R&D Lab Automation & Systems Engineer

KCC; Simpsonville (KY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9 Paid Holidays

EBITDA Bonus

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401K

Monthly Accrued Vacation

Employee Assistance Program

ESOP

Job summary

KCC is seeking an R&D Lab Systems Engineer to support psychrometric chambers, test stands, and related software and equipment. You will work with the Lab Systems Manager to implement RTS in all chambers and build automation for the lab.

Responsibilities include maintaining chamber hardware, coordinating PM, assisting with DAQ and lab panels, and ensuring data collection and reporting. Training for associates and ensuring compliance with AHRI and ASHRAE standards are part of the role.

Qualifications

• Programming experience with Codesys, C#, C++, and C.
• Attention to detail and ability to work independently.
• Experience with SQL, IIS, and VBA.
• Electrical knowledge and PLC programming (Carel and Tracer TU).

Responsibilities

• Maintain and service hardware for psychrometric chambers and test stands.
• Collaborate with Lab Systems Manager on LabSys scheduling functionality.
• Coordinate PM with maintenance to ensure chamber equipment reliability.
• Support DAQ hardware and lab panels running chambers.
• Maintain test templates and reporting from testing activities.
• Assist RTS integration across chambers and test locations.
• Maintain LabSys software and functionality at all test locations.
• Maintain calibration records and certificates with Lab Systems Manager.
• Assist in data collection, display, and reporting during tests.
• Train associates on lab functionality and test procedures.
• Support equipment management aligned with SATELLITE program requirements.
• Develop test plans from customer requirements with Lab Systems Manager.

Skills

Codesys

C#

C++

C

SQL

IIS

VBA

Problem-solving

Electrical knowledge

PLC programming

Tools

LabSys scheduling software

RTS integration

DAQ hardware

Job description

KCC is seeking an R&D Lab Systems Engineer to support psychrometric chambers, test stands, and related software and equipment. You will work with the Lab Systems Manager to implement RTS in all chambers and build automation for the lab.

Responsibilities include maintaining chamber hardware, coordinating PM, assisting with DAQ and lab panels, and ensuring data collection and reporting. Training for associates and ensuring compliance with AHRI and ASHRAE standards are part of the role.