Lab Technician

Bosch Group; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

FHP Manufacturing in Fort Lauderdale, FL, is seeking a test technician to assemble, set up, and run performance tests on water‑source heat pumps and related HVAC subsystems. You will support the laboratory supervisor, maintain tools, and contribute to continuous improvements in procedures and test methods.

The role requires the ability to lift up to 35 lbs, stand for long periods, and work with test equipment, instrumentation, and Windows PCs.

Qualifications

• Experience performing tests on HVAC systems or related equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret test procedures and data.
• Good manual dexterity and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Set‑up and instrument HVAC equipment and components in test rooms or field locations.
• Perform tests on units according to applicable test procedures.
• Monitor and record data, calculate results, and present findings to Engineering.
• Maintain test rooms, instrumentation and reconditioning apparatus.
• Cross check and assist in instrument calibration to ensure accuracy.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Lab testing

HVAC knowledge

Data recording

Calibration concepts

Windows PC

Tools

Test equipment

Calibration tools

Windows PC knowledge

Job description

FHP Manufacturing, located in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, is a joint venture between Robert Bosch (BOSCH Group) and Carrier Corporation.

FHP Manufacturing is a leader in the production of geothermal and water source heat pumps, providing some of the most efficient heating and cooling comfort solutions in the industry.

Job Description

Assemble, modify, set‑up and conduct performance and other tests on air conditioning systems, sub-systems. and component assemblies. Focus is for water‑source heat pumps in particular, testing to be directed by the Laboratory Supervisor.

Assist with maintenance of the lab tools and equipment. Annual, monthly, and daily preventative maintenance as prompted by PM systems and lab supervisor. Assist with improvements in the lab systems and/or tools as required to provide continuous improvement in processes and procedures. This may include procedure writing and editing.

Responsibilities:

• Set‑up and instrument HVAC equipment and / or components described above in test rooms or field locations.
• Perform tests on units, in keeping with the laboratory work schedule, according to applicable and appropriate test procedures.
• Monitor and accurately record test data, calculate results or enter data into computer and formulate results for presentation to Engineering.
• Maintain test rooms, instrumentation and reconditioning apparatus.
• Cross check and assist in instrument calibration to ensure accurate, reliable test results and to maintain laboratory certification.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Able to lift 35lbs and stand for up to 8 hrs.

Additional Information

• General knowledge of HVAC units and designs
• Understanding of the thermal cycle
• Understanding of the impacts of heat exchangers, TXVs, Fan Motors, Compressors,
• High attention to detail
• Good communications skills
• Knowledge of simple electrical circuits
• Machine operation, blueprint reading, hand tools use, and Windows PC knowledge preferred.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.