R&D Lab Maintenance Technician

Job Description Job Title:

R&D Lab Maintenance Technician Req ID:

47357 Job Location (Short):

Tallahassee, FL, USA Employment Type:

Full Time Segment:

Danfoss Climate Solutions Segment Job Category:

R&D, Technology and Engineering Work Location Type:

On-site The Impact You'll Make As our R&D Lab Maintenance Technician , you'll play a key role in keeping our compressor and chiller test platforms running safely, reliably, and on schedule—so our engineering teams can develop and validate leading-edge, oil-free refrigeration compressor technology. Your impact? You'll help ensure tests are executed correctly, data is captured and verified against required conditions, and lab assets stay ready through basic maintenance and documentation. The result is higher test uptime, better data quality, and faster learning cycles for new product development. You'll collaborate with R&D lab team members and project engineers, taking ownership of safe test execution, basic troubleshooting, and maintenance support that helps us operate in a more efficient and dependable way. What You'll Be Doing Safely operate test platforms (including gas cycle test rigs and chiller systems) and follow established test procedures Execute basic compressor-related tests, generate test data, and verify required test conditions are met Communicate test progress, issues, and observations with lab teammates and project engineers Perform basic troubleshooting to identify and resolve test or equipment issues during execution Complete directed basic maintenance activities (e.g., leak checks, sensor calibration) and update maintenance documentation per department procedures What We're Looking For Active EPA 608 Universal Certification (required) Meets DTC Test Technician 01 education and experience requirements Detailed knowledge of refrigeration cycle fundamentals and hands-on understanding of HVAC/chiller operation Ability to operate external measuring equipment (e.g., meters, data acquisition/DAQ equipment) and work with test data confidently Ability to complete required safety/environmental training and work safely in a hands-on lab environment Proficiency in Microsoft Office What You'll Get from Us We promote from within and support your learning with mentoring, training, and access to global opportunities. You'll have flexibility, autonomy, and support to do your best work while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Your well-being matters to us. We strive to create an inclusive work environment where people of all backgrounds are respected, and valued for who they are. You'll receive benefits like 13th salary, annual bonus, paid vacation, pension plans, personal insurance, and more. These vary by country and contract, but they're worth asking about—we think they're pretty great. Ready to Make a Difference? If this role excites you, we'd love to hear from you! to start the conversation and learn more about where your career can go with us. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected category. Information at a Glance Danfoss engineers solutions that increase machine productivity, reduce emissions, lower energy consumption, and enable electrification. Our solutions are used in such areas as refrigeration, air conditioning, heating, power conversion, motor control, industrial machinery, automotive, marine, and off- and on-highway equipment. We also provide solutions for renewable energy, such as solar and wind power, as well as district-energy infrastructure for cities. Our innovative engineering dates back to 1933. Danfoss is family-owned, employing more than 39.000 people, serving customers in more than 100 countries through a global footprint of 95 factories. Danfoss engineers solutions that increase machine productivity, reduce emissions, lower energy consumption, and enable electrification. Our solutions are used in such areas as refrigeration, air conditioning, heating, power conversion, motor control, industrial machinery, automotive, marine, and off- and on-highway equipment. We also provide solutions for renewable energy, such as solar and wind power, as well as district-energy infrastructure for cities. Our innovative engineering dates back to 1933. Danfoss is family-owned, employing more than 39.360 people, serving customers in more than 100 countries through a global footprint of 95 factories.