Lead Aerodynamics Engineer

Overview

Lead Aerodynamics Engineer at Copeland. Based in Sidney, OH. Responsible for developing aero flow paths for a lineup of new commercial compressors and driving aerodynamic design, CFD analysis, manufacturing support, and product performance assessment for HVACR applications.

Responsibilities

• Conduct aerodynamics design and CFD analysis of centrifugal compressors.
• Develop robust workflows and scripts for automated CFD workflows.
• Coordinate with suppliers, partners, labs, compressor engineers, and manufacturing to deliver prototypes, samples, and mass production products.
• Review outsourced work scope with third-party consultants.
• Design experiments and validation procedures (analytical and empirical) for compressors.
• Apply Design for Manufacturing and Design for Assembly to reduce cost and cycle time.
• Interact with cross-functional teams to drive robust technical decisions.
• Work with Engineering, labs, Planning / Project Management, Marketing, Advanced Manufacturing, and other groups.
• Lead performance / laboratory testing for new design components and organize / document analyses and test programs.
• Define project scope and requirements for phase gate approval; lead scope, costs, and schedule for technical projects.
• Communicate clearly and precisely at all levels of the organization and with clients.

Who You Are

You model and encourage diverse ideas and opinions. You take decisive action in changing, unpredictable situations. You are decisive and make high-quality decisions, even with incomplete information, remaining calm and composed under uncertainty.

Required Education, Experience & Skills

Preferred Education, Experience & Skills

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

Sidney, OH is within driving distance of Dayton, Troy, and Columbus. The area offers a family-friendly environment with lower costs of living, good school systems, and access to local amenities.

About Our Location

Our Sidney campus has substantial manufacturing and lab facilities and serves as the headquarters for our HVACR Americas unit. About 1600 employees support diverse business functions with opportunities for advancement.

Our Commitment to Our People

We pursue sustainability and energy efficiency through HVACR technology and cold chain solutions. We invest in the end-to-end development of our people, from onboarding through leadership, to help them thrive.

Benefit Overview

Flexible and competitive benefits plans (medical, dental, vision, 401(k) etc.), flexible time off, paid parental leave, vacation and holiday leave.

Commitment to Inclusion & Belonging

We foster inclusion and belonging for individuals of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our employee resource groups support culture and community.

Work Authorization

Copeland will only employ individuals legally authorized to work in the United States. No sponsorship is provided for this role. Visa status restrictions apply (E, F-1 OPT / CPT, H-1B, H-2, L-1, etc.).

Equal Opportunity Employer

Copeland is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. A harassment-free workplace is guaranteed. For accessibility issues applying, contact copeland.careers@copeland.com

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