We are growing again! We are hiring an R & D Test Engineer to our team in Barrie, ON to for the development, validation and certification testing of new products. The test engineer provides technical leadership to a team of test technicians and specialists to support product development team in fabrication, assembly, testing and validation of prototypes.
Must have minimum three (3) year College Diploma in mechanical engineering, (or equivalent). A University Degree in a relevant field would be considered as an asset. Directly applicable work experience and / or skilled trade qualifications may also be considered.
Minimum 3 years' in testing and instrumentation experience required
Minimum 5 years' demonstrated work experience in a directly related industry, (i.e. HVAC design, development or manufacturing) required.
Must possess knowledge and practical experience of residential or commercial HVAC or Energy management processes.
Hands-on mechanical or fabrication experience required
C.E.T., P. Eng. license, or working towards, is preferred. A willingness to work toward industry recognized certification, (where applicable).
Candidates with valid Gas Fitters license (G3) for gas product is a strong asset.
Refrigeration license (313) is considered an asset
PMP designation would be considered an asset.
Must be proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, and Excel).
Proficiency in Microsoft project is an asset
Demonstrated proficiency in 3-D modeling software, (e.g. Solidworks etc.). CSWA, (Certified Solidworks Associate), or willingness to achieve this requirement within six (6) months of the onboarding process.
Specialized Skills:
Knowledge and understanding of metal fabricating and processing
Proficient with all lab testing equipment
Understanding of applied thermodynamics and fluid mechanics
Knowledge with load calculations, energy modeling and designing mechanical systems
Knowledge of electrical and control systems
Skilled in manufacturing and assembly processes
Project Management
Code practices an asset, familiar w/ industry standards and regulatory associations.
Refrigeration knowledge, design building, testing and trouble-shooting AC, Client, chillers, air handlers or related equipment for AC product engineering
Possess the ability to effectively articulate equipment features, function and design
Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to function in a fast paced multi-functional environment where priorities change regularly
Responsibilities
Provides technical leadership for testing and validation
Use Engineering principles and analytical methods to evaluate and identify risks in early product development stages
Supports manager with the overall planning, scheduling, executing and reporting the evaluation of all new HVAC products, (furnace, air conditioners, heat pumps), with Lab Coordinator and Product Engineer.
Designs DVP's, (Design Validation Plans), appropriate to each stage of product development HVAC products based on own knowledge, testing standards, industry and Wolf Steel best practices
Actively participates in the design reviews for new products, and supports Product Engineering for optimization of design for manufacturing, service and installation
Supports manager in the execution of product validation and certification plans for timely completion
Prepares own reports, reviews and approves engineering, technical and test reports created by testing team
Use various tools and techniques for root cause analysis
Collaborate with QA and Production team and other R & D team and the product development and lab coordination team for the optimization of production and quality assurance process.
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Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Engineering
Industries
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