HVAC Lab Technician - EXP

HVAC Lab Technician

HVAC Lab Technician supports the testing, evaluation, and development of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems. Experience with HVAC equipment, a strong understanding of thermodynamics and fluid mechanics, and the ability to work in a laboratory environment focused on performance testing and product validation.

Client is seeking an experienced and dependable Staff Technician in our engineering laboratories. This role is responsible for test execution, running the chillers in water-cooled and air-cooled labs. Individuals should be able to set up test environment, calibration and drive efficient chiller operation. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in testing and troubleshooting water- and air-cooled commercial chillers, as well as maintaining a safe and efficient lab environment.

Chiller test operation at high efficiency: Performs basic to moderately complex technical tasks which contribute to the planning and execution of engineering projects. Operates, inspects and maintains chillers, test setups and equipment. Should be able to work with electrical equipment, including 460-3-60 machinery, with HVAC operation, refrigerant handling, and EPA certification. Able to use / Calibrate laboratory equipment to measure pressure, temperature, flow and electrical measurements. Select, connect and troubleshoot electrical, mechanical and refrigeration systems on Charlotte manufactured equipment. Able to do loop calibration, how to use valves for single / double loop configuration. Operate/ trouble shoot / calibration, Power Management / VFD's, boilers, valves configuration. Should be able to coach team members, collaborate with cross functional team and report out the results / issues to the relevant team to drive resolution.

Lab safety, maintenance and uptime: Must be an advocate of safe workspace, 5S and champion the corporations EHS policy. Support on lab uptime by reporting any instrument failures and enhance preventive maintenance.

KPIs, Reporting, Transparency and Analytics: Collects and reports test status, issue reporting. Able to apply and teach measurement techniques, test report writing, systems troubleshooting. You should be proactive to resolve testing hurdles consulting development and other relevant process partners.

Minimum requirements: Technical/Business School Certificate or High School Diploma or GED or Skilled Trades Apprenticeship. 3 + Yrs experience in Chiller/Hvac operations, station and chiller and/or 5 years' experience in laboratory environment, for mechanical/electrical machinery. Proven ability in independently leading / running chillers, reporting the results, expert in loop tuning and drive test cycle / loop efficiency. 3+ years of experience with hand/pneumatic tools, advanced shop mathematics, complex measuring equipment, precision measuring instruments and other.

Important Candidate Requirements: To be considered for this role, candidates must have hands on commercial chiller experience. This includes: Direct experience operating and troubleshooting commercial water cooled and/or air cooled chillers. Experience working with chiller control systems (Client, Trane, York, Daikin, etc.). Understanding of closed loop control systems, loop tuning, and system stability. Ability to read and interpret complex electrical and refrigeration schematics. Experience with 460 3 60 electrical equipment, VFDs, pumps, and boilers. Strong electrical and mechanical troubleshooting skills.

Preferred requirements: AS or AAS in related technical field. Technical expert in HVAC design, components and ability to run the chillers. Understanding of close loop control systems, Loop stability. Reading and interpreting complex drawings, schematics, and blueprints. Experience with medium voltage operations, including arc flash and lockout/tagout procedures.

Hands-on role requiring frequent standing