Systems Test Engineering Co-Op

Overview

Job Description The Systems Test Engineering Co-Op will help test and validate systems with specific attention to the electronic controls on an on-going basis. This position will be writing automated test scripts, configuring test systems, writing test reports, and working with hardware controls. You will work under and be given direction from systems engineers on a daily basis. This position will serve our Enterprise Division, located in Fort Smith, AR or Lewisville, TX (Onsite).

This is a rotating co-op position beginning in August 2026.

• Assemble experimental circuitry and complete prototype models according to engineering schematics, instructions, technical manuals, and knowledge of electronic systems and components.
• Assemble and verify various HVAC systems as well as test fixtures which include various AC voltage levels (24/120/220
  
  VAC) as well as DC voltage levels (12/5/3.3
  
  VDC).
• Set up standard test apparatus or design test equipment and circuitry to conduct functional, operational, environmental, and life tests to evaluate performance and reliability of prototype or production models.
• Upgrade software and run software tests on existing electronic systems. To include maintaining detailed records of validity tests and upgrades performed.
• Maintain a safety conscious environment for all personnel working in lab.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Full-time student working towards a Computer Science or Engineering Degree.
• Understand basic voltage and current circuits, diagrams, schematics and instructions in order to complete installation or troubleshooting of electronics systems, parts or wiring networks.
• Ability to read, understand and implement technical procedures, and government regulations and to record technical information.
• Basic working knowledge of electronic controls test and instrumentation equipment such as oscilloscopes, function generators, and environmental test chambers.
• Good command of Python or other programming languages.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.

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.

• Listening to Understand – Open mind, learning from others, accepting feedback, embracing the objective
• Contributing Respectfully - Sharing opinions, valuing ideas, sharing opposing perspectives with respect
• Thinking Creatively – Applying creativity, seeking improvements, understanding from the customers’ lens
• Acting 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.