R&D Engineer (Refrigeration)

Description

• Lead NPD development testing of refrigeration products, based on guidance provided by integration team, and R&D special projects.
• Utilize blueprints, wiring diagrams, and other documentation to setup equipment for testing.
• Visit customers to provide on-site troubleshooting of product or service problems as needed
• Communicate with customers, representatives or service technicians via telephone concerning product and service issues.
• Lead meetings to review setup or testing needs for products.
• Support in plant customer service, sales, tours etc.
• Tasked with continuous improvement of a new and emerging field of research technology.
• Maintain certification and maintenance of equipment with third parties.
• Calibrates and repairs performance issues.
• Build prototype heating products and perform testing and records results.
• Assist Final Assembly area with problems occurring during assembly.
• Maintain productive and collaborative relationships with other Watts employees.

Requirements

• Ability to be flexible and adapt to changing work priorities and stressful conditions.
• Must successfully establish employment eligibility and satisfactorily complete background checks, including urinalysis, and required pre-employment testing as a condition of employment.
• Ability to read documents, use a computer, and perform data entry tasks.
• EPA 608 refrigerant certification.
• Knowledge of refrigeration or HVAC systems.
• Understanding of and adherence to applicable laws, codes, policies, regulations, and safety practices and procedures, as applicable.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time.
• Ability to lift and carry up to [insert amount] pounds.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or engineering technology.
• Ability to physically move around manufacturing floor.
• Ability to communicate clearly with management and coworkers, particularly in meetings or phone calls.
• Ability to physically move around the office, organize or transport files, packages, or other office-related materials.
• Ability to occasionally lift and carry light objects, such as office supplies, documents, or small equipment.
• Two plus years working in a new product development or R&D position.
• Travel up to 25%.
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment, which may include, but is not limited to, safety shoes, hearing protection, and safety glasses.
• Knowledge of test instrumentation such as temperature, pressure and flow meters.
• Punctuality and dependability.
• Two plus years’ experience with R744.
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks like typing on a keyboard or using a mouse for extended periods.
• Adherence to all personnel policies, procedures, and standards of process as implemented by Watts.
• Ability to remain seated at a desk or workstation for extended periods.
• Knowledge of plumbing systems and basic electrical systems.
• Ability to push and pull up to [insert amount] pounds.
• Knowledge of electronic controls and electromechanical devices.
• Ability to operate standard office equipment such as computers, printers, phones, and copiers.
• Ability to read documents and communicate clearly with management and coworkers.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation based on your skills, qualifications and experience
• Family building benefits, including paid maternity/paternity leave
• Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits
• Additional perks such as fitness reimbursements and employee discount programs
• Continued professional development opportunities and educational reimbursement
• 10 paid holidays and Paid Time Off

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance