Chassis, Active Safety, Durability Technician

Applus+ IDIADA; Adelanto (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

APPLUS IDIADA in California seeks a technically skilled testing technician to execute chassis, active safety and durability programs. You will set up parts, install sensors, run test cycles, and document results while maintaining facilities and equipment.

The role requires a hands-on, organized person with 2+ years of testing experience and a good grasp of automotive systems. Overtime and weekend work may be required in a fast-paced testing environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma; a two-year technical degree or equivalent experience preferred.
• Minimum 2 years in a testing environment.
• Automotive technical knowledge of main vehicle component functions and behavior.
• Experience with sensors, data acquisition instrumentation and objective vehicle testing is an asset.
• Proficient in using standard computer software including Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Perform test setup, sensor installation, and data collection per test plans.
• Execute vehicle maintenance and component retrofits per testing protocols.
• Maintain test facility conditions and ensure compliance with standards.
• Record and organize data, and capture test videos when required.

Skills

Automotive knowledge

Hands-on problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma

Two-year technical degree

Tools

Torque wrenches

Dial indicators

Data acquisition equipment

MS Office

Job description

Applus+ IDIADA is a global partner to the automotive industry, supporting its clients in their product development activities by providing design, engineering, testing and homologation services. As a TOP Employer certified company, we have a large team of more than 3000 professionals drawn from over 22 countries, as well as an international network of subsidiaries and branch offices in 25 countries which ensures that our clients get customized, added-value solutions. IDIADA offers you the opportunity to develop a career in one of the worldwide leading automotive engineering companies.

At Applus IDIADA we are looking for talent to help us shaping the mobility of tomorrow with safer, more efficient, and sustainable vehicles. With presence in 22 countries, we offer job positions around the world and internal / transversal mobility within the company. The automotive sector is currently living a moment of deep technological change. At IDIADA, we focus on constant innovation to adapt our services’ portfolio to an ever-changing environment. Therefore, as part of our team, we expect you to be dynamic and eager to learn and grow with us.

Job Description

As part of the testing team, technician will be responsible to execute testing and instrumentation activities as regards Chassis, Active Safety and Durability programs. The role requires someone highly organized, objectively-focused, and with ability to manage their own daily routine.

• Perform initial parts set-up including digital pictures, micrometer measurements, visual inspections and parts labeling.
• Execute vehicle maintenance and component retrofits (brakes, suspension, etc.) in accordance with the preventative maintenance plan and specific testing protocols.
• Maintain and monitor test facility conditions daily to ensure compliance with accelerated corrosion testing standards. This includes climatic chamber, salt water basin, and mud pit facilities.
• Execute driving cycles on closed fatigue tracks and public roads in accordance with established testing protocols.
• Install sensors and data acquisition as required for vehicle tests.
• Diagnose, troubleshoot and repair all defects found during testing.
• Organize and create labels of tests’ samples using internal SW tools (vehicle and test parts).
• Transport instrumented test vehicles to the proving ground test facilities (around 120 miles roundtrip).
• Ensure that test activities are performed in accordance with the test procedures and test books/checklists. Collect and record all data necessary for the completion of the test report.
• Record when required the videos of the vehicle test maneuvers run in the proving ground with the provided video camera.
• Report to a Senior Technician or Test Engineer the data generated, progress and status of any tasks deployed.

Qualifications

Knowledge/Skills Required

• High School Diploma; two-year technical degree or prior trade experience preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a testing environment.
• Automotive technical knowledge of main vehicle component functions and behavior.
• Skill in using hand tools (wrenches, sockets), power tools (pneumatic/impact wrenches), and precision instruments like torque wrenches and dial indicators to meet exact manufacturer specifications.
• Experience with sensors installation, data acquisition instrumentation and objective vehicle testing is an asset.
• Knowledge of the operation of computers with various software applications including Microsoft Office.
• Ability to quickly adapt to changes in projects and a continuously evolving industry. Must be able to improvise.
• Must be a team player. Must be able to work within and across various company departments.

Additional Information

Job Functions

• Must be able to stand, walk up and down hills, bend, kneel, sit for lengthy periods, and use hands for various functions such as typing and using various hand tools.
• Must be able to work in all weather conditions for long periods of time.
• Must have a flexible schedule and be able to work extended hours. Mandatory overtime and weekends may be required
• Must be able to lift 40 lbs.
• Passionate of the automotive world.
• Willingness to travel and hour adaptability, including weekends.
• Committed with strong service orientation.
• Possess a valid California driver’s license
• Proficient in driving a pickup truck/ vehicle trailer combo (Class C requirements)

Schedule

• Monday to Saturday

APPLUS IDIADA is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.

APPLUS IDIADA is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.