Systems Engineer

Copeland; Overath; Hybrid; EUR 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Copeland in Overath, Germany is seeking a Systems Engineer to join a multi-disciplinary team. The role focuses on custom refrigeration and gas compression system design, calculations, component selection, and documentation for customer projects, with a hybrid work model (office+2 days remote).

The ideal candidate has a Mechanical Engineering degree, 3+ years of experience, and strong CAD skills, especially AutoCAD.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• More than 3 years of engineering experience.
• Ability to address a wide variety of technical problems with minimal mentorship.
• Clear written and verbal communication of technical concepts.
• Experience with AutoCAD or similar 2D CAD software.
• Strong teamwork, willingness to learn, and adapt to changes.
• Travel willingness of 5-10%.

Responsibilities

• Review design for compliance with engineering principles, company standards, codes and specs.
• Review and interpret codes/standards for system compliance.
• Select system components and generate a P&ID with Mechanical Design input.
• Conduct calculations, design reviews with production, and prepare project docs.
• Review/approve production drawings and suggest design improvements to reduce costs or boost efficiency.
• Prepare equipment specs and coordinate with procurement for quotations.
• Participate in cross-functional teams to improve processes.

Skills

Problem solving

Communication

Team player

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Job 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!

Systems Engineer, this role is based in Overath, Germany with a hybrid working model that combines collaboration in the office with the flexibility of remote work(2 days working from home).

The Systems Engineer works as part of a multi-disciplinary team to undertake custom industrial refrigeration and gas compression system equipment design - performing calculations, making component selections, and building documentation for our customers according to requirements of their project. The engineer supports the delivery of project related engineering results and is responsible for the work they're assigned by the Project Engineer.

Success in this position requires the candidate to work efficiently in both a collaborative and independent environment, be safety conscious, have good interpersonal skills with both internal and external customers, pay high attention to details, and have a strong motivation for delivering objectives.

Key responsibilities of the role:

• Review compression system design for compliance with engineering principles, company standards, contract requirements, and related codes and specifications. Consult with the Project Engineer and Sales to settle degree of compliance with customer specifications and design requirements.
• Review and interpret codes and standards for system compliance.
• Make system component selections while generating a project Piping and Instrumentation Diagram (P&ID). Confer with Mechanical Design Engineers on standard products included in the project.
• Conduct all necessary calculations, design reviews with production, and develop all custom documentation required for project execution.
• Review and approve production drawings for custom systems, adding recommendations to improve design, reduce costs, or increase production efficiency. Chip in as a technical resource to the shop, customers, sales, and other departments to address and resolve questions and problems.
• Prepare specifications for custom equipment and work with procurement to obtain quotations.
• Participate in multi-functional teams to address new design issues and resolve problems to ensure the continuous, ongoing improvement of processes and methods.

Required qualifications and experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or other relevant field
• > 3 years of engineering experience.
• Ability to understand and address a wide variety of technical problems with little mentorship.
• Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly and concisely in writing and other presentation formats.
• Working experience with AutoCAD or similar 2D CAD software.
• Must be an outstanding teammate, willing to learn from experienced staff and capable of introducing positive changes.
• Ability to travel 5-10%.

Preferred qualifications and experience:

• Previous experience with Compression systems or other pressure piping systems. Experience with Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&ID).
• Understanding of manufacturing BOM structure and ERP.
• Previous experience in heat transfer products or thermodynamic systems.

About the Location:

Located at the heart of Europe, Aachen is a vibrant city known for its strong engineering heritage, international atmosphere, and close proximity to Belgium and the Netherlands. The region is home to world-class research institutions, advanced manufacturing, and a thriving technology community, making it an excellent environment for professionals passionate about innovation and sustainable technologies.

As part of our Aachen-based team, you'll have the opportunity to collaborate closely with colleagues across Product Management, Engineering, Sales, Marketing, and Supply Chain while contributing to solutions that support the future of commercial heating, cooling, and climate technologies.

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.