> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/1422724-test-engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/1422724-test-engineer). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Test Engineer - **Company:** Carrier Inc - **Location:** East Syracuse, NY, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $64,500.0 - $129,500.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Excel, Data Analysis, Data Integrity, Pivot Tables, Systems Integration, Test Data - **Published:** July 24, 2026 - **Apply:** https://dejobs.org/x/x/ABA491B0568C42EAB989BB9A1C4F76ED/job/ ## About the Role * HVAC Technical Certificate with 5+ years of engineering experience in test, lab, systems, or controls environments., * Bachelor's degree in Engineering., * Working knowledge of HVAC systems sufficient to evaluate system behavior and data validity. * Experience troubleshooting instrumentation, sensors, and DAQ systems. * Proficient in reading and interpreting electrical and controls wiring diagrams * Strong Excel skills (pivot tables, formulas, data analysis). * Ability to communicate effectively with lab technicians and lab leadership. * Experience with data acquisition systems, PLCs, controls, or industrial interfaces. * Experience with dashboards, metrics, or process improvement. * Willing and able to lift and carry up to 40 lbs. * Willing and able to work at heights up to 20 feet. ## Description Early- to mid-career Mechanical Engineer responsible for improving HVAC test laboratory effectiveness through systems thinking, data integrity, and standard work. This role partners with technicians, engineering, controls, and IT to reduce ambiguity, improve lab utilization, and increase confidence in test data. The position is designed as a force multiplier for the lab and does not routinely operate test equipment., * Partner with lab technicians and engineering teams to resolve ambiguous or blocked test situations. * Diagnose HVAC system behavior using sensor and test data. * Troubleshoot data-quality issues, including signal noise, instrumentation errors, and system interfaces. * Design and improve data acquisition (DAQ) architectures and system integrations. * Develop, design, and integrate lab equipment and hardware setups. * Serve as a bridge between NPD engineering, controls, and IT teams. * Create and implement standard work for emerging lab systems and capabilities. * Lead root-cause analyses of recurring lab and data issues. * Develop dashboards, metrics, and summaries to improve lab visibility and utilization. * Prepare clear, executive-ready summaries for lab leadership. Level of Responsibility * Operate independently on system-level lab issues within established key performance indicators (KPIs). * Make technical judgment calls to keep lab work moving when direction is unclear. * Drive measurable improvements in lab utilization, process stability, and visibility. ## Related Videos - [Dirty Tests And How To Clean Them](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/515-dirty-tests-and-how-to-clean-them) - [Data Science in Retail](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/586-data-science-in-retail) - [Beyond Dashboards: Fixing Text-to-SQL with Semantic RAG](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2036-beyond-dashboards-fixing-text-to-sql-with-semantic-rag) - [Stop Guessing, Start Measuring: Evaluating RAG Systems with Synthetic Test Data](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1982-stop-guessing-start-measuring-evaluating-rag-systems-with-synthetic-test-data) - [Data Science on Software Data](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/162-data-science-on-software-data) - [Scaling Talent from Within: How Upskilling Fuels Growth](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1379-scaling-talent-from-within-how-upskilling-fuels-growth) ## Related Articles - [Data Engineer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/253-data-engineer-salary-uk) - [Top-Paying Tech Jobs (with Salaries)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/372-top-paying-tech-jobs-with-salaries) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market) - [The 8 Best Code Testing Tools](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/402-the-8-best-code-testing-tools) - [What’s the Difference between a Junior, Mid, and Senior Developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/238-what-s-the-difference-between-a-junior-mid-and-senior-developer)