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Lead Compressor Design Engineer

Copeland
United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 4 Jun 2026

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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 Description:  

If you are an engineering professional looking for an opportunity to innovate and grow, Vilter by Copeland has an exciting opportunity for you! As a Lead Compressor Design Engineer, you will work with cross-functional teams to design, develop, and follow project(s) until completion. 

 

AS A MATERIALS MANAGER, YOU WILL:  

  • Develop compressor and/or package units, meeting engineering specifications while ensuring the meeting of company production and quality standards and customer specifications. 

  • Develop programs that completely and adequately test Vilter products under varying conditions using established engineering concepts. 

  • Lead & Manage projects from inception to completion and ensure proper engineering principles and applications are followed. 

  • Work hands-on assembling and disassembling compressors and/or components in the lab. 

  • Review drawings and make recommendations/develop standards to improve design, reduce costs, and/or increase production efficiency, verify, evaluate, and approve design changes, specifications, and drawing releases. 

  • Assist in pre-job planning, scheduling, and management. 

  • Participate and Lead as appropriate in cross-functional teams to address and resolve problems and ensure continuous improvements in the level of quality. 

  • Analyze indicated and calculated test results in relation to design or rated specifications and test objectives and modify or adjust equipment to meet specifications. 

  • Develop & Record test procedures and results, numerical and graphical data, and recommendations for changes in product or test method, and use computer and software to record, analyze, verify, and/or communicate results and recommendations. 

  • Complete and maintain all required reports, paperwork, documentation, etc. 

  • Ensure compliance with housekeeping procedures and company quality standards and safety regulations. 

  • Travel in the US and overseas up to 10% of the time after completing the necessary training. 

 

REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, & SKILLS:  

  • Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering and a minimum of 10 years of mechanical experience (rotating machinery – preferably in compressor design) and hands-on mechanical experience. 

  • Experience using 3D and 2D design comp

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