HVAC Test Technician – Prototyping, Testing & Troubleshooting

Leonardo DRS; High Ridge (MO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Health Savings Account

Telemedicine

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Legal insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Leonardo DRS, Inc. in High Ridge, MO is seeking a Test Technician to provide hands-on support for assembly, testing and troubleshooting of HVAC&R equipment, including heat exchangers, chillers and water pumps.

You will follow test procedures, log data, and assist engineers with performance predictions and component sizing. The role requires EPA 608 certification, ability to read schematics, soldering and basic MS Office proficiency.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• Competent technical expertise in HVAC&R systems and tools.
• EPA 608 Universal Certification.
• Ability to obtain Security Clearance.
• Ability to read simple electrical schematics, refrigeration diagrams and product drawings.
• Experience with terminal soldering, crimping, and connector fabrication.
• Ability to work independently under supervision of others while reporting of progress and status.
• Proficient with basic hand and shop tools.
• Competency with MS Office software tools including Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Testing of mechanical equipment, especially heat exchangers, air conditioning, refrigeration and air handling systems under the supervision of engineers.
• Reading and following test procedures, conducting accurate tests, and maintaining equipment test logs.
• Connection of power/water, instruments and equipment in preparation for tests.
• Hands on work with HVAC&R equipment, chillers, and water pumps.
• Evacuate, leak test and operate refrigeration equipment.
• Gather and assemble test data and test reports for engineers. Communication of test results.
• Support development of new HVAC&R equipment for component sizing, selection, and performance predictions.
• Assist in wiring and fabricating prototype control panels using industry standard practices.
• Debug test hardware/software and assist in the selection of new and improved test instruments and lab facilities.
• Troubleshoot production and prototype HVAC&R equipment electrical issues and test electrical assemblies.
• Use basic electrical schematics, refrigeration diagrams, and product drawings to complete tasks.
• Travel as required to other test sites in support of equipment testing.
• Contribute to team efforts by accomplishing results in a cooperative and supportive manner.
• Complete assigned tasks on time, within budget and following design specifications.
• Communicate clearly (written and oral) with other company personnel and customers.
• Support, communicate, reinforce, and defend the mission, values and culture of the organization.

Skills

HVAC&R expertise

Electrical testing

Reading schematics

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Leonardo DRS, Inc. in High Ridge, MO is seeking a Test Technician to provide hands-on support for assembly, testing and troubleshooting of HVAC&R equipment, including heat exchangers, chillers and water pumps.

You will follow test procedures, log data, and assist engineers with performance predictions and component sizing. The role requires EPA 608 certification, ability to read schematics, soldering and basic MS Office proficiency.