Lead R&D Engr/Scientist

Join the industry leader to design the next generation of breakthroughs

We are seeking a Lead R&D Engineer/Scientist to lead the research, testing, and evaluation of refrigerant flammabilityproperties to ensure compliance with industry safety standards and regulations.The engineer will work on the development and assessment oflow-global-warming-potential (GWP) refrigerants, conduct flammability test, andeffectively communicate technical information to industry and customers toassist their transition to new environmentally safer refrigerant substitutes.

Be part of a team that applies its expertise and knowledge to technicalprojects, finding innovative, cost-effective means to improve research,techniques, procedures, and products and technologies. This job will facilitatedesign, development, and testing to meet project objectives faster and moreefficiently and you develop and commercialize products & technologies.
Key Responsibilities

• Design and conduct experiments to assess refrigerant flammability characteristics, including lower flammability limits (LFL), upper flammability limits (UFL), minimum ignition energy (MIE), and burning velocity.
• Develop and validate test methods for evaluating ignition sources, flame propagation, and autoignition temperatures.
• Perform Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) or other modeling techniques for flammability risk assessment.
• Ensure compliance with industry safety regulations and standards, such as ASHRAE 34, ISO 817 requirements.
• Collaborate with regulatory bodies, certification agencies, and industry groups to stay updated on evolving flammability classifications and safety guidelines.
• Assist in developing new refrigerants.
• Prepare technical reports and presentations for internal and external stakeholders.

YOU MUST HAVE

• Graduate degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Fire Protection Engineering, or a related field OR
• 8+ years of experience in refrigerant flammability testing, fire safety, or related areas in HVAC&R, chemical, or automotive industries.

WE VALUE

• Knowledge of flammability testing methods, fire dynamics, and heat transfer principles.
• Understanding of refrigerant thermodynamics, properties.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to communicate technical information effectively to different stakeholders.
• Team-oriented with the ability to work cross-functionally.
• Experience working with refrigerants
• Knowledge of UL, ASHRAE, and ISO flammability classification methods.
• Hands-on experience in setting up and operating flammability test rigs.

Additional Information

• Category: Engineering
• Location: 20 Peabody St, Buffalo, NY 14210 USA
• Exempt

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