Lab Technician – Heat Exchanger Testing at Yinlun Tdi

Job Title: Lab Technician Heat Exchanger TestingLocation: Morton ILCompany: Yinlun TDI LLCAbout Yinlun TDI LLCYinlun TDI LLC is a global leader in advanced thermal management solutions supporting automotive commercial truck off-highway power generation electrification and data center applications. With validation and engineering centers across the United States China Mexico and Europe Yinlun develops and manufactures radiators oil coolers charge air coolers EGR coolers condensers cooling plates and liquidliquid heat exchangers.The Morton Test Lab is a key part of Yinluns global validation network and supports new product development for North America.Position OverviewWe are seeking a hands-on Lab Technician to support performance and durability testing of heat exchangers at our Morton IL facility. This role focuses on operating test rigs installing instrumentation running tests collecting data and supporting engineering activities.Although this position does not require extensive external communication the technician will interface regularly with internal teams and occasionally with global Yinlun validation labs (China Mexico Europe) for test method alignment and data sharing.Key ResponsibilitiesTesting & Lab OperationsSet up operate and monitor performance and durability tests for:RadiatorsOil coolersCharge air coolersEGR coolersLiquidliquid BPHE/MCHE modulesInstall test samples connect fluid circuits set test conditions and verify system readiness.Run tests according to engineering instructions DVP&R test plans and internal procedures.Follow safety procedures and maintain a clean organized lab environment.Instrumentation & Data CollectionInstall and calibrate sensors:TemperaturePressureFlowDifferential pressureOperate data acquisition equipment and ensure accurate data logging.Support troubleshooting of test setups sensors pumps valves and control systems.Maintenance & Equipment SupportPerform routine maintenance on test rigs pumps valves chillers and support systems.Assist in modifying test rigs or building new test setups as required.Maintain calibration records instrumentation logs and equipment status.Documentation & Internal InteractionRecord test conditions results and observations in lab logs and templates.Communicate daily issues or deviations to Lab Lead Engineer and Validation Manager.Support internal coordination with Yinlun global validation teams when needed (China/Mexico/Europe).QualificationsEducationAssociate degree or Bachelors degree in:Mechanical EngineeringEngineering TechnologyAutomotive TechnologyManufacturing/Industrial TechnologyOr related technical disciplineExperience15 years of experience in a test lab or engineering technician role preferredHands-on experience with mechanical testing equipment hydraulic/pneumatic systems or thermal/fluid systems strongly desiredExperience using sensors and DAQ systems is a plusExperience working with heat exchangers or cooling systems is preferred but not required (training provided)Technical SkillsAbility to install and connect plumbing (hoses fittings valves) and mechanical fixturingFamiliarity with thermal-fluid systems (pumps heat exchangers flow loops)Ability to read basic engineering drawings and schematicsBasic troubleshooting skills for instrumentation and mechanical equipmentExperience with LabVIEW or NI hardware is a plus but not requiredPreferred / Optional SkillsMandarin speaking is a plus to support communication with Yinluns China validation teamBasic electrical understanding (sensors wiring connectors)Computer literacy (Excel data entry DAQ software)Soft SkillsDetail-oriented and reliable in running tests accuratelyHands-on mechanical aptitudeGood communication with internal engineering teamsStrong commitment to safetyAbility to work independently and as part of a small lab teamBenefitsCompetitive hourly wage or salary (based on experience)Health dental vision life insurance401(k) with company supportOvertime opportunities depending on testing schedulesTraining and career growth opportunities in a global engineering organizationRequired Experience:IC Key Skills Academics,Apache Commons,Apache Tomcat,Filing,Condition Monitoring Employment Type : Full Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1