Job Information
Actalent Test Engineer in Charlotte, North Carolina
Description:
This position is for a seasoned professional in Test and Validation, who works independently, measures, analyzes, and calibrates equipment on medium to large platforms/projects/systems. Trains lower level team members. Prepares equipment for complex testing on medium to large platforms, and oversees the preparation of equipment for testing on smaller to medium platforms/projects/systems.
Key Responsibilities:
• Test engineer will support the Key Water cooled chiller testing activity, with oversight of chiller performance measurement and analysis
• Create key Tracking around the test data. Develop and maintain performance database, for trend analysis and predictions
• Lead real time chiller performance analysis, as data is collected in the laboratory
• Analyze and optimize chiller test operations to eliminate test lab downtime and maximize productivity
• Operate the chiller lab test system and be able to operate and complete chiller tests as needed to support lab technicians
Role Purpose:
• The purpose of this role is to expand the engineering capability of performance testing, with direct thermodynamic analysis of performance data.
• This position will be responsible for overseeing high volume chiller testing and ensuring that test technicians are collecting valid test data every test
• The test engineer will apply heat transfer and compression knowledge to quickly and accurately troubleshoot chiller operation and performance and drive immediate resolution.
• The test engineer will monitor and track historical performance for each chiller family and apply the results to future test and rating plans
Additional Skills & Qualifications:
Required Qualification:
• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology
• 5+ years of HVAC industry experience
Preferred Qualifications:
• Commercial HVAC experience
• Performance or Factory Acceptance Testing experience for commercial equipment
• Experience and general knowledge of hydronic pumping systems, Cooling Towers, Boilers, medium voltage industrial power supplies
Experience Level:
Intermediate Level
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
Hiring diverse talent
Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
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