R&D Lab Test Engineer

We're Watts. Together, we're reimagining the future of water.

We feel proud every day about what we do. We're all part of the same crucial mission, no matter what function we support -- it's to provide safe, clean water for the world, and to protect our planet's most valuable resource.

What we do:

For 150 years, Watts has built best-in-class products that are trusted bycustomers in residential and commercial settings across the world.We areat theforefront of innovation, working with cutting-edge technology to provide smart andconnected, sustainable water solutions for the future. Watts is a leading brand with aquality reputation - and we have a dynamic future ahead.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• Build test fixtures for Heat Pump Systems, Combustion and heat transfer equipment; devises, fabricates and assembles new or modified mechanical components or assemblies for test rigs and instrumentation.
• Set up tests for Product Development of complete units and components under operational conditions and as prescribed by applicable UL and ANSI codes to investigate design proposals for improving equipment performance or other factors, or to obtain data for development, standardization and quality control.
• Creates and utilizes LabView datalogging and equipment control hardware and software to collect and analyze data.
• Records test procedures and results, numerical and graphical data, and recommendations for changes in product or test method. Tracks records or provides ability to trace documentation.
• Maintains lab equipment, ensuring instrument calibration and coordination of repair and maintenance of equipment both internally or via external vendors so that the lab is fully operational.
• Reviews project instructions and blueprints to ascertain test specifications, procedures, objectives, test equipment, nature of technical problem and possible solutions such as part redesign, substitution of material or parts, or rearrangement of parts or subassemblies. May provide input on specification revisions.

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QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Requires mechanical and technical ability
• Experience in heat pump and/or refrigeration systems testing is desired
• Ability to read blueprints and use various types of measuring equipment.
• Computer skills for using lab related software and MS Office.

• Bachelor's of Science in Mechanical Engineering.
• 0 to 2 years experience.
• HVAC mechanic experience is a plus.
• Strong data analysis skills
• Communication and interpersonal skills required
• LabView DAQ knowledge a plus
• Credits or experience in combustion, thermo & fluid dynamics, stress analysis, and heat transfer will be useful.
• Must thrive in a creative, team-based environment.

The expected salary range for this position is $72K- $78K yearly. Actual compensation will be dependent upon individual skills, experience, qualifications, and applicable laws.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are represented of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Occasional field travel to customer required.
• While performing duties of the job, employee is required to sit; stand; walk; use hands to handle objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear.
• Manual Dexterity: The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your two hands to grasp and assemble objects.
• Employee will lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Finger Dexterity: The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or both hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble very small objects.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time

• Office and shop floor working environment.
• Noise level is minimal with intervals of spikes.
• Required to wear safety glasses and utilize other safety equipment as required while present on the shop floor.

*As required by the Americans Disabilities Act (ADA)

Watts in it for you:

Please note that the following benefits apply only to permanent roles and do not apply to internship roles.

• Competitive compensation based on your skills, qualifications and experience
• Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits
• Family building benefits, including paid maternity/paternity leave
• 10 paid holidays and Paid Time Off
• Continued professional development opportunities and educational reimbursement
• Additional perks such as fitness reimbursements and employee discount programs
• Learn more about our benefit offerings here: https://tapintowattsbenefits.com/

How we work:

At Watts, our culture is team-oriented and supportive. Employees here genuinely care about the quality of their work, and about each other. Our people are the heart of who we are and contribute to our longevity and continued success.

And this is a place where you can have a big career. No matter your role, there are opportunities for learning and development, and your daily contributions make a meaningful impact on the lives of people who use our products and on the future of water.

Watts is committed to equal employment opportunity. We follow a policy of administering all employment decisions and personnel actions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, national origin, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, genetic disposition or carrier status, marital status, military or veteran status, minorities, or any other category protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Consistent with the obligations of state and federal law, Watts will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Any employee who needs a reasonable accommodation should contact Human Resources.