Lab Technician I

The Industrial R&D Technician performs testing of basic components and systems in accordance with engineering specifications, procedures and acceptable industry standards in support of senior technicians. This position will serve our Water Heater Division, located in Montgomery, AL. Use blueprints and drawings to design sheet metal components and general assemblies. Apply standards-based methods for empirical testing to evaluate assigned problems. Apply the basics of airflow measurements and computations including temperatures (dry bulb, wet bulb, dew point, relative humidity) and pressure incorporating temperature relationships to test setup and execution. Setup, adjust, and change test samples and setups for testing and perform the required testing in accordance with engineering specifications or defined test practices. Collect, analyze, interpret, summarize, and document data and information gathered during testing. Operate, maintain, and repair test equipment, instrumentation, and systems following engineering specifications or defined test practices. Use of hand tools including welding and brazing tools. Demonstrate an understanding of operating computer systems for data acquisition, recording test results, project status reporting, and managing test documentation, records, and reports. Manage electronic communications and assigned tasks documentation. Demonstrate an understanding of how to manage electronic communications and test and project documentation. Provide regular verbal and written reports summarizing project results and conclusions to project leaders. Write reports covering test conditions, procedures, results, conclusions, and recommendations. Complete assigned tasks and participate in R&D design development teams according to defined requirements. Performs other duties as assigned. High school diploma or equivalent. Demonstrate understanding of the following concepts: (A) Sheet metal and assembly design and design fabrication; (B) Test standards and materials properties; (C) Test performance and documentation. Ability to understand equipment assembly, basic electrical wiring, and basic system maintenance and repair. Experience with driving and operating a lift truck. Ability to obtain a Forklift license within six months of hire if needed. Excellent communication skills, written and verbal, with attention to detail and accuracy. Proficient computer skills and in-depth knowledge of relevant software such as MS Office Suite. Demonstrates ability to work well with others in a matrix team environment. Must be able to safely climb, bend, or otherwise move while potentially carrying heavy equipment or parts, up to 50 pounds, occasionally. As a leader at Rheem, how you achieve results is as important as the results you achieve. While LEADING SELF, you will be expected to demonstrate the following competencies and behaviors: Adapting Business Understanding Collaborating Communicating Effectively Continuously Improving Customer-Orientation Developing Self Focusing on Results Influencing Managing Relationships Managing Work Problem Solving & Decision Making Equivalent combination of education, experience, and skills may supplement above minimum job requirements. At Rheem, we are dedicated to bringing comfort to people's lives. As a leading global manufacturer of heating, cooling and water heating equipment, we are innovating all-new ways to deliver just the right temperature while saving energy, water and supporting a more sustainable future. It is an exciting challenge that requires a team of talented, passionate people with a diverse set of skills. From engineers to accountants, sales professionals to support experts, Rheem depends on people to power our innovations. Join Rheem, and help shape the future of products that impact lives-every day. Rheem is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Rheem encourages all qualified candidates to apply, including those of any race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. The job description above has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Equivalent combination of education, experience, and skills may supplement above minimum job requirements. For U.S. Based jobs, please note that Rheem is unable to hire candidates to be employed in the following states: Alaska, Hawaii, Idaho, Louisiana, Mississippi, Montana, New Mexico, North Dakota, South Dakota, Vermont, West Virginia, or Wyoming. Rheem and its subsidiaries do not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of an executed Recruitment Services Agreement, there will be no obligation to any referral compensation or recruiter fee.