RF Technician

SUMMARY:
- 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.