Refrigeration Test Engineer

Description:

What You’ll Do

• Proficiency is laboratory processes and test equipment as it relates to refrigeration systems: Integrated valves, tubing, controls, data logging, pumps, pneumatics, nozzles, etc.

• Manage and execute test plans by estimating equipment and personnel requirements, establishing timelines and milestones, perform testing or supervising technicians, and writing and distributing test reports on time to commitment.

• Contribute to complex product development programs as an active team member in Failure Mode and Effect Analysis, Design Validation Plans and A3/8D analysis

• Ensuring validation of product or subsystems using standard and custom methodologies

• Ensure compliance with safety standards and regulatory requirements (e.g., DOE, ENERGY STAR, UL, IEC, etc.) through rigorous testing and documentation.

• Conduct and/or supervise testing, collection and analysis of data, and interpret test results to evaluate the performance, reliability, and safety of equipment, and report to engineering test results

• Identify areas for improvement, troubleshoot technical issues, and propose and implement test process/procedure modifications.

• Assist with implementing 5S+ principles to ensure a clean, safe, and productive laboratory environment

• Develop and train on work instructions and procedures as it relates to refrigeration test

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineers, technicians, project managers, and stakeholders, to ensure project goals are met

Who You Are

• Independent Self-Starter: Takes prompt, proactive action to accomplish work goals with limited oversight

• Collaborative Partner: Uses interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with cross-functional teams

• Strategic Thinker: Relies on analytical and problem-solving skills to think strategically and execute tactically

Skills/Experience We’re Looking For

• Demonstrated experience with validation and failure analysis of refrigeration systems and components in foodservice and/or white goods appliances

• Deep understanding of thermodynamics, refrigeration cycles, and appliance testing methodologies, along with a strong technical background in both laboratory and field-testing environments.

• Experience with energy efficiency testing and certification for refrigeration systems.

• Mechanical aptitude, hands-on assembly, modification, tinkering and optimizing refrigeration systems

• Familiarity with agency requirements and regulating bodies, such as UL, NSF, DOE, IEC, ETL, ISO, EN, etc

• Working experience within an ISO17025 accredited laboratory

• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in work

• Effective communication skills and the ability to convey technical information clearly

• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment

• Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's in Engineering or a related field

• Proficiency in laboratory processes and test equipment as it relates to refrigeration systems including A2/A2L/A3 system

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• 10+ years of relevant experience working in a test laboratory function

• 5+ years of experience testing/validating/failure analysis of refrigeration systems