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!
If you are an ENGINEERING professional looking for an opportunity to grow, Copeland has an opening for you! Based at our Sidney, OH location, you will work with a global team on the cutting-edge software to control variable speed compressors to optimize the system performance, end user experience, and minimize the energy consumption.
AS A LEAD POWER ELECTRONICS SOFTWARE ENGINEER YOU WILL:
Generate embedded software for variable speed motor control drives
Utilize software revision control tools like git
Keep up with software documentation including software requirement documents and software detailed design documents
Assist in agency approval process
Develop and document test procedures for engineering and manufacturing tests of variable frequency drives
Own and complete software DFMEA for variable speed motor control drives
Validate software with compressors under normal test conditions and abnormal test conditions and generate reports
Work with local and global software team and hardware team to get assigned tasks completed.
Provide technical support to other teams in Copeland and external customers as required
SCHEDULE:
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.
REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, & SKILLS:
Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering or related engineering field
5+ years of software development experience, with at least one (1) year of experience with embedded C language in motor control systems
At least one year of experience with software development cycle from requirement to code generation, to verification and documentation
At least one year of experience with software revision control in GIT
Strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to work in team based new product development environment
PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, & SKILLS:
Master of Science degree in Electrical Engineering or related engineering field
5 years of relevant software development experience in motor control, especially permanent magnet motor control and sensorless control
Extensive knowledge of power electronics topologies and their control
Experience with Matlab / Simulink code generation tool chain or hardware in the loop simulation
Experience with software DFMEA
Experience with agency testing e.g. UL
Understanding of Air Conditioning and Refrigeration systems / industries
Experience with automotive, commercial vehicle, or off-road electronics
Strong technical project management competencies and problem-solving skills
Ownership mindset for the tasks assigned
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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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Skills Required
- Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering or related engineering field
- 5+ years of software development experience
- At least one year of embedded C experience in motor control systems
- At least one year experience with full software development cycle from requirements to code generation, verification, and documentation
- At least one year experience with software revision control using GIT
- Strong verbal and written communication skills and ability to work in team-based new product development environment
- Master of Science degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
- 5 years relevant software development experience in motor control, especially permanent magnet and sensorless control
- Extensive knowledge of power electronics topologies and their control
- Experience with MATLAB/Simulink code generation tool chain or hardware-in-the-loop simulation
- Experience with software DFMEA
- Experience with agency testing (e.g., UL)
- Understanding of Air Conditioning and Refrigeration systems/industry
- Experience with automotive, commercial vehicle, or off-road electronics
- Strong technical project management competencies and problem-solving skills
- Ownership mindset for assigned tasks
What We Do
We are a global climate technologies company engineered for sustainability. Today, we are building on our 100-year legacy through industry-leading innovation, putting Copeland at the forefront of positive change. We create sustainable residential, commercial and industrial spaces through HVACR technologies. We maintain the integrity of goods throughout the cold chain. And we bring comfort to people globally.
