Product Test Engineer - Mechanical and HVAC

Global Connect Technologies; New Freedom (York County); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Global Connect Technologies in New Freedom, PA is seeking a Test Engineer to support our Supply Chain Outsourcing and Product Qualification Initiatives. The role focuses on component testing, supplier collaboration, and design validation.

You will analyze BOMs in SAP, manage design changes, and drive improvements to shorten production cycles. Excellent communication and a strong background in mechanical systems are required, with coordination across Materials, Quality, Engineering and Safety

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering preferred.
• Experience in product design and mechanical components.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work with suppliers and cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Analyze component assembly designs and BOMs using SAP.
• Initiate and manage design changes and deviations.
• Drive continuous improvement to reduce production cycle time.
• Review supplier specs and production processes for feasibility and reliability.
• Develop and execute test programs for chiller components and systems.
• Coordinate with suppliers and test labs to execute qualification programs.
• Support design-for-manufacturability principles in manufacturing processes.
• Lead cross-functional projects with clear status communication.
• Provide technical support to suppliers and internal teams.

Skills

Product design

Cross-functional communication

Project management

Mechanical systems understanding

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Associate degree with extensive relevant experience

Tools

SAP

Job description

Job Title: Test Engineer – Supply Chain Support

Location: New Freedom, PA (Hybrid)

Job Type: Full-Time

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated Test Engineer to support our Supply Chain Outsourcing and Product Qualification Initiatives. This role is critical in ensuring the timely completion of engineering deliverables by providing technical expertise in component testing, supplier collaboration, and design validation. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in mechanical systems, project management, and cross-functional communication.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze component assembly designs and Bills of Materials (BOMs) using SAP.
• Initiate and manage design changes and deviations, ensuring timely implementation of released designs.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on design simplification and production cycle time reduction.
• Review supplier specifications and manufacturing processes; provide engineering assessments on feasibility, quality, and reliability.
• Develop and execute test programs to verify the performance and reliability of chiller components and systems.
• Coordinate with suppliers and third-party test labs to execute qualification programs; document and report test results.
• Apply knowledge of manufacturing processes to support design-for-manufacturability principles.
• Lead and manage cross-functional projects, ensuring clear communication of project status to internal and external stakeholders.
• Provide technical support to suppliers and internal teams including Materials, Quality Control, Engineering, and Safety.

Required Qualifications

• Education:
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (preferred)
• Associate degree with extensive relevant experience will also be considered
• Experience & Skills:
• Experience with product design
• Strong understanding of mechanical components: compressors, fans, motors, drives, heat exchangers, valves, wiring, sheet metal, and piping. This can be from practical or academic experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work effectively with suppliers and cross-functional teams
• Familiarity with product testing in both in-house and third-party lab environments
• Experience with basic project management tasks

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in HVAC or chiller systems
• Experience with SAP or similar ERP systems
• Knowledge of international testing standards and qualification protocols