Quality Assurance Engineer

Job description

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 someone looking for a career change, a professional, an undergraduate student exploring your first opportunity, or recent graduate, we have opportunities that will allow you to innovate, be challenged and make an impact. Join our team and start your journey today! We are seeking a Quality Assurance Programmable Platform Engineer to join our Engineering team. This role focuses on ensuring the quality, reliability, and performance of programmable electronic controllers before their official release to production. The engineer will work across both software and hardware domains, defining and executing test strategies, validating product functionality, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives. The role involves close collaboration with Product Management, Engineering, Technical Support, and international development teams to ensure products meet customer and business requirements. This job is based in Belluno, Italy , and regular on-site presence is required. Salary: €28,000 - €40,000 gross annual salary, depending on experience and qualifications. Key Responsibilities of the Role Contribute to the definition and review of product requirements and features in collaboration with Product Management and other stakeholders. Define, document, and verify product use cases and functional requirements. Design, execute, and maintain functional testing activities for both software and hardware components. Define and manage laboratory test setups for product validation and verification. Identify product improvement opportunities and provide feedback to Engineering and Product Management teams. Support the development and maintenance of automated testing solutions and test environments. Collaborate with global teams to investigate issues, perform debugging activities, and improve product performance. Support continuous integration (CI) processes and contribute to increased test automation. Provide advanced technical support and product expertise for complex customer issues. Prepare test documentation, validation reports, and defect analysis records. Required Skills and Qualifications Technical education in Electronics, Computer Science, Automation Engineering, or a related field. Understanding of software testing principles and quality assurance methodologies. Familiarity with automated testing tools such as Selenium or similar solutions. Ability to read and understand electrical schematics and technical documentation. Basic coding knowledge or experience with software development concepts. Knowledge of industrial communication protocols such as Modbus, BACnet, MQTT, or similar. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams. Good communication and interpersonal skills. Advanced English language skills (written and verbal). Preferred Skills and Qualifications Experience in quality assurance, testing, validation, or verification of software and electronic products. Experience with test automation frameworks and automated testing environments. Experience with continuous integration (CI/CD) tools and processes. Familiarity with embedded systems and programmable electronic controllers. Knowledge of cybersecurity concepts and secure product development practices. Experience troubleshooting both software and hardware-related issues. Proactive attitude, adaptability, and willingness to continuously develop technical competencies. About the location: Copeland Controls is a global leader in high-quality products and services, distributed and supported across more than 70 countries by a network of skilled and knowledgeable professionals. Our Belluno (Italy) manufacturing site employs over 200 dedicated team members who provide exceptional training, hospitality, and customer service, ensuring the correct selection of controllers and efficient after-sales support. Our brand-new Innovation Center spans 1,000 sq.m and features a cutting-edge research and development laboratory. This state-of-the-art facility allows us to test control systems directly on counters, cabinets, and compressor racks under real-world environmental and operational conditions. 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 parental leav , 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 or disability . We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment. Work Authorization Copeland will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the Country in which they apply. This is not a position for which sponsorship or work authorization will be provided. No calls or agency requests please.