Lead Electrical Engineer, Hardware Development

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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.

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If you are an experienced Electrical Engineer, Copeland has an exciting opportunity for you!

As a Lead Electrical Engineer on our Oil Free Centrifugal team, you will be responsible for developing, implementing, and supporting the electrical component, hardware development and additionally work with the lab team providing support and training.

Based in our Sidney, OH location, you will be a team member on the Oil-Free Centrifugal team.

This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious, process-oriented person.

As a Centrifugal Electrical Engineer, you will:

Work closely with the Controls Engineering team to learn and understand the control method and develop the process for validating electrical hardware.

Follow the requirements of Copeland Business System

Work together to optimize the design, program logic, testing methods of the controller, control program, VFD, motor, cabling, transformer and supervisory control system.

Explore the opportunity for ancillary equipment (remote data communication and storage, control program updates, 120V power supply transformer, HVAC, Hydraulic Control Center (HCC), etc.)

Own and optimize the design, performance and durability of the electrical systems

Work with the design team to maintain BOM and electrical drawing packages for OFC, Compressors’ electrical components & systems

Review and evaluate existing system against customer requirements

Support the team in development efforts for new products or improvements to existing products

Work with experts to validate the electrical system design for present and future products

Interpret and draw conclusions from test data obtained during validation activities

Train and support production and field teams on product assembly and connection processes

Document electrical system configuration and user guides and procedures

Develop and document test set ups and procedures

Work with supplier to optimize power electronics and motor designs

Develop and champion electrical safety best practices for the company

Lead troubleshooting efforts on OFC compressor controller, drive and motor

Field service support may be required on occasion

Conduct RCCMs (Root Cause Failure Analysis) of failed OFC units

Conduct electrical system modeling for unique deployment configurations

“I Own Safety” leader and facilitator, process changes/implementation and participate/initiate continuous improvement processes

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or related discipline

A minimum of 7 years of electrical engineering experience in an industrial environment minimum of 3 years in power electronics integration, motion control, turbomachinery or similar

Demonstrated success in hands-on setup, operation and troubleshooting of complex electrical systems

Ability to use and set up test equipment, such as oscilloscopes, data loggers/analyzers, software development tools, etc.

Familiarity with the safety requirements for high power applications

Understanding of digital, analog and power electronics components and operation

Strong oral and written communication skills

Good interpersonal, project management, presentation, and teamwork skills

Ability to run multiple projects in a fast-paced engineering environment

Understanding of lean manufacturing principles

Proficient in use of Microsoft Office programs

Ability to travel up to 10-15% of the time including some international travel

Legal Authorization to work in the United States - Sponsorship will not be provided for this role

Minimum of 3 years in power electronics integration, motion control, turbomachinery or similar highly preferred

Power electronics troubleshooting experience is preferred

Hands-on familiarity with industrial communication protocols, such as Modbus and signal level instrumentation, is preferred

Experience in the design of digital, analog and power electronic circuits is a plus

Familiarity with motor controls is a plus

Familiarity with the agency approval process (UL, CE, etc.) is a plus

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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!

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.

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.

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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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