R&D LAB Technician III

EPTA • Columbus, GA

7d • Hybrid

About The Position

Be part of a dynamic R&D LAB team responsible for thermal testing of products to achieve global compliance. This is a high impact, hands-on role where you will be responsible for the execution of thermal test runs on refrigerated display cases. The position requires problem solving, troubleshooting, and collaboration with other lab and engineering team members to ensure timely completion of projects.

Requirements

• 5+ years previous experience testing/servicing/maintaining HVAC and/or commercial refrigeration equipment.
• Experience with single phase and three phase electrical power systems, VFDs, PLCs, PID Controls, lab instrumentation and electrical test equipment including Yokogawa Power Analyzers.
• Experience with precise measurement systems (temperature thermocouples, pressure transducers, flow meters, electrical).
• Proven ability to independently perform loop tuning and manage closed-loop system stability.
• Experience with National Instruments-LabVIEW data acquisition systems.

Responsibilities

• Support the new product development phases by performing thermal testing for prototype testing, performance optimization and regulatory submittal purposes.
• Support evolution of existing products by performing thermal testing for performance enhancement, material cost reduction projects and qualification of alternative components.
• Support annual regulatory testing.
• Ensure that testing is conducted as per prescribed regulatory standards (ASHRAE).
• Plan, set up, and execute testing in accordance with provided test plan.
• Installation and removal of refrigerated display cases from test chambers.
• Fabricate and connect associated piping, wiring, and test instrumentation.
• Perform system leak testing and transfer of refrigerants between test chambers and storage containers.
• Record and manage test data using manual and automated data acquisition systems. Monitor data acquisition systems on daily basis.
• Assist with test prototype modification tasks.
• Help establish project schedules and completion timelines.
• Provide design feedback during and after completion of testing.
• Support other testing (structural, reliability & field store) and lab activities as needed.
• Manage and monitor testing infrastructure, including refrigeration system modules, glycol chillers, outdoor condensing units and connected equipment.
• Perform preventative maintenance, repairs and modifications of thermal test chambers.
• Perform routine maintenance of data acquisition instruments and other lab instruments.
• Contribute to the cleanliness and neatness as necessitated in a laboratory environment.
• Maintain a zero-incident environment through strict adherence to arc flash and lockout tagout procedures.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives in lab processes and documentation.
• Train newer/less experienced technicians in test practices and procedures.
• Participate in the efforts to ensure that R&D Labs are in full compliance with ASHRAE method of testing.
• Author protocols and standard operating procedures pertaining to lab hardware operation, testing procedures and lab activities.
• Work with others toward a shared goal, participating actively, contributing to the performance of the team and creating an atmosphere of respect, helpfulness, and cooperation.

Benefits

• Take part in a variety of training through our Epta Academy and external training partners.
• Opportunity for remote work whenever possible, along with providing the necessary technical equipment.
• Flexible working hours.
• Volunteering activities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed