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Carrier · 3 weeks ago

1st Shift Supervisor – Engineering Laboratory

Charlotte, NC

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

Carrier is a global leader in intelligent climate and energy solutions, committed to creating impactful solutions for people and the planet. The 1st Shift Supervisor will oversee daily operations in engineering laboratories, leading test teams and ensuring high productivity while maintaining a safe and efficient lab environment.

EnergyHeating Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC)

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Supervise technicians by providing technical leadership and coordinating test and validation activities to ensure quality outcomes

Lead and organize test teams to conduct water-cooled and air-cooled chiller testing

Set up and operate instrumentation including Yokogawa systems, RTDs, and other relevant tools for chiller testing

Maintain a strong understanding of calibration processes and AHRI standards

Promote and enforce lab safety, EHS compliance, and equipment uptime

Coordinate with vendors and maintenance teams to ensure instrumentation is fully operational, report breakdowns and support preventive maintenance initiatives

Participate in weekly stakeholder reviews to align on test schedules and deliverables, present test reports during customer witness events

Document and report issues, delays, and corrective actions

Track and report test status, issue resolution, shift turnover effectiveness, and test pad efficiency

Build and maintain high-performing teams through hiring, training, and retention strategies

Collaborate seamlessly with peers to manage workload during peak periods

Drive operational visibility and demonstrate the lab’s value proposition through clear communication and reporting

Qualification

HVAC lab operationsElectrical troubleshootingPrecise measurement systemsMechanical drawings interpretationPerformance testingHydronic pumping systemsLabPro (LabView)Team developmentCommunication skills

Required

High School Diploma / GED

5+ years of experience in HVAC lab operations

2+ years of experience working with precise measurement systems (electrical, temperature, pressure, flow)

2+ years of experience with electrical troubleshooting and power panel operations

Preferred

Associates or Bachelor's Degree in Engineering Technology

Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, P&IDs, and equipment manuals

Hands-on experience in manufacturing and production lines (building, wiring, brazing, testing chillers)

Proficiency with hand tools, power tools, and test instruments

Experience with performance or factory acceptance testing for commercial equipment

Knowledge of hydronic pumping systems, cooling towers, boilers, and medium-voltage industrial power supplies

Familiarity with LabPro (LabView) applications

Company

Carrier

Glassdoor3.7

Carrier is the provider of intelligent climate and energy solutions.

Founded in 1902

Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, USA

10001+ employees

https://www.corporate.carrier.com

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