Lead Motor Control Engineer

Copeland LP; Sidney (OH); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k)

Paid parental leave

Job summary

Copeland seeks a Lead Motor Control Engineer – Power Electronics to advance embedded firmware for variable speed drive products. You will work with hardware teams to design, test and certify motor control firmware, while supporting product life cycle and customer needs.

The role requires a BS in Electrical/Computer Engineering and 7–10 years in embedded motor control with sensor-less methods, PFC algorithms and robust communication protocols.

Qualifications

• BS in Electrical or Computer Engineering or related field.

Responsibilities

• Develop, test and maintain embedded motor control firmware for variable speed drives.
• Assist in creating product specs, architecture, DFMEA and safety certifications for firmware and hardware.
• Design and test electrical equipment to characterize motors and user interface software.
• Coordinate design reviews, qualification plans and reliability testing for embedded power electronics.
• Create firmware test procedures and ensure compliance with standards.
• Support customers with software and hardware changes and root cause analysis.
• Collaborate with global teams on next generation motor control products.

Skills

embedded motor control firmware design

power electronics

sensor-less motor control

PFC algorithms

communication protocols

team coordination

verbal and written communication

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical/Computer Engineering

6+ years embedded motor control experience

Tools

Matlab/Simulink

hardware-in-the-loop

schematic capture

Job description

## Lead Motor Control EngineerApplyremote type: Hybridlocations: Sidney, OH, USAtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR116167**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, Copeland’s Controls Solutions business unit has an exciting opportunity to influence the next generation of variable speed drive products. We are looking for a highly motivated Lead Motor Control Engineer – Power Electronics to join our Global Power Electronics team. Reporting to the Director of Global Product Engineering - Power Electronics, the Lead Motor Control Engineer will utilize knowledge and experience of power electronics motor control and embedded firmware design, development, modeling and simulation to support sourcing and qualification of variable speed drive products. Provide customer support and sustain appropriate life cycle of these products for growth and profitability.**As a Lead Motor Control Engineer – Power Electronics, you will:*** Develop, support and test embedded motor control firmware for variable speed drive products* Assist in developing product specifications, architecture, schedules, design documents, DFMEA, safety agency certification and product release focusing on the firmware side of the product along with a hardware engineer.* Design, develop, and test electrical equipment, components, and systems to test firmware, characterize motors and user interface software as needed and assist in performance and qualification testing of variable speed motor drive products* Coordinate and execute design reviews, performance, qualification, and reliability test plan for embedded power electronics products* Assist in developing and documenting firmware test procedures and standards for engineering as needed* Review and interpret agency standards to ensure product compliance* Execute Engineering design Changes (ECNs) to support customers with product firmware/hardware changes, root cause analysis of fiend return, and any quality or manufacturing engineering-related activities throughout the life of the products* Perform competitive product analysis and assist in supplier selection and next generation new product development from a motor control perspective* Provide variable speed drive software product support to our customers* Play a highly independent technical firmware product engineering role in local and global work groups**REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS:*** Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field* 7-10 years of engineering experience with an emphasis on embedded motor control firmware design and development or equivalent combination of education and experience* Experienced with different sensor-less motor control methods, PFC algorithms, and communication protocols* Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to coordinate multiple tasks with a global team simultaneously* Skilled in organizing, prioritizing, and coordinating engineering activities with a product team within and outside of the organization* Ability and willingness to work with a global team and accommodate late evening meetings at least once a week* Skilled in organizing, prioritizing, and coordinating highly effective working relationships with all levels of personnel both inside and outside the engineering organization**PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCES & SKILLS:*** Master of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field* 10-12 years of engineering experience with an emphasis on embedded motor control firmware design and development or equivalent combination of education and experience* Demonstrated in-depth technical knowledge of power electronics hardware and embedded firmware design including micro-controllers, digital and analog circuits on several platforms highly preferred* Experience working with customers and safety agencies such as UL/VDE Experienced in EMI/EMC mitigation techniques.* Experience working with variable speed drives and auto motor characterization methods* In depth knowledge of multiple power electronics inverter and converter topologies, architectures and control a plus* Experience working with Matlab/Simulink, hardware in the loop simulation, schematic capture and simulation tools#LI-GR1**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.If you have a disability and are having difficulty accessing or using this website to apply for a position, please contact: [e-mail]### About UsWith $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.