Coordinador de laboratorio

Guntner; Apodaca; On-site; MXN 650,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Guntner in Mexico is seeking a Laboratory Coordinator to lead R&D testing programs, including thermal performance, sound, vibration, and electrical tests. You will manage lab operations, ensure procedures meet international standards, and coordinate a team of Testing & Validation Engineers and Technicians.

The role emphasizes sensor calibration, equipment maintenance, and documentation control, with a focus on safety, environmental compliance, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant engineering field and strong English proficiency.
• At least 10 years in lab, testing, validation, or thermo-fluid development roles.
• Experience in refrigeration, HVAC, or related industrial manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate R&D testing activities across thermal, sound, vibration, electrical, airflow, and pressure drop testing.
• Ensure testing activities are executed according to applicable standards and procedures.
• Oversee testing reports and laboratory deliverables.
• Support prototype preparation and installation activities.
• Delegate activities to Testing & Validation Engineers and Laboratory Technicians.
• Coordinate sensor installation, prototype preparation, calibration activities, and laboratory testing support.
• Support the development and training of laboratory personnel.

Skills

Advanced English proficiency

Strong technical and analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Food Engineering, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office 365

Job description

We are seeking a Laboratory Coordinator to lead and coordinate R&D testing activities, including thermal performance, sound, vibration, and electrical testing, ensuring compliance with national, American, and European standards. The role is responsible for laboratory operations, testing execution, sensor calibration management, team coordination, safety compliance, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

Laboratory Testing Coordination

Coordinate R&D testing activities, including thermal performance, sound, vibration, electrical, airflow, and pressure drop testing.

Ensure testing activities are executed according to applicable standards and procedures.

Oversee testing reports and laboratory deliverables.

Support prototype preparation and installation activities.

Delegate activities to Testing & Validation Engineers and Laboratory Technicians.

Coordinate sensor installation, prototype preparation, calibration activities, and laboratory testing support.

Support the development and training of laboratory personnel.

Sensor Calibration & Laboratory Equipment Management

Manage laboratory measurement instruments, including thermometers, flow meters, anemometers, differential pressure meters, sound meters, and calipers.

Ensure all testing sensors remain properly calibrated.

Maintain calibration certificates and records.

Coordinate calibration activities with the Metrology Department.

Research & Development Support

Conduct research on thermo-fluid topics, natural refrigerants, and emerging technologies, including Innovation, IoT, Industry 4.0, and Artificial Intelligence.

Support activities related to refrigeration systems, thermo-fluid analysis, and concept validation projects.

Create and maintain testing procedures and laboratory documentation.

Update process documentation, risk assessments, environmental risk matrices, KPIs, and improvement plans.

Drive laboratory performance and continuous improvement initiatives.

Safety & Environmental Compliance

Ensure safe laboratory operations and proper use of PPE.

Identify and report unsafe conditions and behaviors.

Stop activities that could jeopardize personnel safety or product quality.

Promote compliance with environmental, health, and safety requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Food Engineering, or a related field.
• Advanced English proficiency.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in laboratory, testing and validation, thermo-fluid development, or related engineering roles.
• Experience in commercial and industrial refrigeration, air conditioning, heating and ventilation, or heat exchanger manufacturing industries.

Technical Knowledge

• Thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and heat transfer.
• Refrigeration and hydronic systems.
• Laboratory testing and validation methodologies.
• Sensor calibration and measurement equipment.
• ASTM, DIN, ASME, PED, ASHRAE, CTI, AMCA, and NEMA standards.
• Microsoft Office 365 tools.

Strategic Vision

Training & Coaching

Adaptability to Change

Strong Technical and Analytical Skills

Join our R&D team and lead cutting-edge laboratory testing initiatives that support innovation, product validation, and the development of next-generation cooling technologies.