Automotive Test Technician - Days - $1K Sign On Bonus-1

About this role

We are the world’s top supplier of automotive test facilities, providing a full range of services to commercial automotive industry customers . Customers include not only the world’s major vehicle providers and other original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), but also clients from the international motor sports community.

We are hiring Test Technicians to work at the Body and Chassis Dyno lab in Dearborn, MI.  

This is a position for those with some knowledge and experience in automotive, either on the job or as a hobby.  We are looking for someone with a passion for automotive and an enthusiasm to learn automotive testing from a leader in the industry.   We offer full benefits and and unlimited opportunity to build your career. 

Most of the testing involves durability simulation of subsystems and components. Testing responsibilities include mechanical preparation and instrumentation, test execution, data collection and posttest removal of test equipment and various automotive components. Will be working with test lab instrumentation including application and installation of transducers, accelerometers, load cells, potentiometers and other various types of electrical equipment. Work with vehicle suspension components and sub systems. ·         Complete test-related duties as assigned during daily scheduling meetings. Execute work independently with quality and efficiency. ·         Ability to receive parts and prepare for first run subsequent runs according to test matrices. ·         Ability to conduct test stand sample prep, fixturing, installation / removal, photographic documentation, test execution, data collection and review. ·         Ability to run standard tests and support test engineers for unique one-off testing in a lab environment. ·         Ability to run multiple test facilities simultaneously ·         Will be required to meet all workplace Health and Safety requirements and practices. Provide feedback and identify opportunities to improve workplace conditions. ·         Continually work to ensure customer satisfaction is maintained and proper data quality is achieved. ·         Self-starter, highly motivated, strong team player with positive attitude ·         Opportunities for cross-training and reassignment to other Building 4 Department sites / operations are possible.

MINIMUM EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, AND /OR SKILL REQUIREMENTS: High School Diploma required Must have proficient electrical and mechanical knowledge and skills Good interpersonal, computer, oral and written skills. Fabrication experience: General machine shop (drill press, band saw, grinders, welding, mill, etc) Print reading and test fixture layout/build Desired: Associate’s in Automotive Technology or a combination of 2 years’ experience and college. Previous experience in a testing environment, including: hydraulic experience, hydraulic / pneumatic system controller experience, automotive systems / sub-system familiarization, MTS controller familiarization. ·         Three (3) or more years’ experience in vehicle system and subsystem related testing preferred ·         Three (3) or more years’ experience in vehicle, lab testing preferred ·         Proficient in MS Office, PC based systems ·         Knowledge of overall vehicle systems (chassis, body, seat, suspension preferred) Engine and transmission a plus.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION Unusual or Special Physical Requirements of Position (specify and provide % of time required) ·         Lifting: Up to 50 lbs, vehicle parts such as seats, doors, suspension parts, etc and accessories, 35% ·         Climbing:  stairs, 15% ·         Crawling: NA ·         Special clothing/equipment (wearing): Safety glasses, slip resistant hardened toe shoes, gloves, long pants, short sleeves, 100% ·         Unusual physical requirements: Sitting (50%), Standing (50%), Bending (25%), stooping (25%). Job requires manual labor                                                             ·         High noise level: Vibration tables, test cell noise, 30% ·         Other: NA   Description of Work Environment (specify and provide % of time required) ·         Inside?  Outside? Combination? Where?: Inside, 100% ·         Extreme (hot/cold) temperatures involved: Hot and Cold test chamber work, 30% ·         Hazardous conditions - What are they?: Rotating equipment, engines, hot exhaust, trip hazards, 100% ·         Travel/transportation requirements: NA ·         Other: NA   Equipment and Machines Involved in Work Tasks (specify and provide % of time required) ·         Office equipment/machines electrically/battery operated - which?: Computers, analyzers, 70% ·         Vehicles, forklifts, etc. operated which?: 15% ·         Tools used in trade - which ones?: Basic hand tools, hammer, screw driver, wrenches, ratchets, sockets, and other related tools, 40% ·         Other: NA   Criticality of Attendance (specify and provide % of time required) ·         Overtime, regular days, off days: Monday - Friday regular time with occasional overtime. May need to flex time to cover weekend testing. ·         Shift, 1st, 2nd, 3rd: Day shift. ·         Necessity for regular attendance: Critical, 100% ·         Urgency for punctuality: Critical, 100% ·         Regular attendance of scheduled hours is extremely important. Punctuality and regular attendance are necessary.   Other Essential Functions (List other essential functions here.) Must complete and pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check. Must demonstrate professional behavior at all times when dealing with customers, management and co-workers. Must have clear, concise and accurate communications skills in English, both verbal and written. Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk to self or others. Must maintain a positive work atmosphere by behaving and communicating in a professional manner. Dependable personal transportation to work site is required.

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