Lab Engineering/Lab Manager

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What we offer:

• Competitive salary
• Paid vacation/holidays/sick time
• Comprehensive benefits package including 401K, medical, dental, and vision care
• On the job/cross training opportunities
• Encouraging and collaborative team environment
• Dedication to safety through our Zero Harm policy

What you will do:

Performs conventional, less complex engineering assignments that may involve equipment or product design, testing of materials, preparation of specifications, process studies, or research investigations.

How you will do it:

• Performs airflow, sound performance, and electric heat tests based on applicable AMCA, AHRI, and ISO standards.
• Coordinates the development and maintenance of all lab testing standards.
• Coordinates shipping/receiving of all Industrial HVAC equipment to and from lab.
• Supervises installation and setup of Industrial HVAC equipment.
• Performs troubleshooting within lab facilities.
• Assists the Engineering Department in the upgrade of test facility data acquisition equipment.
• Maintains tool and supply inventory; maintains required equipment calibration
• Directs department activities to construct and test prototype designs ensuring compliance to industry and regulatory
• standards.
• Identify project resource requirements, review overall impact, and manage resources within project and fiscal limits.
• Determines training needs for lab personnel and all employees performing work in the lab.
• Confers with engineering staff to plan activities and programs, set priorities, and track progress.
• Forecasts operating costs and develops capital plan for the lab area.
• Evaluates test data for consistency and recommends appropriate actions.
• Manages multiple projects simultaneously.
• Establishes, manages, and tracks program deliverables, costs, and schedules.
• Clearly and consistently communicates program status.
• Works with (direct report) employees to prepare annual goals and objectives.
• Performs (direct report) employee quarterly and annual evaluations.

What we look for:

• Competent computer skills including the use of MS Office
• Experience in supervising others with a high degree of integrity and trust.
• Ability to work cross-functionally.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills that apply through all levels of the organization.
• Knowledge of requirements for AHRI testing with an extended knowledge of protocols for 440 and 880.
• Documentation and project management skills must be a strength.
• Strong interpersonal skills and decision-making ability.
• Effective, professional communication and organization skills.
• Demonstrated leadership and management skills.
• Strong planning and forecasting skills.