- Location
- Overath, Germany
- Workplace
- Onsite
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- Engineering
- Education
- Master
- Source
- Workday
Description
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 someone looking for a career change, a professional, an undergraduate student exploring your first opportunity, or recent graduate, we have opportunities that will allow you to innovate, be challenged and make an impact. Join our team and start your journey today!
We are looking for an Electrical Engineer based in Overath, Germany.
We have a Hybrid setup, working model, you can work 3 days in the office and 2 days from home.
The Electrical Engineer is part of a multidisciplinary team consisting of mechanical, electrical and PLC engineers as well as project managers, designers, sales, application engineers, and new product development (NPD) on our Engineered to Order (ETO) and Configure to Order (CTO) businesses.
The Electrical Engineer will have a variety of responsibilities that include working through technical control details, designing control circuits, sizing conductors, overcurrent protection and components, drawing schematics and panel layout in AutoCAD Electrical or EPLAN, creating work standards, working with the internal team, vendors and contractors on electrical design of equipment and systems.
Success in this position requires the candidate to work effectively in both a collaborative and independent environment, must be safety conscious, good communication skills is a must both internally and externally with customers, high attention to detail is critical and have a strong motivation for delivering project objectives.
Key responsibilities of the role:
- Creating electrical schematics with AutoCAD Electrical and/or EPLAN engineering tools
- Manage customer electrical equipment projects
- Provide technical support to Vilter's PLC controls platform
- Support team members on electrical system product improvements and standards
- Serve as subject matter expert and work directly with customers to troubleshoot issues and provide product training
- Read and interpret electrical schematics as well as piping and instrumentation drawings
Required qualifications and experience:
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.
- 5 – 10 years of electrical controls and design experience.
- Knowledge of IEC standards relevant for low-voltage design of industrial grade power and control panels.
- Must be a self-starter, work autonomously, see projects through on time with the first time right.
- Firm understanding of electrical controls and logic.
- Knowledge and experience with power and motor control circuits, motors, motor starters and VFDs.
- Must have a firm understanding of how to read and interpret electrical schematics as well as piping and instrumentation drawings.
- In depth experience and proficient with AutoCAD Electrical and/or EPLAN engineering tools.
- Proficiency in English.
- Occasional international travel to vendor sites.
- Must have excellent organizational skills.
- Must have excellent written and oral communication skills.
Preferred qualifications and experience:
- Experience within electrical design for industrial compressors and/or refrigeration and heat pumps.
- PLC programming experience is valuable.
- Masters in Electrical Engineering.
About the location:
SPH by Copeland is an innovative German technology company at the forefront of industrial decarbonization, developing and delivering high-temperature heat pump solutions that transform industrial waste heat into efficient, high-quality process heat. With its proprietary ThermBooster™ technology, SPH enables energy-intensive industries to significantly reduce CO₂ emissions and operating costs. As part of Copeland, a global leader in sustainable climate and industrial solutions, SPH combines agile engineering innovation with the scale, stability, and global reach of a market-leading organization.
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. We provide employees with flexible time off plans, including parental leav, 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.
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 or disability. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.
Work Authorization
Copeland will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the Country in which they apply. This is not a position for which sponsorship or work authorization will be provided.
No calls or agency requests please.
