Engineering Laboratory Technician

ZERO ZONE INC•Ramsey, MN

6d•$30 - $35•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the R&D Engineering Team Lead, the Engineering Lab Refrigeration Technician will work independently or in conjunction with a team of cross-functional professionals to assemble, instrument, test and document the process and results through written reports. This individual will also assist with maintaining a safe, clean and organized work environment.

Requirements

Associates degree or equivalent in Engineering or HVAC&R
3 years of relevant experience
Basic knowledge of tools and equipment for refrigeration equipment
Basic knowledge of Microsoft products, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.
Experience with Data acquisition systems
Ability to read, understand and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals
Ability to use a variety of hand tools, power tools, model shop machinery and measuring devices
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
Knowledge and experience brazing and soldering for refrigeration and electrical
Knowledge and experience in handling refrigerants
Knowledge and experience in the basic refrigerant processing steps for evacuation, charging, recovering and reclaiming refrigerants
Ability to apply common sense and practical reasoning for performing tasks in a safe and efficient manner
Ability to talk, hear, stand, walk, feel, reach, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.
Maintain a positive work attitude.
Zero Zone expects all employees to behave and communicate in a manner which will facilitate good relationships with customers, clients, co-workers, and supervisor.
Safety toe shoes and safety glasses are required while in production areas.
Regularly required to sit, stand, and walk throughout the office and production areas; have use of hands and fingers to use a computer, telephone, and other office equipment; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Utilization of National Instruments LabView considered a strong bonus.
Experience with SolidWorks a bonus.

Responsibilities

Fabricate parts and assemblies from concept drawings and sketches
Assemble products from concept drawings and sketches
Assemble refrigeration systems as instructed, including mechanical assembly, brazing, refrigeration processing and electrical
Set-up and instrument products with necessary test equipment to perform tests via verbal or written instructions
Run tests using computerized data acquisition systems or standalone test instrumentation
Assist in analyzing test data through Excel or other software products
Write comprehensive reports to communicate test set-ups and results
Purchase equipment, tools and supplies as directed
Travel solo or with others as needed for tradeshows or customer sites and write reports for trip summaries
Maintain a safe, clean and organized work environment
Work collaboratively or independently to complete tasks to achieve company objectives
Other duties as assigned

Benefits

Vacation and Personal Hours (after only 30 days!)
Competitive Wages
Comprehensive Benefits Package (medical, dental, vision, life insurance, STD, LTD, AD&D, HSA/FSA, EAP)
401k and Profit Sharing
10 Paid Holidays
Flexible Schedules
Casual Dress Code
Wellness Programs and Incentives
Steel Toe Reimbursement
Employee Engagement Programs
One-time Home Computer Reimbursement