Project Manager Engineering

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.

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.

We are seeking a highly skilled Project Engineer (Project Manager Engineering) to join our Engineering team in Overath, SPH by Copeland . This role will be responsible for leading engineering projects from initiation through completion, ensuring delivery according to agreed timelines, quality standards, budget targets, and technical requirements. The Project Engineer will coordinate cross-functional teams, manage customer and business requirements, and drive the successful execution of new product development, engineered-to-order customer projects, and research initiatives.

The role is based in Overath, Germany, with a hybrid working model, requiring regular on-site presence.

Key Responsibilities of the Role

• Lead engineering projects, including new product development, engineered-to-order customer projects, and research initiatives.
• Manage project timelines, budgets, quality targets, and technical deliverables to ensure successful project execution.
• Gather, analyze, and manage customer and business requirements, ensuring alignment with technical solutions and project objectives.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams and stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.
• Monitor project progress, identify risks, and drive corrective actions when necessary.
• Ensure technical requirements, customer specifications, and project scope are fulfilled and properly documented.
• Maintain project documentation and communicate project status to internal and external stakeholders.
• Support continuous improvement of engineering and project management processes.

Required Skills And Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline.
• Several years of experience in engineering, product development, or technical project management.
• Experience managing technical or engineering projects.
• Strong understanding of project management principles, including scope, timing, budget, quality, and requirements management.
• Broad engineering background with the ability to work across multiple technical disciplines.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Advanced German and professional English language skills, both written and spoken.

Preferred Skills And Qualifications

• Experience in the HVAC industry.
• Experience with new product development and/or engineered-to-order projects.
• Project Management certification (PMP, IPMA, PRINCE2, or similar) is an advantage.
• Experience working in an international manufacturing environment.

About The Company

SPH by Copeland is an innovative German technology company at the forefront of industrial decarbonization, developing and delivering high-temperature heat pump solutions that transform industrial waste heat into efficient, high-quality process heat. With its proprietary ThermBooster™ technology, SPH enables energy-intensive industries to significantly reduce CO₂ emissions and operating costs. As part of Copeland , a global leader in sustainable climate and industrial solutions, SPH combines agile engineering innovation with the scale, stability, and global reach of a market-leading organization.

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 parental leav, vacation and holiday leave.

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 or disability. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.

Work Authorization

Copeland will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the Country in which they apply. This is not a position for which sponsorship or work authorization will be provided.