Engineer - Research and Development

Overview

Building the people that build the world.

With platforms in HVAC and Detection and Measurement, SPX Technologies builds innovative solutions that enable a safer, more efficient, sustainable world. Through our RiSE talent development framework, we Reach, Identify, Strengthen, and Engage our employees to support them in their continued development. We’re a global company of problem solvers, collaborators, and innovators, and our businesses build solutions that impact the world.

As part of HVAC Cooling, SPX Cooling Technologies is a leader in high quality industrial HVAC equipment used to cool large facilities like hospitals, data centers, and power plants. With cooling towers, fans, and refrigeration units, companies rely on brands like Marley, Recold, and SGS to provide comfort and mission critical and industrial cooling solutions.

SPX is a diverse team of unique individuals who all make an impact. As an Engineer I – Research and Development, you will provide engineering support for projects across multiple business units, assisting with the research, design, and development of new or improved products. Working under immediate to general supervision and following established procedures, you will perform assigned engineering tasks with work reviewed by more senior engineers.

This role involves developing creative solutions to challenging problems, collecting/analyzing data and making decisions on next steps. Tasks typically include research, planning, physical setup of tests, configuring instrumentation, operating equipment, analyzing data and documenting results.

This position also includes direct interaction with customers and sales personnel, participating in technical discussions, and conducting or demonstrating testing activities related to customer applications.

This role collaborates closely with engineering, manufacturing, sourcing, and cross-functional teams to ensure designs are manufacturable, cost-effective, and meet project requirements, while supporting innovation, continuous improvement, and awareness of evolving technology and industry trends.

This role encourages innovation and continuously improves efficiency of technical support, monitors advances of technology and competition, and supports global and acquisition-related technical issues in areas of expertise.

Responsibilities

• Product Development, Testing & Technical Support
  • Support VAVE (Value Analysis/Value Engineering) initiatives and contribute to product improvements and technical solution development.
  • Execute and facilitate testing activities, including prototyping, setup, instrumentation, calibration, data collection, analysis, and documentation.
  • Develop and review test plans while assessing safety, feasibility, and resource requirements.
  • Maintain and enhance VBA test programs and support testing of cooling‑tower components and assemblies.

• Project, Vendor & Facility Coordination
  • Manage project testing tasks, schedules, and on‑time delivery requirements.
  • Facilitate and control internal material orders (SAP/online vendors) and review vendor‑supplied materials and services.
  • Support and maintain test equipment, instrumentation, test cells, and facility infrastructure, including electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and safety systems.
  • Participate in facility‑wide initiatives such as safety, environmental compliance, training, and continuous improvement (5S, SOP development).

• Customer, Sales & Cross‑Functional Interaction
  • Provide facility tours that support customer visits and sales initiatives.
  • Participate in technical discussions with customers, sales teams, and internal engineering groups.
  • Deliver demonstrations and training on product and component applications.
  • Collaborate with engineers, technicians, interns, and cross‑functional teams to support successful testing and project outcomes.

We each bring something to the table, and we are looking for someone who has:

Education & Certifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (mechanical, civil, chemical, etc.)
• Completion of Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) / Engineer…