Sr Engineering Technician I

SPX Cooling Technologies; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

Health insurance

401(k) match

Educational assistance

Job summary

SPX Cooling Technologies seeks a Senior Engineering Technician to support R&D and validation of heat exchanger products. You will independently perform complex laboratory and field tests, maintain equipment, analyze data, and partner with engineering teams to ensure performance, quality, and safety.

You will mentor technicians, support product development, and drive improvements in laboratory processes while ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical documentation.
• Extensive laboratory testing or engineering technician experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to read engineering drawings.
• Knowledge of laboratory instrumentation, calibration methods, and data acquisition systems.
• Strong Microsoft Office, analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Set up, execute, and troubleshoot complex laboratory and field testing for heat exchangers and related systems.
• Calibrate and maintain laboratory instrumentation and data acquisition systems.
• Prepare technical reports and recommend improvements based on test data.
• Train and mentor technicians and support cross-functional engineering teams.

Skills

Blueprint interpretation

Laboratory testing

Data analysis

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree in Engineering Technology or related field

Technical certificate in mechanical/electrical/HVAC tech

Tools

Laboratory instrumentation

Data acquisition systems

Calibration methods

Process instrumentation and test equipment

Job description

Building the people that build the world.

With platforms in HVAC and Detection and Measurement, SPX Technologies builds innovative solutions that enable a safer, more efficient, sustainable world. Through our RiSE talent development framework, we Reach, Identify, Strengthen, and Engage our employees to support them in their continued development. We're a global company of problem solvers, collaborators, and innovators, and our businesses build solutions that impact the world.

As part of HVAC Cooling, SPX Cooling Technologies is a leader in high quality industrial HVAC equipment used to cool large facilities like hospitals, data centers, and power plants. With cooling towers, fans, and refrigeration units, companies rely on brands like Marley, Recold, and SGS to provide comfort and mission critical and industrial cooling solutions.

How you will make an Impact (Job Summary)

SPX is a diverse team of unique individuals who all make an impact. As a Senior Engineering Technician, you will serve as a technical expert supporting research, development, validation, and continuous improvement of heat exchanger products and systems through laboratory and field testing. You will independently execute complex laboratory and field testing, maintain testing equipment and facilities, analyze and report technical data, and partner with engineering teams to validate product performance, quality, and safety.

In addition to laboratory responsibilities, you will serve as a technical resource for engineers and technicians by mentoring others, supporting product development, maintaining laboratory operations, recommending equipment and process improvements, and ensuring compliance with applicable safety and quality standards.

This role encourages innovation and continuously improves efficiency of technical support, monitors advances of technology and competition, and supports global and acquisition-related technical issues in areas of expertise.

What you can expect in this role (Job Responsibilities)

While each day brings new opportunities at SPX, your core responsibilities will be:

Advanced Laboratory Testing, Product Validation, & Data Analysis

• Independently set up, execute, and troubleshoot complex laboratory and field testing for heat exchangers, components, and related systems.
• Calibrate, verify, operate, and maintain laboratory instrumentation, data acquisition systems, and specialized testing equipment.
• Prepare technical reports, analyze test data, document procedures, and recommend product or testing improvements.

Laboratory Operations, Equipment, & Facility Support

• Maintain laboratory equipment, tooling, and facility infrastructure to ensure safe and efficient operation.
• Coordinate purchasing of laboratory materials and recommend facility upgrades and capital improvements.
• Ensure compliance with ANSI, ASTM, ISO, OSHA, and company standards while supporting facility maintenance activities.

Technical Leadership, Collaboration, & Continuous Improvement

• Serve as a technical resource for engineering teams supporting product development, validation, and field testing.
• Train and mentor technicians, interns, contractors, and engineering personnel while supporting customer demonstrations and evaluations.
• Develop and improve laboratory procedures, data acquisition tools, and testing processes to increase efficiency, quality, and safety.

What we are looking for (Required/Ideal Experience, Skills, Education)

We each bring something to the table, and we are looking for someone who has:

Education & Certifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate degree in Engineering Technology, Mechanical Technology, or related technical field preferred
• Technical certificate, or equivalent experience in mechanical, electrical, HVAC, or industrial technology

Required Experience & Skills

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical documentation
• Extensive laboratory testing or engineering technician experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to read engineering drawings and technical documentation.
• Knowledge of laboratory instrumentation, calibration methods, and data acquisition systems.
• Strong Microsoft Office, analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

Ideal Experience & Skills

• Experience operating man lifts, cranes, forklifts, or scaffolding
• Experience in laboratory, research, or industrial testing environments
• Exposure to HVAC, heat exchangers, refrigeration, or industrial manufacturing environments
• Understanding of data acquisition systems, operating/programming VFDs and/or PLC systems
• Programming knowledge (e.g., Visual Basic, HP Basic, Quick Basic)
• Experience mentoring technicians and supporting cross-functional engineering teams.

Travel & Working Environment

• Hands-on test/research/fabrication/shop environment
• The position may require working occasionally outside normal work hours.
  • (Some nights/weekends due to situational test requirements)
• Lifting up to 70 pounds.
• Bending and stooping.
• Working at heights less than 50 feet above ground.
• Work with exposure to bad weather and/or excessive heat.

How we live our culture

Our culture is at the center of what we do and, more importantly, who we are. Our core values set a standard for how we manage ourselves, and our Leadership Model sets the standard for how we engage with each other. Whether you are an individual contributor or you lead a large team, each of us leads at SPX.

What benefits do we offer?

We know that the well-being of our employees is integral. Our benefits include:

• Generous and flexible paid time off including paid personal time off, caregiver, parental, and volunteer leave
• Competitive health insurance plans and 401(k) match, with benefits starting day one
• Competitive and performance-based compensation packages and bonus plans
• Educational assistance, leadership development programs, and recognition programs

Our commitment to embrace diversity to build a culture of inclusion at SPX

We value different backgrounds, experiences, and voices at SPX, and we are committed to challenging ourselves, openly communicating, and striving to improve every day. We believe in creating an inclusive work environment where everyone has a voice and is encouraged to realize their fullest potential.

SPX is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer committed to making selection decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation or identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis.