Electromechanical Design Engineer

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!

Electromechanical Design Engineer

The demand for fresh food continues to rise, increasing the need for stronger, safer, and more sustainable cold-chain systems. With nearly one-third of food lost to spoilage and millions affected by foodborne illness each year, the industry is facing critical challenges. While we don’t produce or sell food directly, we support the businesses that do — helping them move, store, and protect food from farm to fork.

About The Role

The Electromechanical Design Engineer works under the guidance of the Electromechanical Design Lead and follows established processes to support the development and modification of engineering documentation and CAD artifacts. This role contributes directly to producing high-quality finished products by maintaining accurate designs, researching components, and updating panel and enclosure documentation.

What You’ll Do

- Design and update UL508A-compliant industrial control panels, applying UL508A, NEC, and CSA guidelines.

- Perform electrical load calculations, select protective devices, and determine wire sizing and environmental ratings.

- Create 2D panel layouts and electrical schematics using DraftSight (or similar).

- Use Creo Parametric (3D CAD) to design enclosures, brackets, and housings.

- Research and select components (power supplies, relays, switches, indicators), partnering with Procurement and vendors.

- Execute ECNs, update BOMs and assembly drawings, and support Production with build issues, alternates, and cost-reduction improvements.

- Work with internal/external customers to define needs and deliver custom control-panel solutions.

Required Education, Experience & Skills

- Associate degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent combination of education and experience.

- Proficiency with AutoCAD, Creo Parametric, or comparable 2D/3D CAD tools.

- Strong attention to detail and troubleshooting ability.

- Effective written and verbal communication skills.

- Applied computer skills.

Preferred Education, Experience & Skills

- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent combination of education and years of experience.

- Experience with UL508A control panel design

- Experience with Cadence, PCAD, or Altium design tools.

- Familiarity with Adobe Illustrator and Acrobat.

- Experience in HVAC/R or related industries.

Why Work in the Greater Metro Atlanta Area

Our Kennesaw, Georgia facility sits just outside Atlanta, close to historic downtown Kennesaw. The region offers excellent schools, outdoor recreation, walkable trails, and low crime rates — making it an ideal place to live and work. Growing surrounding communities provide year-round festivals, dining, shopping, and cultural activities.

About Our Location Copeland is a global leader in high-quality products and services, supported by skilled professionals across 70+ countries. Our newly renovated Kennesaw campus brings Manufacturing, Customer Support, Projects, and Engineering together under one roof. This diverse environment creates strong opportunities for collaboration, growth, and career advancement.

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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