Lead Design Engineer

About this role

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 Design Engineer , you will work with cross-functional teams to design, develop, and follow project(s) until completion. 

AS A LEAD DESIGN ENGINEER, 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 computer programs like Inventor/AutoCAD, proficient in mechanical and thermodynamic calculations  

• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret drawings, specifications, regulatory codes, professional journals,   technical procedures, or governmental regulations  

• Experience   writing   reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals and effectively presenting   information, including responding to questions from the field sales force, customers, and other employees of   the company  

• Knowledge and ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and   fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry, including the ability to develop/use calculation   software  

• Established practical problem-solving skills showing the skills to be able to deal with a variety of concrete   variables in situations where only limited standardization exists  

• Ability to   operate   a variety of engineering tools and have a creative mind  

• Legal Authorization to work in the United States - Sponsorship will not be provided for this role.  

Onsite Work Arrangement:    

This role is based fully onsite, and not eligible for hybrid or remote work opportunities.   

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.     

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