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Sr. Lead Design Engineer at Copeland in Suzhou, China
Job Description
Sr. Lead Design Engineer
Location: Suzhou, China · Onsite
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
This position is responsible for the regionalization and new product development of centrifugal compressors, leading oil free centrifugal compressor structural design & component development, to deliver optimized design solutions with optimal performance, best cost, highest reliability and manufacturability.
Key Responsibilities
Product Design & Development
- Lead structural design and deliver high-quality engineering drawings, specifications, and BOMs to support successful product development and production of Oil free centrifugal compressors.
- Perform engineering analysis including stress, vibration, thermal deformation, and design verification to ensure performance, reliability, manufacturability, and cost targets are achieved.
Lean NPD Execution
- Lead or support product development activities from concept through production release.
- Conduct design reviews, manage technical risks, ensure compliance with engineering standards, and coordinate cross-functional teams to achieve project objectives and schedules.
Component Development & Qualification
- Drive component development, validation, localization, supplier technical evaluation, and issue resolution throughout the product lifecycle.
- Utilize DFMEA, simulation tools, testing methodologies to identify and mitigate technical and manufacturing risks.
Technical Analysis, Innovation & Problem Solving
- Lead complex technical investigations, root cause analysis, and advanced engineering studies.
- Driving innovation, value engineering, and patentable technology development to improve product competitiveness and performance.
Engineering Standards & Knowledge Management
- Develop and maintain engineering standards, design guidelines, best practices, technical databases, and lessons learned.
- Mentor engineers and promote technical excellence across the organization.
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 15 years (BS) or 10 years (MS) working experience in centrifugal compressors or turbomachinery.
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.