Sr Engineering Technician I

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. Were 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:

1. 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.

1. 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.

1. 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.