Automotive Test & Calibration Technician

Dana; Maumee (OH); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Dana Canada Corp. in Maumee, OH, seeks a Test Lab Technician to set up dynamometers and fatigue test benches for driveline components, and to collect and verify test data.

You will collaborate with engineers to ensure correct fixturing, perform assembly/disassembly, and troubleshoot issues in a hands-on automotive lab environment. Path to develop calibration skills and support safety and quality initiatives is available.

Qualifications

• Two-year degree in mechanical or electrical engineering technology preferred.
• HS diploma or GED required.
• 2+ years automotive field experience.
• 2+ years test lab experience (equipment troubleshooting, setup, and profile writing).
• Maintenance and calibration experience preferred.
• Knowledge of electromechanical systems, motors and sensors.
• LOTO and electrical safety knowledge.
• CAN, Ethernet, RS232, GPIB knowledge preferred.
• Excellent mechanical aptitude and ability to disassemble/assemble equipment.
• Self-directed, organized, and willing to work overtime and shifts.

Responsibilities

• Set up, create test profiles, operate dynamometers and fatigue benches for driveline components.
• Collaborate with engineers to ensure correct fixturing, setup, and data acquisition for test requests.
• Assemble and disassemble driveline components and assemblies.
• Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues during assembly/setup and upscale if needed.
• Support quality objectives including KPIs and WIs in a team environment.
• Adhere to operating procedures and work instructions; assist with calibration and verification of equipment.
• Be available to team members for questions and issues regarding daily tasks.
• Assist with quality system documentation and lessons learned.
• Analyze raw test data to confirm completion; inspect components for damage causes.
• Support Safety First Assessments and complete HERO forms.

Skills

Test lab operations

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical principles

Data analysis

Troubleshooting

Teamwork

Education

Two year degree in mechanical or electrical engineering technology

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

CAN

Ethernet

RS232

GPIB

Dynamometer setup

Electrical testing equipment

Job description

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Dana is a global leader in the supply of highly engineered driveline, sealing, and thermal-management technologies that improve the efficiency and performance of vehicles with both conventional and alternative-energy powertrains. Serving two primary markets – passenger vehicle and commercial truck equipment – Dana provides the world's original-equipment manufacturers and the aftermarket with local product and service support through a network of nearly 100 engineering, manufacturing, and distribution facilities.

Job Purpose

Job Duties and Responsibilities

Set up, create test profiles, operate dynamometers as well as fatigue test benches for driveline components, sub assemblies and full assemblies.

· Work with requesting engineers and test engineers to insure correct fixturing, set-up, operation, and acquisition of data for test requests.

· Assemble and disassemble driveline components and assemblies.

· Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues encountered during assembly/Setups and escalate if needed.

· Support total quality management objectives including all KPIs, and WIs, in a team environment.

· Adhere to all Operating procedures and Work instruction related to this position.

· Assist with calibration of equipment, and perform equipment verification as necessary.

· Be Available to team members for questions, and issues regarding their daily tasks.

· Assist with the quality system and associated documentation (lessons learned)

· Perform data analysis on raw data from the test stands to confirm test completed

· Inspect disassembled components of tested parts for determination of damage and possible causes

· Support Safety First Assessments – complete findings and HERO forms

· Assistance Test Engineers on organizing parts, fixtures, and other necessary items for upcoming tests

· Submit maintenance requests as required for recognized issues with equipment

· Responsible for equipment uptime and updating the daily schedule for each department.

Education and Qualifications

· Two year degree in mechanical or electrical engineering technology. - preferred

· High School Diploma or GED Required.

· 2+ years of experience in automotive field

· 2+ years of test lab experience (Equipment troubleshooting, Setup, and Profile writing)

· Maintenance and Calibration Experience -preferred

· Knowledge of electromechanical systems, understanding of electric motors, and sensor fundamentals.

· LOTO, High Voltage and electrical principles (arc flash, PPE)

· CAN, Ethernet, RS232, GPIB - preferred

· Excellent mechanical aptitude – Experience with assembly and disassembly of various mechanical equipment.

· Self-directed, motivated, and organized individual who is willing to accept responsibility and complete tasks on time.

· Must be willing to work overtime, weekends, holidays and off-shifts as requested

· Must have a valid driver’s license with reliable transportation.

· Able to lift up to 35 lbs. repetitively and stand for approximately 90% of the time.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

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Please note that as per Dana policy, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters unless such recruiters were engaged to provide candidates for a specified opening. Any employment agency, person or entity that submits an unsolicited resume does so with the understanding that Dana will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting employment agency, person or entity.

Join our team of 28,000 problem solvers who are fostering a culture of innovation by leveraging the diverse perspectives of our global team. We believe in facing challenges head-on by finding opportunity and uncovering possibility, where roadblocks and barriers become targets instead of obstacles. We are One Dana with limitless opportunity.