Power Electronics Project 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!

Job Description

Utilize knowledge of variable speed drive to lead the design and application of new variable speed drives as well as the support the evolution of existing variable speed drive products for HVACR applications.

Job Responsibilities:

- Coordinate the electronics hardware and software design development of a wide range of variable speed drives

- Assist in developing product specifications, architecture, designs, schedules, and cost references to marketing and product management

- Support design cycles and test cycles to obtain product and agency approval

- Assist in developing, documenting, and validating test procedures, and execute the tests

- Responsible for performance and qualification testing of the variable speed drives.

- Provide support to customers, and serve as a technical liaison wherever necessary including providing expertise for new applications and providing solutions to field issues

- Coordinate and review production line test specifications

- Assist and coordinate engineering resources to meet project schedule & objectives

Required Qualifications:

- Minimum Bachelor Science degree in Electrical Engineering or related field in Electronic Controls

- General technical knowledge of electronics hardware and software design including microcontrollers, digital and analog circuits on several platforms

- Some experience in PCB board layout design & electronics assembly manufacturing

- Skilled in organizing, prioritizing and coordinating highly effective working relationships with all levels of personnel within and outside of the organization

- Strong project management competencies and problem-solving skills

- Strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to coordinate multiple projects with global team simultaneously

- Travel 10%.

Preferred Qualifications:

- 3-5 years of technical experience for an industrial company with emphasis on leading variable speed electronics design and development projects.

- General knowledge in working with safety agencies such as UL/VDE is a plus

- Experience in EMI/EMC mitigation techniques

- Experience in providing customer support and dealing with challenging customer issues

- General knowledge of 3-phase motors and experience in motor control

- Experience in switching mode power supply topologies

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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