Early Career Opportunities - Engineering

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! 

Copeland is seeking talented engineering graduates interested in launching their careers through a variety of full-time engineering opportunities across our organization.

By applying to this position, you will be considered for multiple entry-level engineering roles across Copeland rather than a single position. Our recruiting team will evaluate your education, experience, interests, and career goals to identify potential matches based on available opportunities and business needs.

As an early career engineer, you'll work alongside experienced professionals to solve real-world challenges, contribute to innovative technologies, and support products and processes that make a meaningful impact on customers around the globe.

Opportunities may be available in areas such as:

• Project Engineering

• Design Engineering

• Product Engineering

• Manufacturing Engineering

• Advanced Manufacturing Engineering

• Quality Engineering

• New Product Development

• Applications Engineering

• Test & Validation Engineering

• Compliance Engineering

• Systems Engineering

What You'll Do

• Support engineering projects from concept through implementation

• Analyze technical data and develop solutions to engineering challenges

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including manufacturing, quality, supply chain, and product management

• Participate in product design, testing, validation, and continuous improvement initiatives

• Contribute to new product development and manufacturing optimization efforts

• Present recommendations and project results to engineering leaders and stakeholders

What You Bring

You are a motivated problem-solver who enjoys using technical knowledge, critical thinking, and collaboration to develop innovative solutions. You are eager to learn, adapt, and contribute in a fast-paced engineering environment.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's or Master's degree in:

• Mechanical Engineering

• Manufacturing Engineering

• Industrial Engineering

• Electrical Engineering

• Mechanical Engineering Technology

• Aerospace Engineering

• Systems Engineering

• Electromechanical Engineering

• Or a related engineering discipline

Graduation date between December 2026 and June 2027

Legal authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future

Preferred Qualifications

• Internship, co-op, research, project, or leadership experience

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills

• Experience with CAD, testing, manufacturing, data analysis, project management, or continuous improvement tools

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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