Test Engineer (Thermal/HVAC)

Vertiv - Westerville, OH

Full-time - Mid Level

Westerville, OH

10,001+ employees

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About the position

The Test Engineer plays a crucial role in assisting Test Technicians with the design and development of equipment setups and test procedures. This position involves performing complex assignments for major systems during testing, developing test procedures, and evaluating necessary test equipment to ensure quality checks. The Test Engineer will also prepare recommendations for testing and documentation of procedures for various products, all while being based onsite in Columbus, OH.

Responsibilities

• Work with Lab Supervisor to direct Test Technicians in daily activities, including job assignments and expectations for completion.
• Collaborate closely with the design engineering group to ensure test procedures and data meet expectations.
• Create Test Plans for customer equipment demonstrations.
• Review test progress and evaluate results.
• Perform required presentations utilizing test equipment for customer visits.
• Conduct test validations and Factory Witness Tests.
• Perform instrumentation calibrations within the lab.
• Provide continuous support to engineering and support groups to ensure outstanding final quality test products for internal and external customers.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent degree, preferably with a thermal/fluid sciences emphasis.
• Minimum of 2-3 years' experience in thermal systems testing.
• Knowledge of Vertiv Thermal Management Products preferred.
• Knowledge of LabView preferred.
• Knowledge of psychometrics, vapor compression refrigeration cycle, and their methods of test.
• Thorough knowledge of 3-Phase electrical circuits.
• Thorough knowledge of digital and electronic circuitry.
• Ability to configure data acquisition systems.
• Ability to use temperature and pressure measurement instruments.
• Ability to use standard electrical instruments and hand tools.
• Ability to read and interpret industry test standards.
• Ability to read and interpret product schematics.
• Ability to be hands-on with products and test setups to troubleshoot and diagnose issues.
• Leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to give direction to Test Technicians and communicate any test issues to all levels of management.
• Excellent communication skills with a professional attitude towards customer relations.
• Self-directed with good problem-solving skills.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with thermal management systems.
• Familiarity with industry test standards and protocols.