Maintenance Engineer – HVAC Test Laboratory (Electrical & Mechanical Facilities)

About the role

The Maintenance Engineer – HVAC Test Laboratory (Electrical & Mechanical Facilities) is a full-time, onsite position located at Carrier-Charlotte (9701 Old Statesville Road, Charlotte, NC 28269), operating on a Monday through Friday schedule from 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM with emergency on-call availability as needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on HVAC test rigs, dynamic lab infrastructure, and low-to-medium voltage electrical distribution systems to ensure maximum testing uptime.
• Collaborate closely with test supervisors to support setup readiness, troubleshoot instrumentation and data acquisition systems, and lead electrical fault diagnoses.
• Drive continuous improvement through root cause analysis, manage equipment safety compliance, and coordinate with external vendors for critical calibration and repairs.
• Support calibration of sensors (RTDs, pressure, flow, and electrical instruments) and ensure all instrumentation is operational and compliant with test standards.
• Coordinate with external vendors for repairs, calibration, and upgrades and support procurement and inventory of critical spare parts.
• Support test execution by ensuring stable operating conditions and assist in setting up and troubleshooting of data acquisition systems (e.g., Yokogawa, LabView).

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical / electrical engineering or a technical field.
• 3+ years of experience in HVAC systems, or industrial maintenance, or lab environment.
• 3+ years of hands-on experience with electrical and mechanical systems.
• Able and willing to work off-shift or weekend support during critical maintenance or breakdowns for emergency on-call.
• Able and willing to stand for most of the shift, lift up to 60 pounds, and work around mechanical equipment.

Preferred Qualifications

• EPA 608 Certification (Universal).
• CMMS experience/knowledge.
• Experience in HVAC test labs or chiller testing environments.
• Knowledge of AHRI standards and lab testing practices.
• Experience with PLCs, SCADA, LabView, or Yokogawa systems.
• Strong understanding of hydronic systems, cooling towers, and industrial utilities.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and P&IDs.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and support critical lab operations.
• Strong understanding of maintenance planning, troubleshooting, and execution.
• Knowledge of safety practices and standard operating procedures.

Pay and Benefits

The annual salary for this position is between $64,500.00 - $129,500.00 annually. Factors which may affect pay within this range include, but are not limited to, skills, education, experience, and other unique qualifications of the successful candidate.

Other Compensation:

• Health Care Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision; Wellness incentives
• Retirement Benefits: Time off and Leave, Disability, Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment, Tax-Advantaged Accounts

Work Environment

Exposure to refrigerants, compressed gases, and varying temperatures.

Contact Information

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If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process, participate in an interview, or otherwise engage in the hiring process, please contact us at Carrier.Recruiting@carrier.com. We will make every effort to meet your needs in accordance with applicable laws.

Application Deadline: Applications will be accepted for at least 3 days from Job Posting Date: 14 July 2026

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