Lead Firmware Quality Assurance Engineer

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!

Your tasks will include:

• Create and own software quality assurance process adhering to ISO 25010 and V-model.

• Develop and execute test strategies and plans with test engineers for the validation of hardware and firmware to ensure compliance with performance, reliability and safety requirements

• Lead firmware quality assurance department with scope for future direct reporting.

• Perform and coordinate functional, stress and environmental testing on hardware components and embedded firmware systems for variable speed drives

• Collaborate with hardware and firmware development teams to define quality requirements and ensure that Design for Testability (DfT) principles are considered

• Perform manual and automated testing of firmware functions, control algorithms and hardware components to verify behavior under real-world conditions

• Analyze test results to determine root cause of issues and work closely with development teams to drive corrective actions and process improvements

• Continuously improve the test methodology in collaboration with regional labs and test engineers to ensure consistency and adherence to the highest quality standards

• Document test results, provide detailed reports, and ensure traceability of requirements, test cases and outcomes throughout the product lifecycle

Ideally you will bring:

• You hold a degree in Electrical & Electronics Engineering, Automation Technology, Mechatronics, or a closely related field

• Minimum 10 years of experience in hardware and firmware quality assurance, preferably in variable speed drive or power electronics applications

• Firmware (Software) C-Code & Programming Embedded C is must, Python Scripting is good to have, hardware testing knowledge is good to have, Team Lead Experience is good to have

• Strong knowledge of V-model process and ISO 25010

• ISTQB Advanced Certificated is preferred

• Strong knowledge of testing methodologies for hardware and embedded systems, including functional, regression and environmental testing

• Experience with firmware validation, including testing of motor control algorithms, communication protocols and safety-critical functions

• MATLAB & SIMULINK working knowledge is must

• Knowledge of industry standards related to quality, reliability, and safety (e.g., IEC 61800, ISO 25010, UL). Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with keen attention to detail

• Intercultural competence, assertiveness, proactivity and the ability to work independently

• Solid spoken and written English skills, the ability to communicate ideas effectively in a professional environment and a good understanding of industry-specific terminology

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.