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 a SALES ENGINEERING professional looking for an opportunity to grow, Copeland has an exciting opportunity for you! Based in our CUDAHY, WI location, you will work with the Vilter LCS sales team to generate quotes for new opportunities, manage customer data and promote our technology to favorably position us for future business opportunities.

AS A SALES SPECIALIST, YOU WILL:

• Prepare proposals for Vilter Genuine parts and major equipment spares

• Manage customer profiles including multipliers, incentives and historical sales analytics

• Track in-process LCS orders and communicate status to customers

• Work seamlessly with LCS sales team and existing customer operation’s teams to develop, propose and close new lifecycle service solutions

• Build meaningful and lasting relationships by promoting Vilter's broad value proposition that will position us for future project opportunities

• Acquire the deep understanding of our customer’s needs and challenges to provide them the most efficient and effective solutions

• Expand upon Vilter’s project scope on each opportunity

• Work closely with sales, application engineering, marketing, R&D and management on market challenges and requirements

• Perform analytics to track customer sales and ordering trends

• Support product pricing for LCS parts and services to maximize sales

• Execute Sales Plans to exceed defined sales and gross margin objectives

REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, & SKILLS:

• Bachelors degree or equivalent in an engineering or related technical field

• Comfortable working with industrial site operational teams

• Proficient in understanding product parts and services for compression and system technologies

• Able to take complex solutions and convey them in easy to understand concepts

• Ability to work across functional groups and influence team members

• Understand basic financial calculations and commercial concepts

• Ability to travel up to 10%

• Legal authorization to work in the United States - Sponsorship will not be provided for this position.

PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, & SKILLS:

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or electrical engineering

• Two (2) or more years experience in the Compression, Refrigeration or Gas Application industries or in Service Sales Experience

• Three (3) or more years of experience and proven success in a sales role working for a Compression Company serving refrigeration, gas or services compression markets

• Experience working remotely in a business development sales role

Schedule

The facility works 24 hours a day and typically 5 days a week. Our core office hours range anywhere between 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM, and are flexible given we work together to best support business demands as well as the needs of our customers around the world.

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.

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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.

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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.