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Test System Engineer, 板式换热器
Haiyang, Yantai, Shandong, China
Posted on Nov 3, 2026
The Impact You'll Make
Drive the development and continuous improvement of laboratory automation, instrumentation, and data acquisition systems to support performance and reliability testing of plate heat exchangers. Ensure high-quality measurement capabilities, efficient test operations, and alignment with global laboratory standards through close collaboration with engineering and international laboratory teams.
What You’ll Be Doing
Test Automation, Instrumentation & Control Systems (Primary Responsibility)
Design, develop, and maintain laboratory automation, control, and data acquisition systems using LabVIEW and National Instruments platforms. Support automated operation of thermal-hydraulic test rigs, instrumentation networks, and measurement systems to ensure reliable and efficient testing.
Testing & Technical Support
Support performance and reliability testing of plate heat exchangers, collaborate with laboratory technicians during test execution, and analyze test data to provide technical feedback for product development and engineering teams.
Laboratory Equipment & Metrology
Manage laboratory instrumentation and measurement equipment, including installation, calibration, maintenance. Ensure measurement accuracy and compliance with laboratory standards and best practices.
Laboratory Development
Lead the instrumentation and control aspects of new test rigs and laboratory expansion projects from concept to commissioning.
Participate in upgrading existing facilities to improve automation, test efficiency, and measurement accuracy.
Standards, Quality & Safety
Ensure testing activities comply with applicable standards (AHRI, ISO, EN, ASME, PED where applicable) and internal procedures.
Support ISO 9001, ISO 45001, and ISO 14001 audits and maintain laboratory documentation.
Promote EHS compliance and safe laboratory operation.
Global Collaboration
Collaborate with Danfoss global laboratory teams to harmonize test methods, instrumentation standards, software architecture, and automation practices.
Transfer knowledge gained during European assignments back to the Haiyan laboratory and support global continuous improvement initiatives.
What We're Looking For
- Master's degree in Control Engineering, Automation Engineering, Instrumentation Engineering, Mechatronics, Thermal Engineering, Refrigeration Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline.
- Strong knowledge of measurement systems, instrumentation, sensors, signal processing, and industrial communication protocols.
- Proven experience in LabVIEW programming, National Instruments hardware, test automation, and data acquisition systems.
- Experience developing control software for laboratory equipment, process systems, refrigeration systems, or industrial test rigs.
- Knowledge of PLCs, industrial communication protocols (Modbus, OPC-UA, Ethernet/IP, CAN, etc.) is highly desirable.
- Experience with Python, MATLAB, SQL, or other engineering software tools for data analysis and automation.
- Strong analytical mindset and passion for transforming measurement data into engineering insight.
- Ability to troubleshoot both software and hardware aspects of complex laboratory systems.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills in an international environment, with stroing English verbal and written communication abilities.
- Willingness to undertake a 1-2 year international rotation across Danfoss European laboratory sites.
What You'll Get from Us
- We promote from within and support your learning with mentoring, training, and access to global opportunities.
- You’ll have flexibility, autonomy, and support to do your best work while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Your well-being matters to us.
- We strive to create an inclusive work environment where people of all backgrounds are respected, and valued for who they are.
- You’ll receive benefits like 13th salary, annual bonus, paid vacation, pension plans, personal insurance, and more. These vary by country and contract, but they’re worth asking about—we think they’re pretty great.
Ready to Make a Difference?
If this role excites you, we’d love to hear from you! Apply now to start the conversation and learn more about where your career can go with us.
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The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Any benefits listed do not promise or guarantee any particular benefit or specific action. They may depend on country or contract specifics and are subject to change at any time without prior notice.
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