Research Project Manager

We are seeking an experienced R esearch Project Manager to manage research initiatives from conception to completion. They will coordinate and guide R&D projects in compressor and other alternative technologies for HVACR applications. This role drives innovation by acting as a liaison between the various stakeholders to uncover new opportunities and developing them into research projects with clear scopes and established goals.

Ideal for candidates with strong project leadership in mechanical/rotating equipment R&D, turbomachinery, or compressor product development.

As A RESEARCH PROJECT MANAGER, You Will:

• Define overall project scope with established, clear goals so team members can further develop their individual project plans outlining required objectives and timelines to meet project deliverables.

• Engage with the various business units to identify research opportunities via product roadmaps / future product needs.

• Facilitate collaboration and alignment with cross-functional teams, such as procurement and manufacturing, to enable seamless transition of projects from R&D to new product development.

• Conduct competitive analysis including:

  • Active review of compressor patents

  • Distribution of patents to parties of interest to provide visibility into competitive interest and trends

  • Participate in review of patents as necessary.

• Provide clear, impactful status reporting to business unit and steering committee leaders, ensuring visibility into progress, risks, and key project outcomes.

• Promote project management best practices within the research team through coaching and mentoring.

• Travel ~5% as needed.

REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, & SKILLS:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field

• 5–10+ years of progressive experience in project management within R&D, engineering, or product development for compressors, turbomachinery, rotating equipment, or similar high-performance systems.

• Strong knowledge of high-speed rotating equipment, design tools, testing methodologies, and industry standards.

• Proven record leading complex technical projects from concept to prototype/validation.

• Demonstrated mastery of project management skills such as project planning, risk management and cross-functional coordination.

• Exceptional communication, leadership, and stakeholder management abilities to work with engineers, executives, customers, and global teams.

PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, & SKILLS:

• Experience with vapor compression technologies in HVACR applications

• PMP certification preferred

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.

Why Work in the Greater Miami Valley Area

Our facility is located in Sidney, OH , conveniently located within driving distance to several larger cities, such as Dayton , Troy , and Columbus . The area’s generally low costs of living, excellent school systems, and low crime rates create a family-friendly environment. The area is home to several growing communities with restaurants, festivals, shopping, and arts scenes that make them exciting places to live and work

About Our Location

The newly renovated Sidney campus has 1M square feet of manufacturing floor with an additional 120k square feet of leading-edge lab facilities. This location is the headquarters for the HVACR Americas business unit. Through our 30 years of scroll compressor expertise, our products help bring comfort and convenience to commercial, industrial, and residential spaces. Approximately 1600 employees work in Sidney, 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 Sidney location.