Lab Technician

Napoleon leads the way with innovative engineering, advanced manufacturing techniques, unsurpassed customer service and remarkable product quality. Our award-winning products offer a best-in-class experience for all customers’ home comfort needs. While we are proudly Canadian, Napoleon is also fortunate to operate on a world-wide scale.

The warmth and experience that a Napoleon product brings to the homes of our customers transcends borders, language, and cultures to enhance everyday living across the globe. Throughout North America, Europe, South America and Asia, Napoleon creates memorable moments through our stunning designs and innovative technologies.

Reports to: Validation Manager/Supervisor, Lab Coordinator or Technology Manager

Location: 9 Napoleon Road, Barrie

Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities:

• Set-up and conduct performance, safety testing and other activities related to product development validation and certification following internal and industry standards and test methods (CSA, ANSI, UL, ASHRAE, AHRI).
• Performance and Efficiency: input rates, burner operation, energy and fuel efficiency (P4.1, AFUE, FER, SEER, HSPF, etc).
• Safety: ignition tests, emissions, structural integrity and reliability, enclosure temperatures.
• Electrical and control systems testing.
• Environmental testing: wind, rain, hot/cold temperatures testing.
• Technical documentation: review and validate technical data and specifications, assembly, installation and service procedures for appliances and accessories.
• Accurate and appropriate data collection using various R&D calibrated equipment for pressure, flow, temperature, combustion products, and electrical parameters.
• Data storage including test sheets, raw data, photographs, processed data, videos, reports etc. correctly in company testing project folders.
• Data analysis and reporting focusing on accuracy and completeness, generating thorough, accurate and detailed test reports including appropriate conclusions and recommendations.
• Effectively collaborate with project / production coordinators for product reviews, benchmarking, design review, testing reviews and provide relevant data, recommendations and conclusions regarding manufacturability, performance, cost reduction or durability.
• Sheet Metal Layout and Fabrication: Creating hand sketches for self or others to use for the purpose of making sample parts, limited prototypes and communicating changes to project coordinators or designers.
• Build and assemble prototype units: Assemble prototypes from production parts, prototype, or modified components or samples.
• Consistently report relevant findings and new information in company ‘Lessons Learned’ spreadsheet / database.
• Planning daily, weekly and monthly work for assigned projects based on timing deadlines and test input from project coordinators.
• Safe use and operation of R&D construction equipment including but not limited to: Welder, Plasma Cutter, Band Saw, Drill Press, Glass Cutter, Belt Sander, Bench Grinder, Paint Booth operation, Paint Storage, Metal Shear, and Metal Break.
• Use of company prescribed health and safety equipment appropriate for the tool and/or work area.
• Ensuring a safe and professional work area is maintained, including proper storage of all tools and equipment.
• Undertake certification testing for assigned projects in collaboration with project coordinator and 3rd party testing agency.

General Daily Responsibilities:

• Be on time and adequately prepared for all meetings.
• Work to the project direction of their assigned PC or manager during product development.
• Report SR&ED time and materials weekly.
• Keep Task Board up to date.
• Know companies monthly core value and how it is intended to be applied.
• Dress code in effect.
• Technical Support for Production Department.
• Maintain and Calibrate Lab Equipment.
• Work independently or in conjunction with corresponding R&D Engineering team.
• Provide occasional support for sample / show set-up for events within the company and at third party locations.

Education and Experience:

Minimum Education: Post-Secondary/College Diploma in Engineering Technology - preferably with Mechanical focus or equivalent and/or Directly Related Experience in Grills/Hearth/HVAC respectively.

Directly applicable demonstrated experience may be considered in lieu of formal education.

Minimum Years of Experience:

• Minimum 5 years work experience. A minimum of 2 years related experience in grills/hearth/HVAC products respectively and/or sheet metal fabrication, manufacturing including product assembly etc.

May be reduced to:

• 1-year related experience with 2-year College Diploma in a related field of study; OR
• 1-year related experience preferred with a 3-year College Diploma in a related field of study.

Certifications Required: Gas/Wood: G3 or WETT or National Fireplace Institute (NFI) gas, or ODP Certificate (to be completed within 2 years), wood and/or pellet (superior candidates), G2 (superior candidate), 313 (superior candidates).

Computer Software Requirement: Microsoft Office, (strong excel is a recognized asset), Visual, Internet Research Skills, SolidWorks fundamentals (is an asset), LabVIEW (superior candidates).

Specialized Skills:

• Demonstrated knowledge of tests and measurement including data collection and analysis.
• Blueprint reading. Hands on with tools and equipment.
• Welder/Fitter (preferred), SolidWorks Fundamentals (preferred).
• HVAC: Clear understanding of refrigeration cycles, brazing, charging systems, refrigeration piping, layout, AC circuitry up to 600 volts.
• Gas: Demonstrated knowledge of combustion and related analysis.

IGNITE YOUR CAREER, Some of our competitive benefits include:

• Competitive Compensation / Wages.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP/DPSP).
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Life insurance and disability coverage.
• Associate Purchase Programs, Product Discounts, In-house Sales.
• Appreciation Events, Raffles, Draws, Fundraising, BBQ’s, Competitions.
• Napoleon Cares – Associates helping Associates.
• Employee Assistance Plan.
• Napoleon Recognition Program.
• GOevisits, virtual doctor visits.
• And more!

The Napoleon Group of Companies is committed to fair and accessible employment practices that attract and retain Associates with disabilities. This includes providing accessibility across all stages of the employment cycle. Accommodation is available upon request.

We thank you for your interest in The Napoleon Group of Companies and for participating in our competition. Only those candidates selected for consideration will be contacted.

Behaviors

• Team Player: Works well as a member of a group.
• Functional Expert: Considered a thought leader on a subject.
• Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well.

Motivations

• Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help.
• Goal Completion: Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks.
• Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization.