Sr. Refrigeration Test Engineer

Marmon Foodservice Technologies, Inc.

Come join a team where People make the difference!  As a part of Marmon Holdings, Inc., a highly decentralized organization, we rely heavily on people with the aptitude, attitude, and entrepreneurial spirit to drive our success, and we're committed to attracting and retaining top talent.

About The Job
Though you may not know us by name, you’ve most likely enjoyed meals and refreshments supported by our industry-leading brand portfolio. For decades, we’ve designed and manufactured foodservice equipment for some of the world’s biggest, most recognized consumer brands. We are driven to innovate with a clear purpose in mind: to enhance the eating and drinking experience, nourishing the people and communities we serve.

As a Refrigeration Test Engineer, you will be responsible for the validation of refrigeration systems that are embedded within our commercial foodservice appliances: specification development, design/development/commissioning/documentation of internal or 3rd party test systems, and adherence to performance, efficiency, safety, and regulatory compliance. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, apply engineering and laboratory best practices, and contribute to the successful execution of projects. In this role, you will advance laboratory refrigeration test expertise while contributing to MFT’s growth and innovation.
 

What You’ll Do

• Proficiency is laboratory processes and test equipment as it relates to refrigeration systems: Integrated valves, tubing, controls, data logging, pumps, pneumatics, nozzles, etc.

• Manage and execute test plans by estimating equipment and personnel requirements, establishing timelines and milestones, perform testing or supervising technicians, and writing and distributing test reports on time to commitment.

• Contribute to complex product development programs as an active team member in Failure Mode and Effect Analysis, Design Validation Plans and A3/8D analysis

• Ensuring validation of product or subsystems using standard and custom methodologies

• Ensure compliance with safety standards and regulatory requirements (e.g., DOE, ENERGY STAR, UL, IEC, etc.) through rigorous testing and documentation.

• Conduct and/or supervise testing, collection and analysis of data, and interpret test results to evaluate the performance, reliability, and safety of equipment, and report to engineering test results

• Identify areas for improvement, troubleshoot technical issues, and propose and implement test process/procedure modifications.

• Assist with implementing 5S+ principles to ensure a clean, safe, and productive laboratory environment

• Develop and train on work instructions and procedures as it relates to refrigeration test

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineers, technicians, project managers, and stakeholders, to ensure project goals are met

Who You Are

• Independent Self-Starter: Takes prompt, proactive action to accomplish work goals with limited oversight

• Collaborative Partner: Uses interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with cross-functional teams

• Strategic Thinker: Relies on analytical and problem-solving skills to think strategically and execute tactically

Skills/Experience We’re Looking For

• Demonstrated experience with validation and failure analysis of refrigeration systems and components in foodservice and/or white goods appliances

• Deep understanding of thermodynamics, refrigeration cycles, and appliance testing methodologies, along with a strong technical background in both laboratory and field-testing environments.

• Experience with energy efficiency testing and certification for refrigeration systems.

• Mechanical aptitude, hands-on assembly, modification, tinkering and optimizing refrigeration systems

• Familiarity with agency requirements and regulating bodies, such as UL, NSF, DOE, IEC, ETL, ISO, EN, etc

• Working experience within an ISO17025 accredited laboratory

• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in work

• Effective communication skills and the ability to convey technical information clearly

• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's in Engineering or a related field

• Proficiency in laboratory processes and test equipment as it relates to refrigeration systems including A2/A2L/A3 systems

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