Industrial CO2 Refrigeration Systems Architect / 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!

Are you an innovative Application Engineer, who specializes in CO2 and industrial refrigeration systems and controls? If this describes you, Copeland has an amazing career opportunity for you! You will leverage your technical expertise, as well as collaborate with Sales, Engineering, Project Management and Clients to design and develop tailored refrigeration systems.

You will have responsibility for controls design, startup / commissioning support and training to ensure seamless project execution. Understanding customer requirements and recommending the appropriate products and control sequences to meet specific application needs will be key to your success. You will promote the organization's entire range of Building and Refrigeration products to internal and external stakeholders, ensuring systems are efficient and reliable.

You exhibit strong expertise in industrial refrigeration systems and controls design, excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to provide innovative technical solutions.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities :

Work with a cross-discipline and multi-company team to develop and optimize designs for industrial refrigeration systems, including component selection, system layout, and sequence of operation with emphasis on CO2 equipment (ammonia Cascade systems, Sub-critical & trans-Critical, Booster / Parallel systems)

Work closely with software engineers to translate the CO2 refrigeration process into plain English to explain operational details, write control narratives, and develop supervise story sequence of operations.

Solid understanding of Scada systems and be able to communicate intelligently with integration engineers.

Ensure designs align with relevant codes and standards such as ASHRAE, IIAR, NEC.

Provide onsite and remote startup support for the commissioning, troubleshooting and tuning of controls / refrigeration system to ensure operational success

Serve as a technical liaison to clients, providing clear and accurate information about system performance and capabilities.

Provide technical support to sales teams during the proposal phase by preparing system designs overviews, cost and time estimates, and technical documentation.

Actively collaborates with Engineering, Operations, Product Management and Sales teams throughout the selling process to ensure the identified opportunities are delivered as proposed.

Drive Innovation by staying up to date on emerging technologies, industry trends, competitive product lines and best practices in industrial refrigeration.

Assist in the creation of informative content and conduct training of internal staff, manufacturers, and customers to increase their competencies.

Required Education, Experience and Skills :

Bachelors of Science degree in any relevant engineering discipline.

Minimum 3-5 years of experience in industrial refrigeration, commercial refrigeration or HVAC industries.

Experience with CO2, ammonia, and other natural refrigerants.

Strong knowledge of refrigeration cycle principles, thermodynamics, and heat transfer.

Knowledge in system diagrams (P&ID) and use of design software (AutoCAD, SolidWorks) and analysis tools.

Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively.

Ability to travel 10% to 50% depending on project demands, all travel expenses are company paid.

Authorization to work in the United States now and in the future- Sponsorship will not be provided for this role.

Preferred Education, Experience, and Skills :

• IIAR certifications or equivalent training in industrial refrigeration.

Schedule

The facility works 24 hours a day and typically 5 days a week. Our core office hours range anywhere between 7 : 00 AM - 5 : 00 PM, and are flexible given we work together to best support business demands as well as the needs of our customers around the world.

Why Work in the Greater Milwaukee Area

Cudahy is a quaint community located in Milwaukee County, where clean neighborhoods mingle with acres of parkland, major transportation access, and big-city attractions all within an arm's reach, with a small-town feel. Cudahy has six county parks and 823 acres of parkland, seasonal farmers markets in front of City Hall, and an extravagant Fourth of July celebration. With lots of community involvement, the city has many family-friendly events throughout the year.

The area is home to several major league sports teams, including the Milwaukee Bucks and Milwaukee Brewers, with Lambeau Field, home of the Green Bay Packers, just 2 hours away!

Traveling in and out of the area is also a breeze! General Mitchell International Airport is just minutes away, with Chicago O'Hare International Airport just a little over an hour away.

Our compensation philosophy is simple : we pay a competitive base salary, within the local market in which we operate, and reward performance during our annual merit review process. The salary / pay range for this role is $100,000-$150,000 , commensurate with the skills, talent, capabilities, and experience each candidate brings to a role.

About O ur Location

The 150-year history of the Vilter brand tells a rich story of perseverance and drive to cultivate continuous innovation within the industrial refrigeration and gas compression industries. We offer the latest products and solutions for industrial refrigerators and oil and gas compression. Approximately 225 employees work in Cudahy, who all support a multitude of business functions. With the blend of businesses and functions represented under this one roof, there are many opportunities for advancement within the Cudahy location.

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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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With $5B of global revenue, Copeland is a leading provider of compression products, electronics, software, and solutions across many applications within Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration (HVACR), where macro and regulatory trends towards environmental sustainability, leads to changes in HVACR technology. Other products include other heating applications, food service and retail, transportation, and healthcare / life sciences. This new business also has a solution portfolio that manages, monitors, and controls refrigeration units in the commercial setting, as well as software solutions that measure and monitor temperature conditions of refrigerated goods in transit, where there is a greater emphasis on energy management / sustainability solutions globally.