**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! **Description** If you are an engineering executive looking for an opportunity to grow and develop, Copeland has an opening for you based at our Cudahy, WI facility. This role is a member of the executive leadership team for Vilter, the Copeland Industrial business division, led by the VP & GM. The successful candidate will drive the functional and strategic vision for engineering, and the execution of our technology and software roadmap to drive profitable growth in a globally expanding business. We are seeking a VP Engineering who is innovative, technically adept, execution oriented, as well as a developer of talent. **As the VP Engineering, you will:** + Develop and implement strategies to ensure technical leadership of existing product lines as well as research and design of new products and technologies as the business expands globally + Set the strategic vision and metrics for the department to deliver on business objectives inclusive of the product/software roadmap, product enhancements, product improvements and cost reductions + Develop a roadmap for the engineering function to accomplish a transition from highly engineered, to more configurable product offerings with broader geographic reach + Participate in the Copeland Global Engineering Leadership Team to build and leverage standard processes to achieve broader Copeland engineering vision and performance targets + Align engineering priorities to meet business needs. Collaborate across functions to get feedback, solve problems, promote standard processes, and understand the impact of initiatives + Provide leadership and guidance to the engineering organization + Hire, mentor, engage, and develop talent, providing paths for career growth and ongoing succession management + Set and regulate engineering budget aligned to the financial goals of the business + Ensure the establishment and administration of sound quality controls to acquire and secure continued certification and compliance of the technology function **Required education, experiences & skills:** + Bachelors in Engineering (Electrical or Mechanical) + 15+ years of relevant professional experience + 10+ years leading and developing engineering teams in industrial, manufactured product, and/or project environments + Experience leading and directing work for global engineering teams + Excellent communication (written and oral) and organization skills + Proven track record of successful New Product Development and R&D + Demonstrated ability to communicate with internal and external customers + Able to travel 25% + Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now and in the future **Preferred education, experiences & skills** + MBA + Knowledge of Compression technology and systems including heat exchangers, gas separation and/or treatment applications in process gas or refrigeration applications. + Experience leading development of configuration tools for customer selection, model based engineering design (Inventor iLogic), and ERP configuration for project execution (Oracle) + Experience with NPD and R&D within a manufacturing industrial enterprise + Familiarity with Electronics (starters, motors) and Controls (PLC, microprocessor) technology including data acquisition, data analytics, and diagnostics. + Familiarity with Engineering Design Codes such as ASME, PED, B31.3 and B31.5, and international design codes including related quality efforts + Ability to evaluate and navigate new technologies including patents **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 an extravagant Fourth of July celebration. 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 of 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 225 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. \#LI-MG1 **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 Diversity, Equity & Inclusion** At Copeland, we believe having a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment is critical to our success. We are committed to creating a culture where every employee feels welcomed, heard, respected, and valued for their experiences, ideas, perspectives and expertise. Ultimately, our diverse and inclusive culture is the key to driving industry-leading innovation, better serving our customers and making a positive impact in the communities where we live.  **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: copeland.careers@copeland.com 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.