Test Engineer I

The Test Engineer l performs scientific analysis of problems relating to the design, material processes and operations; assist in the design and development of prototypes, test procedures, and equipment. Assist with the development of designs for a secondary element, a minor functional system or component parts of a structure or deviceThis position will serve our Rheem North America Divion, located in Montgomery, Alabama (Onsite). This role follows our onsite work arrangement, with team members working in the office Monday through Friday. At Rheem, we engineer products for life. For home life. For work life. For the life of the planet we all share. Backed by over 100 years of expertise, we’re passionate about product innovation and boldly committed to sustainability. Our full line of global air and water solutions deliver reliable performance, comfort and energy savings for residential and commercial applications worldwide. From engineers to accountants, sales professionals to support experts, Rheem depends on people to power our innovations. Join Rheem and help shape the future of products that impact lives—every day. Our Behavior Based Values set us apart: Listening to Understand – Open mind, learning from others, accepting feedback, embracing the objectiveContributing Respectfully - Sharing opinions, valuing ideas, sharing opposing perspectives with respectThinking Creatively – Applying creativity, seeking improvements, understanding from the customers’ lensActing with Responsibility – Owning decisions and actions, acting with integrity, embracing accountability Rheem is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Rheem encourages all qualified candidates to apply, including those of any race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. The job description above has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Equivalent combination of education, experience, and skills may supplement above minimum job requirements. For U.S. Based jobs, please note that Rheem is unable to hire candidates to be employed in the following states: Alaska, District of Columbia, Hawaii, Idaho, Mississippi, Montana, New Mexico, North Dakota, or Vermont. Rheem and its subsidiaries do not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of an executed Recruitment Services Agreement, there will be no obligation to any referral compensation or recruiter fee. BS degree in a scientific or technical discipline (Engineering) with 0 - 2 years' experience Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating, and maintenance instructions and proceduresAbility to work in a team environment (working with cross-functional teams)Demonstrated working knowledge of spreadsheets and word processing software (Microsoft Outlook, Excel and Word) – will be testedAbility to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference. Strong communications skills (ability to speak before groups and/or employees)Strong reasoning and analytical skills (ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations)No Overtime Work RestrictionsNo Travel RestrictionsObtain one of the following agency certifications (CSA, UL, FVIR, or DOE)How To Stand Out:Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical EngineeringExperience in working with governing certification agenciesDemonstrate familiarity with plumbing, electrical concepts, and principles of gas combustionAs a leader at Rheem, how you achieve results is as important as the results you achieve. While LEADING SELF, you will be expected to demonstrate the following competencies and behaviors:AdaptingBusiness UnderstandingCollaboratingCommunicating EffectivelyContinuously ImprovingCustomer-OrientationDeveloping SelfFocusing on ResultsInfluencingManaging RelationshipsManaging WorkProblem Solving & Decision MakingEquivalent combination of education, experience, and skills may supplement above minimum job requirements.#LI-Onsite#LI-LS1Apply working knowledge of physical, chemical, and mathematical concepts to solve small design related problems, and the creation of new designsSetup, adjust, and change test samples and setups for testing, perform the required testing in accordance with engineering specifications or defined test practicesLead and coordinate test plan activities with lab personnel and coordinate equipment resources with lab managementAccurately acquire, interpret, process, and format test data and results and make any computations required to complete test data within the scope of the requirements of the applicable test standardInvestigate and troubleshoot product design related problems and opportunities, documenting findings and recommend corrective/improvement changesDevelop specialized tests and written proceduresWrite technical reports covering test conditions, procedures, results, and conclusionsAccurately acquire, interpret, process, and format test data results, conclusions drawn, and recommend design changes to achieve desired resultsAssist Design Engineers with designing components of a minor functional systemOperate, maintain and repair test equipment, instrumentation and systems in accordance with engineering specifications or defined test practicesDemonstrate an understanding of how to operate computer systems for data acquisition, test result recording, project status reporting, and to document and manage test documentation records and reportsInterpret 2D production drawingsMust be familiar with the use of hand toolsConduct on-the-job training as requiredAssist Design Engineers with designing components of a minor functional systemWork within cross-functional teams Coordinate pre-production product activities with Plant personnelDevelop specialized tests and written procedures to evaluate development and reliability specificationsMust attend work regularlyOther duties as assignedAcquire and maintain Rheem forklift licensePosition responsibilities require lifting and repetitive actionsFull timePosting Date: 2026-08-18