Test Engineering Technician

Leonardo DRS, Inc. • High Ridge Township, MO

113d

About The Position

The Test Technician position is responsible for the hands-on support of product assembly, performing of tests, and troubleshooting of both production and prototype HVAC&R equipment. The HVAC&R equipment includes heat exchanger coils, air conditioners, refrigeration units, air handling systems, and their related electrical controls. In addition to HVAC&R equipment, other equipment that will be operated and/or tested by the technician includes pumps, commercial chillers, and service water distribution systems.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED
• Competent technical expertise in HVAC&R systems and tools
• EPA 608 Universal Certification or ability to get one
• Ability to obtain Security Clearance
• Ability to read simple electrical schematics, refrigeration diagrams and product drawings
• Experience with terminal soldering, crimping, and connector fabrication
• Ability to work independently under supervision of others while reporting of progress and status
• Proficient with basic hand and shop tools
• Competency with MS Office software tools including Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint

Nice To Haves

• Experience designing and drafting with 2D CAD and 3D solid modeling software
• Experience with LabVIEW or other PC based data acquisition systems
• Experience with terminal soldering, crimping, and connector fabrication
• Experience or desire to assist in schematic capture and control panel design

Responsibilities

• Testing of mechanical equipment, especially heat exchangers, air conditioning, refrigeration and air handling systems under the supervision of engineers
• Reading and following test procedures, maintaining equipment test logs
• Connection of power/water and basic operational testing
• Support development of new HVAC&R equipment for component sizing, selection, and performance predictions
• Hands on work with HVAC&R equipment, chillers, and water pumps
• Evacuate, leak test and operate refrigeration equipment
• Gather and assemble test data and test reports for engineers. Communication of test results
• Assist in wiring and fabricating prototype control panels using industry standard practices
• Debug test hardware/software and assist in the selection of new and improved test instruments and lab facilities
• Troubleshoot production and prototype HVAC&R equipment electrical issues and test electrical assemblies
• Travel as required to other test sites in support of equipment testing
• Use basic electrical schematics, refrigeration diagrams, and product drawings to complete tasks
• Write test procedures to assess product reliability and evaluate the ability of products to meet performance standards and specifications
• Support 6S and continuous improvement initiatives
• Work with manufacturing and cross functional teams to achieve project cost and manufacturing efficiency goals
• Develop Standard operating Procedures to maintain equipment and facilities
• Support Creation of test procedures
• Contribute to team efforts by accomplishing results in a cooperative and supportive manner
• Complete assigned tasks on time, within budget and following design specifications
• Communicate clearly (written and oral) with other company personnel and customers
• Support, communicate, reinforce, and defend the mission, values and culture of the organization

Benefits

• Medical coverage
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• Company contribution to a health savings account
• Telemedicine
• Life and disability insurance
• Legal insurance
• 401(k) savings plan
• Wellness programs focusing on physical, emotional, and financial well-being
• Programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement
• Flexible work schedules with 9/80 program
• Competitive vacation
• Health/emergency leave
• Paid parental leave
• Community service hours

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 51-100 employees