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 Automation Technician looking for an opportunity to grow, Copeland has an exciting opportunity for you! Based out of our Sidney, OH location, you will play a hands-on role in shaping the future of manufacturing. In this position, you will work with cutting-edge automation technologies to support strategic initiatives and drive continuous improvement across multiple facilities. This is an opportunity for a technically curious, solutions-oriented professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys bringing automation systems to life-from integration and programming to troubleshooting and optimization.
AS AN AUTOMATION TECHNICIAN, YOU WILL:
Execute and support AMT automation projects, with a strong focus on industrial controls integration
Program, troubleshoot, and optimize Allen-Bradley PLCs, HMIs, and FANUC robotic systems
Install, upgrade, and modify controls hardware and software systems
Lead and support equipment installation, system integration, and commissioning
Provide hands-on technical support to manufacturing plants to resolve production-impacting issues
Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, operations, and plant teams to ensure project success
Champion a culture of continuous improvement and personal development
Ensure full compliance with corporate and plant safety standards
REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, & SKILLS:
Associate's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field OR 5+ years of relevant hands-on experience
Solid understanding of electrical systems, circuits, and schematics for troubleshooting and installation
Proven experience programming and troubleshooting
Allen-Bradley PLCs and HMIs
Industrial robots (FANUC preferred)
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills
Strong communication, organization, and teamwork capabilities
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and standard PC applications
Ability to travel up to ~20%.
Legal authorization to work in the United States - Sponsorship will not be provided with this position.
PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, & SKILLS:
Experience with AutoCAD or AutoCAD Electrical
Familiarity with industrial communication networks (EtherNet/IP, AS-i preferred)
Exposure to Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs) (MiR preferred)
Familiarity with Ignition software application
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SCHEDULE:
This position is on 1st shift and would consist of five-eight-hour workdays.
Why Work in the Greater Miami Valley Area
Our facility is located in Sidney, OH, conveniently located within driving distance to several larger cities, such as Dayton, Troy, and Columbus. The area's generally low costs of living, excellent school systems, and low crime rates create a family-friendly environment. The area is home to several growing communities with restaurants, festivals, shopping, and arts scenes that make them exciting places to live and work.
About Our Location
Our newly renovated Sidney campus has 1M square feet of manufacturing floor with an additional 120k square feet of leading-edge lab facilities. This location is the headquarters for our HVACR Americas business unit. Through our many years of compressor expertise, our products help bring comfort and convenience to refrigeration, commercial, industrial, and residential spaces. Approximately 1600 employees work in Sidney, 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 Sidney location. Learn more about us!
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.
