- Location
- Suzhou, China
- Workplace
- Remote, Hybrid, Onsite
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- Engineering
- Experience
- 1+ years
- Education
- Bachelor
- 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 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 exciting opportunity for you! Based in our Suzhou, China location, you will support the development, validation, and sustaining of thermostat and HVAC electronic control products. You will work closely with engineers, laboratories, certification agencies, and cross-functional teams to help ensure our products meet safety, quality, and reliability requirements.
If you have a passion for electronics, problem-solving, and hands-on testing, and if you enjoy working in a collaborative engineering environment, this role offers an excellent opportunity to develop your technical skills while contributing to products that support innovative HVAC solutions. You will play a key role in product verification, laboratory operations, certification testing, and continuous improvement activities that support broader business objectives.
AS AN ASSISTANT ENGINEER, YOU WILL:
- Support the development, testing, and sustaining of thermostat and HVAC electronic control products.
- Perform hardware validation, verification, and certification testing to ensure product safety, quality, and reliability.
- Build prototypes, engineering samples, and test fixtures to support engineering development and qualification activities.
- Collect, analyze, and document test data, and prepare technical reports and test summaries.
- Assist in troubleshooting product issues, conducting failure analysis, and identifying root causes.
- Support laboratory operations, including equipment maintenance, calibration activities, and ISO 17025 quality system compliance.
- Participate in safety audits and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives related to laboratory safety, quality, and 5S practices.
- Research and evaluate new technologies and support engineers in developing innovative control solutions.
SCHEDULE:
This role is based on a standard Monday through Friday work schedule during normal business hours.
Onsite Work Arrangement:
This role is based fully onsite and is not eligible for hybrid or remote work opportunities. The position requires regular laboratory work and hands-on support for testing, product verification, and development activities.
REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, & SKILLS:
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, or a related field.
- 1-2 years of experience in electronic hardware development, testing, or laboratory operations, or relevant internship/project experience.
- Knowledge of analog and digital circuit fundamentals.
- Familiarity with hardware design and troubleshooting techniques.
- Experience using hardware design tools such as Cadence or Allegro is preferred.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills in English and Chinese.
- Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
- Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
- Passion for engineering, continuous learning, and technical development.
PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, & SKILLS:
- Experience with thermostat, HVAC, or embedded electronic control products.
- Familiarity with UL or other product certification requirements and testing processes.
- Experience with laboratory equipment, test automation, or environmental and reliability testing.
- Knowledge of ISO 17025 laboratory systems and quality processes.
- Experience performing failure analysis and root cause investigations.
- Demonstrated ability to support multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
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 paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), 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, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.