Laboratory Coordinator

Güntner de México, S.A. de C.V.; Apodaca; On-site; MXN 550,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

Güntner de México, S.A. de C.V. seeks a Laboratory Coordinator to lead R&D testing activities across thermal, acoustic, vibration, and electrical tests, ensuring standards compliance and lab safety.

You will manage calibration, prototype support, and documentation, while guiding a team of engineers and technicians to deliver high-quality lab results. The role covers instrument management, sensor calibration, and continuous improvement initiatives in refrigeration-related applications, with a

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical field (Mechanical, Mechatronics, Electrical, Chemical, Food Engineering or related).
• Advanced English proficiency required.
• Minimum 10 years in lab, testing and validation, thermo-fluid development or related roles.
• Experience in refrigeration, HVAC or heat exchanger manufacturing industries.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate R&D testing activities (thermal, sound, vibration, electrical, airflow, pressure drop) per standards and procedures.
• Oversee testing reports and laboratory deliverables.
• Support prototype preparation and installation activities.
• Lead Testing & Validation Engineers and Laboratory Technicians.
• Manage calibration of sensors and lab equipment; coordinate with Metrology.
• Drive documentation, risk assessments, KPIs and continuous improvement.
• Ensure safety and proper PPE use, and environmental compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic Vision

Training & Coaching

Planning & Organization

Innovation & Creativity

Adaptability to Change

Research & Development Mindset

Strong Technical & Analytical Skills

Advanced English proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering / Mechatronics / Electrical / Chemical / related field

Tools

Microsoft Office 365

Job description

Position Summary

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.

Team Leadership

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.

Documentation & Continuous Improvement

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.

Competencies

• Leadership
• Strategic Vision
• Training & Coaching
• Planning & Organization
• Innovation & Creativity
• Adaptability to Change
• Research & Development Mindset
• Strong Technical and Analytical Skills