Lab Test Electrical Technician

MOBILE CLIMATE CONTROL CORP•West Manchester Township, PA

19h•Onsite

About The Position

The Lab Test Engineer/ Electrical Test Technician is responsible for the setup, execution, and reporting of HVAC component, system, and full-vehicle (bus-level) testing within the Engineering Prototype & Validation Lab. This role supports product development, reliability validation, and performance verification of HVAC systems used in transit and electric bus applications. The position combines hands-on electrical and mechanical test setup with advanced data acquisition, instrumentation, and engineering-level analysis.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field OR equivalent hands-on technical experience in test engineering or lab environments.
Strong experience with HVAC system testing or thermal systems.
Strong experience with data acquisition systems (NI, Agilent, Dewesoft).
Strong experience with instrumentation (thermocouples, flow meters, 4-20 mA circuits).
Working knowledge of electrical systems (DC and AC, including high voltage).
Working knowledge of VFDs and PLC-based control systems.
Working knowledge of CAN and LIN communication protocols.
Ability to interpret electrical schematics and system diagrams.
Hands-on, detail-oriented tester with strong troubleshooting skills.
Ability to work independently in a lab environment while supporting engineering teams.
Strong analytical and reporting skills.
Commitment to safety and quality.

Nice To Haves

Hands-on capable of assembling prototype HVAC unit w some fabrication.
Experience with various terminal crimping and connector (Tyco/AMP/MOLEX/Harting) assembly common in transportation industries.
Experience with 400-650 VDC (high-voltage bus systems).

Responsibilities

Configure and execute HVAC testing at component, system, and vehicle levels.
Operate and support major lab assets such as code testers, psychrometric boxes, and environmental test cells.
Set up instrumentation including thermocouples, pressure sensors, flow meters, and electrical measurement devices.
Ensure safe, repeatable, and documented test setups.
Configure and operate data acquisition systems (National Instruments, Agilent/Keysight, Dewesoft).
Develop and validate data acquisition schemes, including channel mapping and calibration.
Monitor tests in real time and troubleshoot data anomalies.
Analyze test data and generate structured test reports with clear conclusions.
Support validation of performance across environmental conditions.
Perform harness assembly including various terminal crimping and connector assembly.
Work with electrical systems including 12/24 VDC, 120/220/480 VAC, and 400-650 VDC.
Support setup and troubleshooting of Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) and Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs).
Interface with vehicle and system communication networks like CAN and LIN.
Assist engineering teams in developing test plans and validation procedures.
Translate requirements into executable lab test setups.
Ensure test compliance with internal standards and customer validation requirements.
Identify failure modes during testing and support root cause investigations.
Generate complete test documentation including schematics, instrumentation lists, procedures, results, analysis, and recommendations.
Communicate results clearly to engineering, program management, and leadership teams.
Maintain and calibrate lab equipment and instrumentation.
Drive improvements in test capability, automation, and data quality.
Support lab safety, organization, and best practices.
Participate in regular lab planning and coordination activities.