Careers at ebm‑papst

At ebm‑papst, we are committed to engineering a better life. We drive innovation through sustainable and digital solutions, enabling our customers to reduce emissions and embrace resource-efficient manufacturing. This wouldn’t be possible without our exceptional team.

Our employees are the very cornerstone of our success and the driving force behind our global leadership in fans and motors. We recognize the importance of employee innovation, commitment, and motivation and therefore strive to create an environment that will empower and encourage our team.

Our claim:
good climate worldwide.
Even with each other.

What motivates us at ebm‑papst every day and connects us in the long term? A common goal: We make sustainable and intelligent solutions for a better climate – for people, their applications and our environment. To achieve this, we are constantly developing ourselves, our innovative working environment and the way we work together. Courageous, inspiring and cosmopolitan. At ebm‑papst, we call this Better Working. Better Teams. Better Future. Become a part of it!

Our commitment to employee satisfaction

Teamwork

We drive success through a clear organizational structure and a management concept that empowers all employees with a high degree of personal responsibility.

Education/training opportunities

We prioritize individual support, development, and improvement, allowing our employees to harness their personal and professional strengths and grow continuously.

Strong team spirit

Our employees work together as a well-coordinated team, benefiting from each other's expertise and being inspired by innovative ideas.

What makes ebm‑papst so strong
as a community

It is our aspiration to engineer a better life that gives us a clear compass for the future. It allows us to grow together, enjoy our cooperation and make a tangible contribution to a better life. In constant exchange with our 15,000 colleagues worldwide, we focus on what we have done best since the company was founded in 1963: innovative, sustainable ventilation technology. We want to lead them enthusiastically into a new era. With intelligent digital solutions that save energy and emissions, conserve resources and protect the climate. Learn more at Better Working, Better Teams and Better Future.

Career Spotlight

Field Service Technician

Location: Telford, TN

This position is responsible for performing repair work, troubleshooting issues, and commissioning new installations at ebm‑papst customer locations throughout North America. The role requires working independently to coordinate and execute mechanical repair activities at customer sites as needed, as well as diagnosing and resolving field issues through electrical measurements and advanced troubleshooting techniques acquired through company-provided training. Responsibilities also include completing all required documentation, such as field service reports, and maintaining clear communication regarding service activities. The position requires a willingness to travel extensively to customer locations across North America, approximately 50% to 75% of the time, primarily during the normal work week, to support customers and ensure successful equipment operation and installation.

RMA Specialist

Location: Farmington, CT

The RMA Specialist is responsible for managing the end-to-end Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) and credit processes while supporting order entry activities and key Customer Relations initiatives. This role serves as a critical liaison between customers, sales, operations, and quality teams to ensure a seamless customer experience through the efficient handling of returns and timely order processing. The ideal candidate is highly detail-oriented, process-driven, and customer-focused, with the ability to manage multiple workflows in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities include owning and managing the full RMA lifecycle, from intake, validation, and approval through final submission, as well as generating and issuing RMAs and ensuring all required documentation is complete and accurate. The role also coordinates product returns for repair, replacement, or credit in accordance with company policies and procedures, helping to ensure customer satisfaction and process efficiency.

Project Coordinator

Location: Telford, TN

The Localization Coordinator plays a pivotal role in facilitating the successful execution of localization projects by ensuring timely delivery, quality outcomes, and effective communication among cross-functional teams. This position is responsible for coordinating project activities, tracking progress, managing resources, supporting compliance requirements, and assisting stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle. Working closely with project managers, the Localization Coordinator helps develop project plans, timelines, and schedules while collaborating with internal teams and stakeholders to ensure alignment on project objectives, deliverables, and milestones. The role also includes scheduling and facilitating project meetings, working with project personnel to identify and resolve issues, and serving as the primary technical communication link with various suppliers and tool shops to support successful project execution and project goals.

Farmington, Connecticut Job Openings

CNC Lathe Operator - 1st Shift

Location: Farmington, CT

The essential functions of this job require the person, with our without reasonable accommodations, to perform the following:

  • Scan manufacturing orders for labor and machine time reporting.
  • Follow oral and written instructions while using close vision to read and interpret CAD drawings and manufacturing orders. Locate suitable CNC Code (or “program”) and transfer from the storage location to CNC machine and modify program as needed to meet final machining conditions and inspection tolerances.
  • Prepare and pre-set all tools needed for machining operations from machine set-up sheets. Assemble cutting tools into tool holders and position tool holders into the machine tool changer.

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CNC Lathe Operator - 2nd shift

Location: Farmington, CT

This position is responsible for setting up and operating CNC machines to machine metal, cast aluminum, or plastics parts as needed.

  • Scan manufacturing orders for labor and machine time reporting.
  • Follow oral and written instructions while using close vision to read and interpret CAD drawings and manufacturing orders. Locate suitable CNC Code (or “program”) and transfer from the storage location to CNC machine and modify program as needed to meet final machining conditions and inspection tolerances.
  • Prepare and pre-set all tools needed for machining operations from machine set-up sheets. Assemble cutting tools into tool holders and position tool holders into the machine tool changer.
  • Lift or move up to 25 pounds to load tools and workpieces into the machine.
  • Perform first piece measurements and periodic quality checks as prescribed by the process documentation. Demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness, look for ways to improve and promote quality, and offer ideas to improve machine performance.


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Customer Relations Representative

Location: Farmington, CT

The Customer Relations Representative serves as a primary point of contact for OEM customers, authorized distributors, and the outside sales team. This role supports order entry, delivery coordination, customer inquiries, and issue resolution while helping ensure accurate communication, timely follow-up, and strong customer service. The ideal candidate is highly detail-oriented, process-driven, and customer-focused, with the ability to manage multiple workflows in a fast-paced environment.

  • Enter, maintain, and review sales orders received from OEM customers and authorized distributors; verify pricing, delivery information, and order documentation.
  • Communicate with customers regarding new and existing orders, special requests, deliveries, lead times, pricing within assigned authority, and order status.
  • Review open-order and past-due reports to monitor order status, identify delays, and coordinate follow-up to support on-time delivery.
  • Process customer sample requests and coordinate related order activity.


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Global Product Manager Liquid Cooling Solutions

Location: Farmington, CT

Responsible for end-to-end ownership of the global product strategy, portfolio roadmap, requirements definition and commercial market success of liquid cooling pump solutions, with strong focus on the US lead market, hyperscaler requirements and customer proximity.

  • Define and drive global product strategy, portfolio roadmap and market positioning for the liquid cooling pump portfolio.
  • Own the business performance of the assigned product portfolio, including business case realization, market success and portfolio competitiveness.
  • Translate US customer needs and hyperscaler requirements into prioritized product requirements as input for development projects and industrialization decisions.
  • Define product requirements and priorities and align their implementation with R&D, Systemhouse Datacenter and regional teams.


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Liquid Cooling Pump Application & Service Specialist

Location: Farmington, CT

Responsible for hands-on commissioning, testing, qualification, sample final assembly, field service, and global training enablement for liquid cooling pump solutions during the build-up of the business incubator. The role combines customer-facing application support, test bench execution, service capability building, measurement data handling and practical feedback into product and process improvement.

  • Commission liquid cooling pumps and pump assemblies at customer sites, including functional checks, start-up support, troubleshooting and documentation of results.

  • Capture, process and evaluate measurement data from customer commissioning, test bench activities and field service assignments; translate findings into actionable recommendations.
  • Perform test bench measurements, characterization and qualification of pumps, including hydraulic, electrical, thermal, acoustic and endurance-related validation as applicable.
  • Prepare, execute and document test plans, validation reports, customer-specific trial runs and release recommendations for pump samples and application setups.


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Logistics Coordinator

Location: Farmington, CT

This position is responsible for the day-to-day coordination and communication of escalated customer shipments, inventory discrepancies and data entry and reporting for the receiving team.

  • Serve as the main point of contact for commercial teams (Sales, Customer Experience) to escalate customer shipment needs and order inquiries.
  • Field and respond to shipment-related inquiries via email in a timely and professional manner.
  • Locate and confirm inventory availability in SAP to support open customer orders.
  • Coordinate with the warehouse team to prioritize, pick, pack, and ship orders, including expedited/air-freight orders.


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Manufacturing Supervisor 3rd Shift

Location: Farmington, CT

This position is responsible for supervising second shift employees engaged in Sheet Metal and Value Added operations to support safety, quality, delivery, productivity, and continuous improvement objectives.

  • Manage, hire, lead, motivate and train the Sheet Metal and Value Added Departments in accordance with organizational policies and applicable laws. Exhibit confidence in self and staff. Resolve interdepartmental issues, accept feedback and give recognition.
  • Interpret company policies to team members and enforce safety regulations.
  • Interpret specifications, blueprints and job orders. Assign duties to appropriate personnel.
  • Establish or adjust work procedures to meet production schedules.


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Quality Technician

Location: Farmington, CT

The Quality Technician performs hands-on inspection, testing, and calibration activities to ensure products and processes meet established quality standards. This role supports first article inspections, dimensional verification, calibration of measuring equipment, and collection of quality data for analysis. The technician assists engineers with test plans, trains operators on inspection techniques, and maintains compliance with ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 requirements.

  • Perform first article and in-process inspections using precision measurement tools; document results and tag nonconforming material.
  • Conduct calibration of gauges and measuring equipment; maintain calibration schedules and records in compliance with company procedures.
  • Assist in reliability and repeatability testing; collect and record data for statistical analysis.
  • Support quality engineers in developing inspection standards and test plans.


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Quality Systems Manager

Location: Farmington, CT

This position is responsible for planning, coordinating and directing quality programs designed to ensure quality control and quality assurance of the production of products consistent with established standards.

  • Formulate and maintain quality objectives complementary to corporate policies and goals.
  • Manage, hire, lead, motivate and train the Quality Department in accordance with organizational policies and applicable laws. Exhibit confidence in self and staff. Resolve interdepartmental issues, accept feedback and give recognition.
  • Interpret quality philosophy to key personnel in organization.
  • Provide computerized status reports describing progress and concerns related to inspection activities, nonconforming items, and or other items related to the quality of the process, material or product.


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Production Planner

Location: Farmington, CT

The Production Planner is responsible for developing and maintaining executable production schedules that align customer demand, material availability, and manufacturing capacity.

This position partners closely with Materials, Manufacturing, Engineering, Sourcing, and Customer Service to identify constraints, communicate schedule risks, and support production readiness.

The ideal candidate possesses strong analytical skills, SAP proficiency, and the ability to interpret data, identify issues, and support effective decision-making across the business.

Success in this role requires a proactive approach to schedule management, attention to detail, and the ability to anticipate and communicate risks before they impact production or customer delivery.

This role moves beyond transactional order scheduling by supporting schedule integrity, production readiness, and stable factory flow.

  • Develop and maintain daily, weekly, and monthly production schedules aligned to customer demand and plant capacity.
  • Ensure all production orders released into manufacturing are executable and meet established readiness requirements.
  • Balance demand, labor capacity, material availability, and equipment constraints when creating schedules.


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RMA Specialist

Location: Farmington, CT

The RMA Specialist is responsible for managing the end-to-end Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) process and credit process, while supporting order entry and key Customer Relations initiatives. This role serves as a critical liaison between customers, sales, operations, and quality to ensure a seamless customer experience through efficient handling of returns and timely order processing.

The ideal candidate is highly detail-oriented, process-driven, and customer-focused, with the ability to manage multiple workflows in a fast-paced environment.

  • Own and manage the full RMA lifecycle, including intake, validation, approval, and submission
  • Generate and issue RMAs and ensure all required documentation is complete and accurate
  • Coordinate returns for repair, replacement, or credit in alignment with company policies
  • Communicate return instructions, expectations, and status updates to customers
  • Partner with warehouse, quality, and supply chain teams to track returned materials and ensure timely processing


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Strategic Customer Relations Representative

Location: Farmington, CT

This position is responsible for communicating with strategic customers regarding the companies’ products and services.

  • Enter, maintain, and review sales orders and forecast reports as received from OEM customers. Verify price and delivery and maintain files for orders.
  • Communicate with customers on new and existing orders and any special requests. Answer inquiries on deliveries, lead times, pricing (at assigned level), and order status.
  • Provides daily and project support to Strategic Account Managers. Back-up for team members who are out of the office or unavailable.
  • Builds and maintain business relationship with SAM and client by providing prompt and accurate service so as to promote customer loyalty.
  • Review Open Order Report as needed. Monitor open order status to make sure customers are ordering within lead times and we are shipping as promised.


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Farmington, Connecticut Part Time Positions

CNC Lathe Operator - Weekend Shift

Location: Farmington, CT

This position is responsible for setting up and operating CNC machines to machine metal, cast aluminum, or plastics parts as needed.

  • Scan manufacturing orders for labor and machine time reporting.
  • Follow oral and written instructions while using close vision to read and interpret CAD drawings and manufacturing orders. Locate suitable CNC Code (or “program”) and transfer from the storage location to CNC machine and modify program as needed to meet final machining conditions and inspection tolerances.
  • Prepare and pre-set all tools needed for machining operations from machine set-up sheets. Assemble cutting tools into tool holders and position tool holders into the machine tool changer.
  • Lift or move up to 25 pounds to load tools and workpieces into the machine.
  • Perform first piece measurements and periodic quality checks as prescribed by the process documentation. Demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness, look for ways to improve and promote quality, and offer ideas to improve machine performance.


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Farmington, Connecticut Student Programs

Finance Intern

Location: Farmington, CT

We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Finance Intern to join our dynamic finance team. This internship provides an excellent opportunity for students to apply their classroom knowledge to real-world projects while gaining hands-on experience in their field of study. The intern will work alongside experienced finance professionals and contribute to a variety of tasks, projects, and initiatives across different finance disciplines. THIS IS A SCHOOL YEAR INTERNSHIP.

  • Assist with financial analysis and reporting.
  • Conduct research on financial trends and market conditions.
  • Help with the reconciliation of accounts and financial data.
  • Assist in the preparation of presentations and reports for management.


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Telford, Tennessee Job Openings

Field Service Technician

Location: Telford, TN

This position is responsible for performing repair work, troubleshooting problems and commissioning new installations at ebm‑papst customer locations throughout North America.

  • Work independently to coordinate and execute mechanical repair work at customer locations as needed
  • Troubleshoot problems in the field by taking simple electrical measurements or using more advanced techniques resulting from training provided
  • Complete any required documentation including field reports
  • Willingness to travel to customer sites within North America approximately 50%-75% of the time, primarily but not exclusively, during the normal work week.
  • Ability to work in varied work environments including outdoors, on building roofs, in confined spaces, in warm/cold environments


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Material Planner

Location: Telford, TN

The essential functions of this job require the person, with or without reasonable accommodations, to perform the following:

  • Responsible for maintaining appropriate inventory levels to support production plan.
  • Order all Serial Production parts from vendors/suppliers in correct QTY and to correct time to meet production demand.
  • Works with suppliers to expedite or defer materials as dictated by changes in internal and external customer requirements and to meet production and inventory objectives.
  • Communicates near-term and mid-range demand forecasts with suppliers to ensure material availability
  • Identifies and escalates issues that may impact production or customer delivery timelines
  • Work with sourcing department to ensure all component parts are available to meet start date build schedules.


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Project Engineer - Coating

Location: Telford, TN

The Project Engineer is responsible for the planning, coordination, execution, and commissioning of a new powder coat painting line installation within a manufacturing facility. The role oversees all phases of the project from concept development and equipment specification through installation, startup, qualification, and handoff to operations. The Project Engineer serves as the primary technical lead between equipment suppliers, contractors, manufacturing, maintenance, quality, EHS, and corporate management.

  • Manage capital expenditure (CapEx) projects ranging from equipment procurement through startup.
  • Develop equipment specifications and technical requirements for:
    • Powder coating booths
    • Pretreatment systems
    • Dry-off ovens
    • Cure ovens
  • Oversee site preparation and facility modifications.
  • Support development of powder coating process parameters.


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Project / Process Manager

Location: Telford, TN

The Project / Process Manager – is responsible for leading strategic sourcing and localization projects for components and subassemblies. This role coordinates cross-functional activities between Engineering, Purchasing, Quality, Manufacturing, Logistics, and Suppliers to ensure components are sourced competitively, delivered on time, and meet all technical, commercial, and quality requirements.

The Project Manager drives supplier development, cost reduction initiatives, capacity planning, risk mitigation, and localization strategies to support business growth and supply chain resilience.

  • Identify project needs such as resources, staff, or finances by reviewing project objectives and schedules.
  • Schedule or facilitate project meetings. (Kick-Off meetings)
  • Lead component sourcing and localization projects from concept through production implementation.
  • Monitor costs incurred by project staff to identify budget issues.


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Project Engineer - Welding

Location: Telford, TN

The Project Engineer is responsible for leading the planning, development, installation, optimization, and continuous improvement of welding processes and equipment within a manufacturing environment. The role supports new product launches, capital equipment projects, automation initiatives, quality improvements, cost reduction efforts, and production capacity expansion. The Project Engineer works closely with Operations, Quality, Maintenance, Tooling, Product Engineering, and outside suppliers to ensure safe, efficient, and repeatable welding processes.

  • Lead welding-related capital projects from concept through production launch.
  • Develop and optimize welding processes including:
    • MIG/GMAW
    • TIG/GTAW
    • Resistance Spot Welding
    • Projection Welding
  • Lead integration of vision systems, conveyors, and automated material handling systems.
  • Utilize SPC, PFMEA, Control Plans, and root cause analysis methodologies.
  • Provide technical guidance to supervisors, weld technicians, and operators.


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Project Coordinator

Location: Telford, TN

As a Localization Coordinator, you will play a pivotal role in facilitating the successful execution of localization projects, ensuring timely delivery, quality outcomes, and effective communication among cross-functional teams. Your responsibilities will encompass coordinating project activities, tracking progress, managing resources, compliance, and supporting stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.

  • Collaborate with project managers to develop project plans, timelines, and schedules. Coordinate with internal teams, and stakeholders to ensure alignment on project objectives, deliverables, and milestones.
  • Schedule or facilitate project meetings.
  • Confer with project personnel to identify and resolve problems.
  • Serve as the primary technical communication link with various suppliers and tool shops.
  • Plan and implement plant wide projects per management and customer requirements.


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Quality Technician

Location: Telford, TN

The Quality Technician performs hands-on inspection, testing, and calibration activities to ensure products and processes meet established quality standards. This role supports first article inspections, dimensional verification, calibration of measuring equipment, and collection of quality data for analysis. The technician assists engineers with test plans, trains operators on inspection techniques, and maintains compliance with ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 requirements.

  • Perform first article and in-process inspections using precision measurement tools; document results and tag nonconforming material.
  • Conduct calibration of gauges and measuring equipment; maintain calibration schedules and records in compliance with company procedures.
  • Assist in reliability and repeatability testing; collect and record data for statistical analysis.
  • Support quality engineers in developing inspection standards and test plans.
  • Train production personnel on proper inspection and measurement techniques.


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Senior Production Planning Analyst

Location: Telford, TN

The Senior Production Planning Analyst develops and maintains the production allocation strategy for North American manufacturing facilities. This role provides analytical leadership for plant capacity management, maintains capacity models and ERP capacity data, and converts demand, production, and performance information into actionable recommendations.

The Senior Production Planning Analyst monitors plant performance and schedule adherence, evaluates capacity requirements for suppliers and future business opportunities, supports capacity expansion projects, and leads the monthly capacity review within the SIOP process. The role partners closely with Plant Operations, Production Planning, Purchasing, Engineering, Sales, and the broader supply chain organization.

  • Develop and maintain the production allocation strategy for North American manufacturing facilities
  • Develop, maintain, and improve plant capacity models for North American facilities
  • Track and monitor plant performance results, schedule adherence, capacity utilization, and other planning indicators
  • Support the Purchasing team with supplier capacity studies and assessments


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Supply Chain Project Manager

Location: Telford, TN

The Supply Chain Project Manager supports localization projects, product transition, and end-of-life projects to ensure effective material management during planned changes. This role leads cross-functional coordination to minimize material obsolescence, identify and escalate supply chain risks, and communicate recovery plans between the global supply chain organization and plant material managers.

The Supply Chain Project Manager provides disciplined project leadership across ramp-up, ramp-down, and end-of-life activities, with a strong focus on material availability, run-out timing, risk visibility, stakeholder alignment, and timely execution of recovery actions.

  • Support the Localization Team on ramp-up and ramp-down projects
  • Lead cross-functional teams during end-of-life projects to minimize the creation of obsolete material
  • Determine material run-out timing and the potential impact to production, customer commitments, and project milestones
  • Monitor execution, validate progress, and report changes to recovery timing or material availability


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Telford, TN Student Programs

At this time, there are no internship opportunities available at our Telford location.



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