Sobre este puesto de Mechanical Engineer en Copeland
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!
Job Description:
Join Vilter as a Mechanical Engineer and play a hands-on role in designing and engineering our single screw and reciprocating compressor units. In this position, you'll focus on enhancing product features, reducing costs, and promoting design-for-manufacturability. Working closely with cross-functional teams, you'll select components and configure systems to meet customer requirements, support manufacturing efficiency, and ensure compliance with applicable industry codes and standards.
AS A MECHANICAL ENGINEER, YOU WILL:
- Review component and system designs for refrigeration and gas compression equipment; recommend improvements to enhance performance and reduce costs.
- Ensure designs comply with engineering principles, company standards, customer requirements, and applicable codes and specifications.
- Lead and coordinate the development of required engineering documentation to meet internal and external requirements for assigned projects.
- Collaborate with Sales to evaluate customer specifications and support integration of quotation tools with product configurators in ERP systems.
- Interpret and apply applicable codes and standards (e.g., ASME, UL, CRN, NFPA, AWS) to ensure compliance.
- Review and approve production drawings, providing recommendations to improve design quality, cost efficiency, and manufacturability.
- Partner with suppliers and external engineering resources to resolve technical and supply challenges.
- Serve as a technical resource for manufacturing, sales, customers, and internal teams to resolve issues and answer technical questions.
- Provide technical support for projects and equipment, including customer presentations, training sessions, trade shows, and job-site visits; support troubleshooting and field service activities.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, & SKILLS:
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical Engineering preferred)
- 1–3 years of relevant experience
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present technical concepts clearly
- Working knowledge of 3D CAD software (Inventor, SolidWorks, or Creo)
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
- Team-oriented mindset with a willingness to learn and contribute to positive change
Collaboration First Hybrid Work Arrangements:
This role is hybrid eligible with the requirement to be in office at least three days per week. Colleagues are expected to demonstrate a collaboration first mindset, which is the understanding that teams will work together in-person, and colleagues should be flexible to adjust their hybrid days based on business needs. You will have an opportunity to work with your team and leader to determine when you should be in the office to drive meaningful connections and to best serve our customers.
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 miles of beautiful Lake Michigan shoreline. 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 to 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.
About Our 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 300 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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