Electronic Controls Certification Engineer II

AAON, Inc.•Kansas City, MO

About The Position

Perform and support testing and certification for electronic control systems used in HVAC and related equipment. The role collaborates with Test Engineers and Lab Technicians on test setup and execution, reviews test data, and maintains current knowledge of standards and regulatory requirements relevant to electronic controls certification. The position develops and reviews test plans, builds and validates test setups, performs and directs testing, and analyzes results to verify compliance with applicable performance, safety, and electromagnetic compatibility requirements. It also supports certification inspections and audits, collaborates with Product Engineering on compliance feedback and design improvements, and provides technical guidance to Lab Technicians. Work takes place in office and engineering lab environments, with regular cross-team collaboration and travel as needed for agency testing, audits, or field evaluations. The role may involve visits to laboratories with electrical equipment and manufacturing facilities with seasonal hot and cold temperatures, dust, and some chemical fume exposure. Physical demands include lifting up to 30 pounds and sitting or standing for up to 95 percent of work hours.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Technology, or a related field.
Minimum of 5+ years of experience in electronic controls testing, certification, or a related field.
Effective written and spoken communication.
Excellent interpersonal and team collaboration abilities.
Good decision-making and analytical problem-solving abilities.
Strong multitasking capabilities and organizational skills.
Ability to work effectively in a team environment and in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
Ability to lift up to 30 pounds.
Ability to sit or stand for up to 95 percent of work hours.

Nice To Haves

Relevant certifications are preferred; no license is required.
IPC, UL, or equivalent certification knowledge is a plus.
Experience with safety and EMC standards for electronic products is highly desirable.
Education or experience related to safety certification standards for HVAC OEM equipment is an added advantage for career development.

Responsibilities

Develop and review test plans to ensure compliance with applicable electronic and safety standards, such as UL, IEC, and FCC.
Participate in inspections and audits by certification bodies and regulatory agencies.
Build and validate test setups for electronic control systems in accordance with certification requirements.
Perform testing following standard operating procedures and applicable regulatory standards.
Direct testing of electronic control systems in various environmental and electrical test setups.
Analyze test data to verify compliance with performance, safety, and electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) requirements.
Collaborate with Product Engineering to provide feedback on compliance and design improvements.
Provide technical guidance to Lab Technicians to ensure accurate and consistent testing practices.
Interpret and apply standards, technical manuals, and regulatory documentation to controls designs.
Collaborate with Test Engineers and Lab Technicians during test setup and execution.
Maintain a current understanding of standards and regulatory requirements for electronic controls certification.
Travel as needed for agency testing, audits, or field evaluations.