Marvel Refrigeration ยท 2 days ago
ENGINEERING LAB MGR
Greenville, SC
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
7+ years expMiddleby Refrigeration is seeking an experienced and technically skilled Lab Manager to oversee their refrigeration testing and design laboratory in Greenville, MI. This leadership role is responsible for managing laboratory operations, testing activities, and personnel while ensuring product performance, safety, and regulatory compliance across their brands.
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Responsibilities
Manage daily laboratory operations, including test equipment, instrumentation, schedules, and personnel
Lead design validation, performance testing, and certification testing of refrigeration systems, subassemblies, and components
Develop, implement, and maintain standardized test protocols to ensure accuracy, repeatability, and compliance with internal and external requirements
Ensure compliance with applicable regulatory and industry standards, including UL, DOE, EPA, ENERGY STAR, ASHRAE, and other relevant certifications
Collaborate with product development, controls, and compliance teams to provide engineering data supporting design improvements and new product development
Oversee test setup design, instrumentation configuration, data acquisition systems, and calibration of laboratory equipment
Ensure laboratory safety, environmental compliance, and quality control standards are consistently met
Supervise, mentor, and develop lab technicians and engineers
Support and lead compliance audits, certification testing, and documentation efforts
Drive continuous improvement initiatives related to lab processes, test accuracy, efficiency, and equipment capability
Maintain accurate testing records, reports, and compliance documentation
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Refrigeration Engineering, or a related field required
Minimum of 7 years of experience in refrigeration or ice machine system design, testing, or laboratory management
Strong understanding of thermodynamics, heat transfer, and refrigeration cycle principles
Hands-on experience with test setup design, instrumentation, and engineering data analysis
Familiarity with industry standards and regulatory requirements, including UL 60335, DOE efficiency standards, and EPA refrigerant regulations
Experience with automated controls, data acquisition systems, and compliance documentation
Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills
Proven ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
Must pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check
Preferred
Experience in commercial refrigeration or ice machine manufacturing
Knowledge of energy efficiency and sustainability initiatives in refrigeration design
Experience with ammonia or CO2 refrigeration systems
Experience leading compliance audits or certification testing
Background in appliance or commercial refrigeration product development
Knowledge of PLCs, control systems, or embedded system testing
Lean or Six Sigma certification
Experience with CAD and simulation tools (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD)
Benefits
A competitive benefits package including 401(k) matching.
Company provided life insurance, short and long-term disability insurance.
Paid time off at start
Paid holidays
Tuition reimbursement
Employee referral program.
Company
Marvel Refrigeration
Marvel Refrigeration provides customers with high-quality luxury refrigeration storage for the preservation of food, beverages, and wine.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase