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!

Job Purpose

Responsible for the design, development, validation, and continuous improvement of bearing systems for OFC products. The role will support new product development, localization& regionalization, performance optimization, and technical issue resolution while ensuring reliability, efficiency, and manufacturability of bearing-related components and systems.

Key Responsibilities

Product Design & Development

Design and optimize bearing systems and related components for OFC products.
Perform engineering analysis, simulation, and validation to ensure system performance, reliability, and manufacturability.
Prepare high-quality engineering deliverables, including drawings, specifications, and BOM releases.
Lean NPD Execution
Participate in product development activities from concept through production release.
Conduct design reviews, technical risk assessments, and design verification activities.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure project objectives, quality targets, and schedules are achieved.

Component Development & Qualification

Support component development, qualification, and supplier technical evaluation.
Drive localization and regionalization initiatives for bearing-related components.
Apply DFMEA, simulation, and testing methodologies to identify and mitigate design and manufacturing risks.

Technical Analysis, Innovation & Problem Solving

Investigate bearing-related technical issues through testing, data analysis, and root cause investigation.
Develop technical solutions to improve product performance, reliability, and robustness.
Support innovation, value engineering, and new technology development to enhance product competitiveness.

Engineering Standards & Knowledge Management

Develop and maintain engineering standards, design guidelines, best practices, and technical databases.
Capture lessons learned and contribute to technical capability development and engineering excellence initiatives.

Product Support & Continuous Improvement

Support production, product maintenance, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Collaborate with global engineering teams to drive product enhancements and knowledge sharing.

Educational and Professional Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or above in Mechanical Engineering or other related areas
More than 10 years (BS) or 7 years (MS) working experience or Ph.D. degree in gas bearing, rotor dynamical, high speed centrifugal subjects

Requirements and Attributes

Proven technical knowledge on centrifugal compressor structure and design principles.
Strong Knowledge of Oil Free compressor structure design
Proficient in 3D modeling tools with solid knowledge of GD&T and high-quality engineering drawings.
Familiarity with digital simulation tools.
Familiar with FMEA methodologies and tools.
Knowledge of Rotor dynamic & Aero dynamic is preferred.
Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
Strong sense of ownership, cost awareness, and engineering mindset.
Good communication skills and ability to work across teams.
Effective communication skills in English.

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. 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 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.

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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