Experienced Data Scientist

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

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 a 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!

As a Experienced Data Scientist, You Will

• Apply machine learning, econometrics, and emerging AI methods, to support internal teams and improve business operations.

• Explore and prototype GenAI and Agentic AI solutions that increase efficiency, automate routine tasks, and enhance customer decision‑making.

• Develop and deploy forecasting models to optimize inventory, strengthen supply chains, and improve financial outcomes.

• Contribute to projects across multiple areas such as forecasting, supply chain analysis, simulation modeling, and LLM‑based applications.

• Collaborate with engineering, operations, product, and enterprise business teams.

• Translate complex statistical findings into clear "so-what" insights for non-technical stakeholders in Finance and Operations.

• Leverage foundational knowledge of HVACR and cold-chain industries to develop proprietary algorithms that align with business goals.

• Adapt ideas from academic research, conferences, and industry best practices into practical, real‑world models and tools that can be used across the company.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Economics, Engineering, Mathematics or another relevant technical field.

• 3 or more years of relevant experience or advanced degree.

• Proficiency in validating raw data quality using automation, ETL methods, and exploratory data analysis (EDA) techniques.

• Foundational knowledge of statistics, including regression, casual inference, and predictive modeling.

• Ability to work effectively in a virtual and globally distributed team environment.

• Ability to translate ambiguous business problems into clear analytical or data science tasks and communicate to stakeholders with minimum analytics knowledge.

• Interest or experience in applying analytics within Sales, Marketing, Finance, or Supply Chain functions.

• Experience with data wrangling and modeling using Python or a similar programming language, and ability to collaborate using Git.

Location Requirement:
This position follows a hybrid work model and requires regular presence at one of our Copeland offices. Candidates must be able to commute to and work from St. Louis, MO; Sidney, OH; or Kennesaw, GA as part of their role responsibilities.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Interdisciplinary background, combining data science expertise with a grounding in manufacturing, business, and marketing principles.

• Experience building and tuning Generative AI.

• Experience developing and deploying forecasting models.

• Experience with supply chain operations.

• Experience with Azure DevOps and Agile sprints.

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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