Associate Firmware Engineer (Entry/Mid Level)

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!

At

Copeland’s Cold Chain Division

, we don’t move or sell food directly—but we make sure the businesses that do can keep food and medicine fresh, safe, and available around the globe. Our mission is simple: keep critical goods at the right temperature, track every step of the journey, and do it all in the most sustainable way possible.

We’re looking for a

Firmware Engineer

to join our team. This is a great opportunity for a new graduate or an engineer early in their career (2–5 years of experience). You’ll work on real-world problems, design and develop embedded firmware, and contribute to solutions that help feed people and protect medicines worldwide.

What You’ll Do

- Design, develop, and debug embedded firmware in C/C++ for real products.

- Collaborate with hardware, software, and project teams to bring ideas from concept to launch.

- Participate in architecture discussions to build scalable and maintainable firmware.

- Support customers during development and product lifecycle, helping solve real-world challenges.

- Contribute ideas for new features, cost-saving opportunities, and product improvements.

- Work with global teams and learn from experienced engineers.

- (Optional as you grow) Mentor peers and contribute to product safety and security practices.

What We’re Looking For

- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or similar. Equivalent hands-on experience will be considered.

- Experience:

- Hands-on class projects, internships, or up to ~5 years of industry experience in embedded firmware.

- Solid programming skills in C/C++.

- Familiarity with software development lifecycles and good coding practices.

- Bonus skills: Experience with Linux OS, product security, or embedded system testing.

- Authorization to work in the U.S. without sponsorship (now or in the future).

Why Join Us

- Work on technology that directly impacts how food and medicine are delivered around the world.

- Be part of a collaborative, global team where your ideas matter.

- Gain exposure to both technical design and real customer interaction.

- Grow your skills—whether you’re fresh out of school or have a few years of experience, you’ll be challenged and supported.

- Competitive pay, benefits, and opportunities to advance your career.

Why Work in the Greater Metro Minneapolis/St. Paul Area

Our facility is located in Eden Prairie, MN, which is conveniently located within driving distance to downtown Minneapolis and St. Paul. The area offers excellent school systems, an abundance of outdoor walking trails, and a family-friendly environment. Eden Prairie is only a short drive away from several of Minnesota’s top attractions, such as the Mall of America, Minneapolis Zoo, Valley Fair Amusement Park, University of MN Arboretum, Walker Art Center, 20+ world-class production theatres, Minneapolis Institute of Art, and many more. The area is surrounded by several growing communities, with restaurants, festivals, shopping, and outdoor activities that make them exciting places to live and work.

About Our Location

Our Cold Chain business unit is the leading provider of electronic controls and optimization services for supermarket, convenience store, restaurant, and refrigerated transportation customers and the OEMs that serve them. The business unit is comprised of multiple acquisitions organized to add value to Copeland’s world-leading products through control, connectivity, and monitoring. The business generates half of its revenue outside of North America and employs over 1,200 people globally. Headquartered in the Greater Atlanta area, the business has major operations in Minnesota, Italy, Mexico, Brazil, China, and the Philippines. The Cold Chain business helps ensure that food safely and efficiently travels from farm to fork. There are many opportunities for advancement within the Eden Prairie location.

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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