validate layouts, functional performance, and production output rates.

• Apply lean principles and utilize lean tools to improve efficiency and reduce waste in processes that align with manufacturing strategies.

• Provide project and status updates to colleagues and leadership.

• Help drive innovation and implementation of advanced manufacturing technology.

• Create and modify CNC programs to manufacture products to specified dimensions and tolerances, leveraging digital simulation and best practices to optimize quality and productivity.

Who You Are:

You develop world-class manufacturing solutions to create best-in-class products to drive operational excellence and customer satisfaction. You pursue everything with energy, drive, and the need to finish. You navigate the complexities of a matrixed organization easily. You facilitate an open dialogue with a wide variety of contributors and stakeholders. You take action on challenges and opportunities and learn from new situations. You partner with others to get work done. You create Raving Fans. You set objectives to align with broader organizational goals, focusing on the highest priorities and set aside less critical tasks.

Required Education, Experience, and Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering or related engineering field and 7 years of applicable experience.

• Ability to interpret technical drawings with an understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) to meet design intent and functional requirements of a product.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a commitment to producing excellent work.

• Excellent organizational, planning, and communication skills with the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.

• Strong understanding and ability to apply quality and lean tools such as Process Capability, Statistical Analysis, Structured Problem-Solving, PFMEA’s, and Gauge R&R’s.

• Experience working with 3D CAD software (examples: NX, SolidWorks, Inventor).

• Ability to travel ~5%.

• Legal authorization to work in the United States – Sponsorship will not be provided with this position.

Preferred Education, Experience, and Skills:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical or Manufacturing engineering, or related engineering field, with 10 or more years of relevant experience.

• Knowledge and experience machining cast iron.

• Knowledge and experience with highly automated manufacturing systems.

• Experience programming and working with industrial robots.

• Experience with Siemens NX 3D modeling.

• Experience with CAM programming and machine simulation software (Siemens CAM, Vericut, Etc).

• Experience working with Teamcenter PLM software.

• Formal Lean and SPC training or certification.

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 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

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. 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: 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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