HVAC Lab Test Technician

Midea•Plano, TX

14h•$25 - $35•Onsite

About The Position

Midea America Corp. is seeking a hands-on, detail-oriented HVAC Lab Test Technician to support product testing and validation in its HVAC laboratory in Plano, Texas. Working under the direction of Test Engineers, the technician prepares samples and equipment, sets up and executes tests, collects and documents reliable data, and maintains a safe, organized laboratory. Testing includes HVAC motor performance, airflow and system performance, acoustic and vibration measurements, controller functionality, electrical measurements, and motor and compressor evaluation. The role also supports product validation, troubleshooting, customer testing, and engineering laboratory activities. Test Engineers define requirements and test plans, analyze complex results, and make engineering decisions; the technician focuses on accurate and safe test execution and laboratory operations.

Requirements

Associate degree in Electrical Engineering Technology, Mechanical Engineering Technology, HVAC, Mechatronics, Electronics, or a related technical field; equivalent technical training is also listed in the position overview.
1–3 years of hands-on technical, laboratory, manufacturing, HVAC, electrical, mechanical, or testing experience.
Comfort working with electrical and mechanical equipment.
Ability to follow detailed test procedures and engineering instructions.
Good attention to detail and commitment to accurate data collection.
Strong hands-on and problem-solving skills.
Self-motivated, proactive, responsible, and willing to learn.
Ability to maintain a clean, organized, and safe laboratory environment.
Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Excel and other standard office software.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in an HVAC laboratory, test laboratory, manufacturing test environment, or engineering laboratory.
Hands-on experience with HVAC systems, electric motors, compressors, controllers, or power electronics.
Experience operating dynamometers, airflow test equipment, data acquisition systems, oscilloscopes, power analyzers, or acoustic measurement equipment.
Familiarity with HVAC airflow or performance testing standards such as ASHRAE Standard 37.
Experience with motor performance testing or electrical measurements.
Experience with basic mechanical assembly, wiring, instrumentation, and test fixture setup.

Responsibilities

Set up and operate equipment for HVAC electric motor performance testing, including dynamometer testing of ECM and other motors; measure speed, torque, power, efficiency, current, voltage, and related performance.
Prepare motors, wiring, fixtures, and test equipment, and assist engineers with motor loading, operating-point verification, and performance characterization.
Operate airflow test equipment and support airflow and HVAC system performance testing, including testing related to ASHRAE Standard 37 and HVAC equipment up to approximately 5.5 tons.
Install and connect test units, ductwork, sensors, electrical wiring, and measurement equipment; monitor test conditions and record results accurately.
Assist engineers with HVAC motor and system acoustic and noise testing; set up microphones and accelerometers, collect noise and vibration data, and support troubleshooting and comparison testing.
Perform functional testing of HVAC motor controllers and related electronic control systems; connect fixtures, power supplies, communication interfaces, and instruments, and verify inputs, outputs, modes, and commands.
Perform basic electrical measurements using instruments such as multimeters, oscilloscopes, power analyzers, current probes, and power supplies; support characterization and troubleshooting of motors, controllers, compressors, and HVAC components.
Follow electrical safety procedures when working with energized equipment.
Assist with motor and compressor teardown, inspection, evaluation, external or bench testing, sample preparation, failure investigation, and comparison testing.
Document test samples, conditions, observations, measurements, and results; organize test data, photos, sample information, and records, and communicate abnormal results or equipment conditions to Test Engineers.
Maintain laboratory equipment, tools, fixtures, cables, sensors, and test areas; conduct routine inspections and basic preventive maintenance; label, store, and manage samples and equipment.
Maintain 5S practices and a clean, organized, safe laboratory; follow laboratory safety procedures and company EHS requirements, and promptly report unsafe conditions or equipment issues.
Follow written test procedures, work instructions, and engineering directions, and support Test Engineers with product validation, troubleshooting, customer testing, and other laboratory activities.