Test Engineer

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The Chiller Test Engineer is responsible for planning, executing, monitoring, and documenting performance, reliability, safety, and validation testing of commercial and industrial chiller systems. This role supports product development, product validation, regulatory compliance, quality improvement, and continuous innovation by ensuring chillers meet customer requirements, industry standards, and company performance specifications. The engineer collaborates closely with Product Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Controls, and Laboratory teams to deliver accurate and timely test results.

• Develop and execute test plans, procedures, and protocols for air-cooled and water-cooled chiller products.
• Conduct performance, functional, reliability, endurance, acoustic, and environmental testing of HVAC equipment.
• Configure and operate laboratory equipment, instrumentation, data acquisition systems, and controls used for chiller testing.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret test data to verify compliance with design specifications and industry standards.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, refrigeration, electrical, and controls-related issues identified during testing.
• Identify root causes of product performance issues and provide engineering recommendations for corrective actions.
• Prepare detailed technical reports summarizing test conditions, results, conclusions, and recommendations.
• Coordinate laboratory schedules, test setup activities, and resource requirements to support product development timelines.
• Support certification and compliance testing to applicable standards such as AHRI, ASHRAE, UL, CE, and other regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with design engineers to validate new product designs, design modifications, and cost-reduction initiatives.
• Monitor laboratory equipment calibration and ensure test procedures comply with quality and safety requirements.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives related to testing processes, laboratory operations, and product performance.
• Support manufacturing and field issue investigations through testing and data analysis.
• Maintain accurate technical documentation and test records.

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, HVAC Engineering, or related engineering discipline is preferred
• 3+ years of engineering experience in HVAC, refrigeration, thermal…