What you will do
This position is responsible for managing the technical staff conducting testing operations at the JADEC facility. The operations consist of multiple test stands serving multiple JCI business units (Chillers, AHU, Marine/Navy). Test labs operate 3 shifts and employ 70+ operators, test engineers and technicians.
How you will do it
Lead and manage lab engineering team to support the execution of all testing in the lab balancing the needs of the customers with the available resources
Manage necessary operational metrics to assure maximum efficiency and effectiveness of the operation
Work with the test lab customers, that primarily consist of product development engineers, to achieve excellence in testing quality and on time delivery.
Implementation and prioritization of operational improvement of testing for greatest impact relative to investment. Support achievement through continuous interaction of activities with the engineering team members
Effectively use technical expertise with industrial chillers and hydronic systems to assist the test engineering team with solving complex issues and facilitate the sharing of knowledge across the team.
Create and expend automation opportunities to increase overall utilization of facilities as well as efficiency of operations
Drive, and participate with creation, of standard procedures, test standards and processes.
Development of new procedures, processes, and resources as necessary to provide more efficient, accurate, or advanced testing services.
Test lab team interacts with many other internal departments in the Chiller business. This position is responsible to ensure strong connection with the leaders of these other teams and assist in escalation of issues that threaten productivity or on-time completion of test tasks or product development activities. These departments primarily include:
Product Development Engineering Team(s)
Advanced Development & Technology Engineering Teams
Program/Project Management
JCFS Engineering Team(s)
What we look for
BS required; MS preferred
A minimum of eight (8) years’ experience managing HVAC/R equipment development, servicing or testing, with a high level of understanding of HVAC/R systems, concepts, and diagnostics.
Candidate must be well organized and capable of managing numerous competing priorities
Ability to work under minimal supervision and take ownership of assignments, which are carried out collaboratively within lab team and customer groups.
Experience building and leading teams
Excellent people management & communication skills with ability to develop and maintain professional relationships
Strong organization and problem-solving experience
Ability to guide or mentor less experienced technical personnel within team
Strong group communication skills, presentation skills
Excellent computer and data analysis/management skills with proficiency in Microsoft Suite Applications (Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint) as well as internet software and e-mail
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Keywords:
Test Lab Manager, HVAC Testing, Engineering Management, Chiller Testing, Operational Efficiency, Team Leadership, Technical Expertise, Process Improvement, Data Analysis, Quality Assurance
