Mechanical Engineering Technician - Fire Suppression

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Mechanical Engineering Technician – Fire Suppression

Business Unit Kidde-Fenwal, LLC

City Ashland

State Massachusetts

Country United States

Location: 400 Main Street, Ashland, MA, 01721 USA

Company Overview

KiddeFenwal is the global market leader in designing and manufacturing innovative industrial and commercial fire suppression systems and safety controls. Our proprietary, fully certified offerings save lives, protect property, and minimize business interruption.

Our brands—Kidde Fire Systems and Kidde Fire Protection—deliver highly engineered fire suppression, detection, and control systems across industrial, commercial, and marine sectors. Fenwal Controls supports OEMs with gas ignition, temperature control, and overheat detection products.

Headquartered in Ashland, Massachusetts, KiddeFenwal operates globally, with facilities in the U.S., United Kingdom (KFI-UK), and India (KTI-India). Learn more at www.kiddefenwal.com.

Our Purpose

We protect lives, livelihoods, and icons through innovative solutions, strong partnerships, and exceptional customer experiences. Built on a foundation of integrity and safety, we drive results with speed and excellence while fostering innovation and teamwork.

Position Summary

The Mechanical Technician - Suppression will be responsible for functional and development testing of fire suppression systems and assist Mechanical and Fire Protection Engineers with test setup, test execution and documentation. Performs research and engineering laboratory functions involving the layout, building, testing, troubleshooting, repairing and modification of fire suppression systems and the associated auxiliary equipment. Strong emphasis on supporting product testing including system discharge tests, fire extinguishing tests and mechanical hardware tests. Majority of activity is in collaboration with engineers and other technicians across a broad range of projects. Support of some testing will be required in an outdoor environment at our test facility in Holliston, MA.

Specific responsibilities for this position include:

• Work under limited supervision to provide technical support and task ownership to Suppression engineers on a variety of engineering tasks.

• Set-up of fire test configurations, associated fire suppression equipment and installation of piping networks.
• Fill and pressurize test cylinders; Recondition cylinders and valves. This work periodically requires moving and lifting components in excess of 50 lbs. with the proper equipment and procedures.
• Conduct discharge tests and fire tests.
• Maintain equipment and tools in safe operating condition and support timely calibration tracking.
• Collaborate with colleagues to maintain and manage inventory of key suppression equipment and assemblies
• Interface with Machine Shop, Facilities, and EH&S Dept’s to support Engineering initiatives.
• Instrumentation preparation and troubleshooting.
• Actively participate in, and maintain strict compliance to, all company Policies and Procedures.
• All other duties as assigned.

Required Experience:

• AA/AS degree (or other 2-year post high school training) or 3-5 years of relevant mechanical/industry work experience.
• Hands-on experience with pressurized equipment
• Proficient in use and operation of mechanical lab/shop tools/equipment
• Experience documenting test results and communicating results to internal customers.
• Able to read and interpret engineering drawings, electrical schematics, test data, test procedures and specifications.
• Able to quickly adjust to shifting priorities, perform and deliver in a fast-paced environment.

• Must be self-motivated as well as team-oriented with the ability to work efficiently and safely in a laboratory environment with minimal supervision.

Experience:

• Experience documenting test procedures and communicating results to internal customers.

• Solid written and verbal communication skills.

• Proficient in use of Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel software.
• Experience with test facility and equipment maintenance and management.
• Familiarity with the use of Data Acquisition Equipment, i.e. Instruments Lab View.

KiddeFenwal, LLC. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to , , , , , , , , veteran status, or any other federally protected class.