Supplier Quality 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! 

Shape a Sustainable Future with Copeland 

At Copeland, we’re driven by purpose and powered by people. Our Internship Program gives you the opportunity to gain real-world experience while contributing to innovative, sustainable solutions that make a difference for people and the planet. As an intern, you’ll be immersed in meaningful work, supported by expert mentors, and empowered to explore your potential across multiple areas of our business. 

This is a 3-4 month paid learning experience where you’ll have the chance to connect with other interns and engage with leaders across Copeland. You’ll work alongside passionate professionals who are committed to helping you grow—both personally and professionally. From day one, you’ll contribute your ideas, build meaningful skills, and take part in hands-on projects that make a real impact on our business and the world around us. 

What to Expect 

Real projects with real impact—from day one 

Mentorship from leaders who are invested in your growth 

Opportunities to explore multiple departments and career paths 

A culture built on collaboration, innovation, and inclusion 

This role is for the Summer Intern Term:

Summer: May 18th - August 14th, 2026

Ready to build what's next—for your future and the world? Join us at Copeland! 

The Team & Role 

As a Supplier Quality & Development Engineer you will drive metrics of cost, delivery and quality to support the business objectives and use skills such as problem solving, advance quality planning, and design for manufacturing.  This position has the responsibility to coordinate with procurement counterparts in strategic and tactical supply base decisions. Will be involved thru multiple stages of the Gate Management Process beginning with supplier assessment audits, reviewing proposals, technical reviews and quality planning, process development, production approval and launch. 

 Key Responsibilities & Your Day-to-Day  

Evaluate suppliers by leading/conducting quality system audits using the Copeland Supplier Audit (CSA).  Assist with source selection and development of suppliers regionally. 

Assist commodity specific SQE’s and the supplier in communicating requirements of a PPAP and supplier corrective actions as part of a Controlled Safe Launch Process. Audit supplier controls and processes are capable of consistently producing components meeting all requirements. Assure supplier PFMEA, Control Plans, and other process documentation is adequate to achieve a smooth product launch. 

Develop and support suppliers through visits, process audits, lean projects, providing manufacturing process technical guidance, and other means as appropriate. 

Quality Audits: Assist in Conducting regular audits of supplier facilities to ensure compliance with quality standards. 

Process Improvement: Collaborating with suppliers and internal partners to enhance manufacturing processes and reduce defects. 

Quality Control: Developing and implementing quality control plans, including inspection and testing procedures. 

Data Analysis: Analyzing quality data and trends to identify areas for improvement. 

Documentation: Maintaining records of supplier performance, quality audits, and corrective actions. 

Support new product development programs by participating in design reviews and provide commodity related design improvement suggestions for global sourcing, design/manufacturing optimization, and process/tool design. 

What You Bring 

Quality engineering experience including formal training in: APQP; Flow Charting, Control plans, PFMEA, Statistical Process Control, Measurement System Analysis (Gage R&R) 

Written and verbal communication and leadership thru all levels of a global corporation.  Preparing slides for communication to leadership

Problem Solving, Corrective Action, Process Improvement Techniques, Quality Auditing; Quality Systems; ISO 9001 and/or IATF16949 

Pursuing Bachelor's Degree in Engineering / Manufacturing 

Read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications including GD&T  

Minimum Qualifications 

Currently enrolled and pursuing a bachelor's degree in related field

Legal authorization to work in the United States – Sponsorship will not be provided for this role 

Preferred Qualifications

Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher

Major in mechanical engineering, manufacturing engineering, industrial engineering, electrical engineering, materials engineering, or chemical engineering

Anticipated Graduation of May 2027 

Why Copeland? 

Conversion focused program offering competitive compensation and benefits 

Flexible dress code and collaborative work environment  

Access to social, networking, and professional development events 

Relocation assistance may be provided to program participants who reside more than 51 miles from the internship location. 

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.