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!
Description
The Director – Project Engineering leads all aspects of engineering execution of ETO (Engineering to Order) projects and NPD (New Product Development) Programs to furnish project work in a manner consistent with customer expectations for ETO projects and program expectations for NPD programs. Director will lead a team of Project/NPD Product Engineers and Engineering Coordinators. Director – Project Engineering is responsible for planning and prioritizing work for the engineering team to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals. The individual must collaborate with a multi-functional team from proposal stage beyond start-up. Director – Project Engineering will work closely with the PMO, Product Management, Sourcing, Manufacturing, Sales and engineering disciplines to ensure all processes are in place and projects and programs are executed in the most efficient manner.
Success in this position requires the candidate to work effectively in both a collaborative and independent environment, be safety conscious, possess good communication skills with both internal and external customers, high attention to detail is critical, and is strongly motivated to deliver project/program and department objectives.
As the Director – Project Engineering, you will:
Take part in Strategic discussions and supports in laying out resource requirements and engineering budgets
Be responsible for developing, mentoring, and leading a professional engineering team
Be a standout colleague capable of introducing positive changes, while ensuring accountability within the team
Identify, develop and detail procedures to improve engineering efficiency and quality
Work closely with PMO and Sales to understand and agree to Customer Specifications/Scope during the proposal stage and during project execution.
Work closely with Product Managers to understand and agree to the Program scope/requirements and the schedule for delivering technical aspects of the program
Work closely with other Engineering Disciplines to get resource assignments/commitments, schedule alignment for all ETO projects and NPD Programs
With their team reviews specific designs and make recommendations for improvement and interpret codes and standards (NFPA, AWS, IBC, etc.) for system compliance
With their team, review and approve production drawings, adding recommendations to improve design, reduce costs, or increase production efficiency
Own the overall Engineering/Technical Responsibility for scope compliance, technical compliance, engineering deliverables and acts as focal point for the shop, customers, sales, and other departments to address and resolve questions and problems on ETO projects and NPD Programs
Own engineering change order process, Part Number Creation process, BOM alignment between Engineering and Manufacturing and all document transmittals with customers and suppliers
Participate in multi-functional teams to address new design issues and resolve problems to ensure the continuous, ongoing improvement of processes and methods
Required education, experiences & skills:
Requires a bachelor's degree in engineering
10+ years of related engineering experience
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite applications
Able to communicate technical concepts clearly and concisely in writing and other presentation formats
Working experience using 2D CAD software (AutoCAD or similar)
Able to understand and solve a wide variety of technical problems with little guidance
Able to travel: 10-20%
Preferred education, experiences & skills:
Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering
Mechanical proficiency and hands-on experience with compression/rotating equipment, piping systems and mechanical components
Understanding of Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&ID)
Proficiency in interpreting manufacturing BOM structure and ERP
Previous experience in industrial refrigeration systems, heat transfer products or thermodynamic systems
Ability to coordinate and lead a diverse team to implement changes and improvements
Why Work in the Greater Milwaukee Area
Cudahy is a quaint community located in Milwaukee County, where clean neighborhoods mingle with acres of parkland, major transportation access, and big-city attractions all within an arm's reach, with a small-town feel. Cudahy has six county parks and 823 acres of parkland, seasonal farmers markets in front of City Hall, and miles of beautiful lake Michigan shoreline. With lots of community involvement, the city has many family-friendly events throughout the year.
The area is home to several major league sports teams, including the Milwaukee Bucks and Milwaukee Brewers, with Lambeau Field, home of the Green Bay Packers, just 2 hours away!
Traveling in and out of the area is also a breeze! General Mitchell International Airport is just minutes away, with Chicago O’Hare International Airport just a little over an hour away.
About Our Location
The 150-year history of the Vilter brand tells a rich story of perseverance and drive to cultivate continuous innovation within the industrial refrigeration and gas compression industries. We offer the latest products and solutions for industrial refrigerators and oil and gas compression. Approximately 300 employees work in Cudahy, 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 Cudahy location.
Collaboration First Hybrid Work Arrangements:
This role is hybrid eligible with the requirement to be in office at least three days per week. Colleagues are expected to demonstrate a collaboration first mindset, which is the understanding that teams will work together in-person and colleagues should be flexible to adjust their hybrid days based on business needs. You will have an opportunity to work with your team and leader to determine when you should be in office to drive meaningful connections and to best serve our customers.
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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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