Automotive Test Technician

Contechs; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 34,440 - 55,104; Full time

Job summary

An automotive consultancy based in the U.S. is seeking a skilled individual to document vehicle repairs and modifications and order necessary parts. Ideal candidates will have experience in automotive development and vehicle data acquisition systems. Responsibilities include maintaining shop equipment and ensuring a safe working environment. Strong communication skills and automotive certification are essential. This role requires some travel. Join the team for a dynamic and rewarding opportunity.

Qualifications

• Experience working in automotive development or testing.
• Experience with vehicle systems (engine, transmission, HVAC, chassis, electrical).
• Excellent diagnostic skills using modern tools.

Responsibilities

• Fully document vehicle repairs and modifications in a database.
• Order parts and equipment as necessary.
• Maintain shop equipment and tools in working condition.
• Maintain a safe, clean, organized shop environment.
• Travel up to 20% of time domestically and internationally.

Skills

Automotive development experience

Vehicle data acquisition systems

Excellent CAN tools and data analysis skills

PC Skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Excellent vehicle diagnostic skills

Ability to multi-task

Excellent communication skills

Excellent interpersonal relationship skills

Education

Automotive technology certification, degree, or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Duration: Contract

Location: Irvine, CA. USA

Hourly rate

About the company

I am currently recruiting on behalf of an American client who were established in 1986 they support the design, engineering, testing, and validation of vehicles for the U.S. market and work closely with other global teams.

Job Description

• Fully document vehicle repairs and modifications in a database environment
• Parts and equipment ordering
• Maintain shop equipment and tools
• Maintain a safe, clean, organized shop environment
• Travel up to 20% of time domestically and internationally

Qualifications & Experience

• Experience working in automotive development or testing
• Experience with vehicle data acquisition systems, diagnostic tools, transducers, including thermocouples, pressure transducers, load cells etc
• Experience with all vehicle systems (engine, transmission, HVAC, chassis, electrical / body)
• PC Skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Excellent CAN tools and data analysis skills
• Ability to multi-task and meet time constraints
• Excellent Vehicle diagnostic skills
• Automotive technology certification, degree, or equivalent
• Excellent Communication and Writing Skills
• Excellent Interpersonal relationships skills working in a culturally diverse environment

Why work through Contechs?

Contechs is a leading Automotive, Design, Engineering, Technology and Innovation Recruitment Consultancy. Founded in 1997, with an inhouse Contractor Care Team to support all external employees, acts as an employment agency for permanent and contract recruitment.

How to Apply

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IF APPLICABLE (UK AND B2B ROLES)

*Applicants MUST have proof of immediate, on-going and valid eligibility to work full time in the UK and travel within the EU.*