This position assists Test Technicians in designing and developing equipment setups and test procedures. The Test Engineer performs varied and complex assignments for major systems during testing; designs and develops test procedures and assists in the evaluation of test equipment required to perform quality checks; prepares recommendations for testing and documentation of procedures to be used for the product(s).
**Responsibilities**
- Work with Lab Supervisor to direct Test Technicians as needed in daily activity including job assignments and expectation of completion.
- Work closely with design engineering group to ensure test procedures/data meets expectations.
- Create Test Plans for customer equipment demonstrations.
- Reviews test progress and evaluates results.
- Perform required presentations utilizing automated test equipment for customer visits.
- Perform test validations.
- Perform lab instrumentation calibrations within the lab.
- Provide continuous support to engineering and support groups in order to provide internal and external customers with outstanding final quality test products.
**Education & Certifications**
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering with thermal / fluid sciences emphasis or equivalent degree.
**Requirements**:
- Minimum of 2-3 years' experience in thermal systems testing. Other equivalent combinations of education and hands on experience may be considered.
- Knowledge of Vertiv Thermal Management Products preferred.
- Thorough knowledge of psychometrics, vapor compression refrigeration cycle, and their methods of test.
- Knowledge of 3-Phase electrical circuits.
- Thorough knowledge of networks including Ethernet and serial coms.
- Knowledge of digital and electronic circuitry.
- Ability to configure data acquisition systems.
- Ability to use temperature and pressure measurement instruments.
- Ability to use standard electrical instruments.
- Ability to read and interpret industry test standards.
- Ability to read and interpret product schematics.
- Ability to be hands-on with products to troubleshoot and diagnose issues.
- Leadership and communication skills. Ability to give direction to Test Technicians & communicate test issues to all levels of management.
- Excellent communication skills with a professional attitude towards customer relations.
- Self-directed, good problem-solving skills.