Research and Development Lab Technician

Overall Responsibilities

• Serve as the hands-on technical counterpart to the R&D Engineer, supporting prototype development and testing of HVAC systems
• Build, test, and troubleshoot prototype heating, ventilation, and air conditioning units to ensure safety, reliability, and performance prior to production
• Collaborate with engineering teams to conduct performance and regulatory compliance testing while maintaining lab safety and operational standards

Key Responsibilities

• Assemble, modify, wire, and build prototype HVAC units, electrical components, and test fixtures based on engineering drawings
• Set up and configure testing environments that simulate real-world indoor and outdoor conditions
• Install and utilize data-gathering instrumentation (e.g., thermocouples, temperature and humidity sensors)
• Conduct performance and stress testing of HVAC units in specialized test chambers to evaluate capacity and efficiency
• Collect, analyze, and document test data; prepare reports and communicate results to R&D, engineering, and innovation teams
• Perform routine maintenance, safety checks, and minor repairs on laboratory equipment and test fixtures
• Diagnose and troubleshoot electrical systems (AC/DC, single-phase and three-phase)
• Troubleshoot HVAC systems, including electrical and refrigeration components
• Assemble and modify mechanical equipment and system components as required
• Safely operate test stand equipment and resolve issues encountered during testing
• Maintain a clean, organized, and secure lab environment, including managing tools and inventory
• Support additional projects and responsibilities as assigned by the Director of R&D

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required
• Associate degree or technical diploma in HVAC, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering preferred
• 2–5 years of hands-on HVAC experience
• Relevant certifications (e.g., EPA 608, HVAC Excellence) preferred

Key Relationships

• Engineering Team
• Innovation Team
• Production Team

Skills & Requirements

• Strong hands-on skills in brazing, piping, and electrical wiring
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting wiring and piping diagrams
• Experience with HVAC troubleshooting and system diagnostics
• Working knowledge of Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access)
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational abilities
• Flexible and adaptable to work across multiple functional areas
• Collaborative, team-oriented mindset