Lab Engineer

Location:

Conyers, GA, US, 30013

Work Arrangement:
Onsite

Dover Food Retail (DFR) is a leading manufacturer of Display Cases, Specialty Products, Refrigeration Systems, Power Systems and Comprehensive Services; and leading our industry by Innovating What’s Next in glass doors and intelligent merchandising technologies that keep food safe under brands such as Hill Phoenix and Anthony.

DFR is part of the Climate & Sustainability Technologies segment of the Dover Corporation® (NYSE: DOV). Dover is a diversified global manufacturer with annual revenues in excess of $7 billion.

DFR is built on creativity and customer‑centric innovation delivered by people invigorated by a strong sense of responsibility to help our customers win in their marketplaces. The relationships we build with our customers are as important to our success as the products we manufacture. This collaborative environment delivers FRESH THINKING, reassuring our customers that they choose the best when they choose to work with the people of Dover Food Retail.

We are looking for a hands‑on Lab Engineer who will be an active participant in the preparation, evaluation and reporting of critical performance data for Dover Food Retail Refrigeration Systems products. They should be able to apply the scientific method to drive appropriate testing and problem resolution as necessary.

This work will support lab testing projects for Research & Development, New Product Development, Controls Development, Product Engineering, Quality, and Field Service Engineering. The position will focus on testing for the Refrigeration Systems Division labs, but will also assist across divisions with Display Case, and Display Door testing projects as needs arise. This work will be performed in conjunction with lab technicians, the lab manager, R&D Engineers, and Engineers from other departments.

• Test project planning and the establishment of timelines in conjunction with the groups served by lab testing
• As an individual or as part of a team, leading the creation of formal test plans including the creation of Designs of Experiments (DOE’s), work instructions, safety guidelines, and operating manuals for customized test stations and lab equipment
• Identification of, and collaboration on, test projects for the labs at the Dover India Innovation Center
• Designing test equipment and data acquisition systems to support testing
• Creating and installing the data acquisition program.
• Development of piping and instrumentation drawings, and electrical and structural schematics both directly and/or through engineers and designers in other departments to support the lab testing environment
• Collaboration with Production, Facility Maintenance personnel, and others to acquire support of lab facility modifications when required
• Test support alongside Engineers and Lab Technicians
• The collection, management, and analysis of test data to confirm proper testing methods and accuracy of results, and its dissemination internally to other DFR teams
• Troubleshooting, diagnosing, and correcting issues with equipment, software, and networks
• Managing ongoing tests and test equipment and providing operational feedback to the appropriate groups
• Contributing to the development of new products and technologies with cross‑functional teams to meet company goals
• Assisting with the observation and investigation of articles under test and the engineering analysis required to support testing conclusions
• Work coordination with Engineers, Lab Manager, Lab technicians, and other staff to ensure smooth operations
• Guiding Lab Technicians in the performance of preventative and corrective maintenance, upgrades, and calibrations of equipment
• Managing safety including ensuring compliance with safety guidelines and coordinating safety inspections of the lab and equipment
• Assisting with the planning and tracking of lab utilization, and maintaining an exemplary lab and process
• Other duties as assigned

• A bachelor's degree in a technical field, such mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or equivalent.
• 1-5 yrs work…