Engineering Technician 1

Hoshizaki America • San Antonio, TX

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Engineering Technician 1 - Refrigeration supports the development of Refrigeration systems with hands-on prototyping, testing, and troubleshooting. This role works closely with Refrigeration Engineers and other Technicians to make our products and processes better.

Requirements

• Refrigeration – hands-on experience required
• Basic experience in one or more fabrication skills (in addition to refrigeration): Sheet Metal Forming (including welding and grinding), Wood Fabrication, Metal Machining / CNC, 3D Printing / Additive manufacturing, General Manufacturing Assembly, Electrical wiring / Electronic Controls / Instrumentation / Programming
• The ability to create simple block diagrams for mechanical and electrical applications
• The ability to read engineering drawings and use measuring tools
• The ability to operate a forklift and become certified is required
• The ability to self-manage: Organize time to best support multiple initiatives with quickly changing priority
• Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Minimum of 1 years of experience with refrigeration or HVAC systems (repair, service, or design)
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent

Nice To Haves

• Certified Technician a plus
• Previous experience operating a forklift a plus
• Some 3D CAD modeling experience is a plus, SolidWorks preferred.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing Best Practices (5S, TPM) is a plus
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn new skills in a team environment
• 2-Year Technical Degree preferred
• Certified Refrigeration Technician a plus
• EPA Section 608 certification a plus

Responsibilities

• Assist Engineering Project Teams in planning and executing prototype builds and evaluations, including ordering and organizing materials, fabricating and assembling prototypes (particularly the refrigeration systems and components), and evaluating prototypes for manufacturability and performance, organizing the feedback to the Engineering Project Teams.
• Operate refrigeration equipment and tools like copper brazing torches, vacuuming systems, refrigerant charging systems, thermal sensors and data acquisition devices, etc.
• Develop and fabricate fixtures, tooling, and other equipment to improve department prototyping and development processes.
• Support the overall department in maintaining cleanliness, organizing and the dispositioning of inventory, following and promoting safe practices in the prototyping area.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED