SUMMARY:
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POSITION INFO:
RESPONSIBILITIES
? Manage and maintain test area and development.
? Process, interpret and prepare test date to compile test reports.
? Design and improve refrigeration systems and components.
? Ensure swift and efficient product qualification.
? Manage site testing and data logging programs.
? Manage and maintain test equipment.
? Lead new Research and Development projects.
? Assist with refrigeration design for new products.
? Do compressor, liquid line component and controller selections.
? Manage setup parameters of refrigeration products.
? Manage technical database for products.
? Liaise with consulting engineers and attend site meetings as required.
? Liaise with refrigeration contractors and provide appropriate technical solutions.
? Build strong relationships with contactor partners and provide technical support and training as required.
? Provide customer and on-site support as required to end user.
? Lead and manage certain project warranty processes and supplier warranty claims.
? Provide technical support.
? Develop technical specifications documentation.
? Provide technical assistance to Spares department.
? Design new optimized versions of products in the existing product portfolio for continuous product improvement.
? Assist management by providing technical solutions and quotations as required.
? Prepare engineering instructions, technical manuals, and laboratory tests.
? Supervise commissioning of new control systems on display cabinets.
? Source cost efficient components and materials.
? Requisition special bought out components that are not in stock.
? Assist with Engineering change procedures.
? Assist with Engineering Instructions
EXPERIENCE & REQUIREMENTS
- NQF6 Level in refrigeration technician qualification or NDipl. in mechanical engineering
- Computer literate, especially MS Excel
- Assertive, detailed, and able to motivate and lead others.
- Minimum 5 years hands-on experience and strong fault-finding skills
- Work experience on commercial refrigeration through a reputable service and installation company.
- Valid SAQCC Authorized practitioner’s card (Category C-Inspector)
- Preferably 2-years’ experience in CO2 Transcritical system installation, commissioning, and maintenance
- Experience in design and application of refrigeration systems.
- Must be willing to travel often.
- Assertive, proactive and the desire to add value in a progressive organization.
- Ability to work well independently and/or as part of a team.
