Engineering Technician

Hodges Transportation, Inc.; Silver Springs (NV); On-site; USD 35,817 - 48,216; Full time

Job summary

Hodges Transportation, Inc. is looking for a skilled Engineering Technician to join our team in Silver Springs, Nevada. In this role, you'll assist in designing, developing, and testing ground vehicles and related equipment. You'll work in a collaborative environment, conducting testing activities and creating technical documentation.

The ideal candidate will possess an Engineering Technology degree or equivalent experience, strong drawing interpretation skills, and proficiency in CAD. We offer a unique workspace and opportunities to contribute to innovative automotive solutions.

Qualifications

• Ability to interpret mechanical/electrical drawings including dimensions and tolerances.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
• Proficient in the use of MS Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Assist in design, development, fabrication, and testing of ground vehicles.
• Conduct automotive testing activities and analyze data.
• Test drive vehicles for engineering assessments.

Skills

Mechanical/Electrical Drawing Interpretation

Detail-Oriented

MS Office Suite Proficiency

Communication Skills

Education

Engineering Technology degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Computer Aided Design (CAD)

Automotive Systems Knowledge

Job description

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

The Nevada Automotive Test Center (NATC) is currently seeking a skilled and motivated Engineering Technician for our Silver Springs, Nevada location. In this role, you will support a multidisciplinary team responsible for designing, manufacturing, and testing innovative automotive solutions. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to advanced vehicle programs and work alongside industry professionals in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Founded in 1957, NATC is a privately owned, independent engineering, testing, and evaluation facility serving clients around the world. With decades of international experience, we provide objective, data-driven testing and validation services for products intended for global markets. Our extensive database of worldwide operational and infrastructure conditions enables us to accurately define user duty cycles and develop test programs that closely replicate real-world service environments. NATC is recognized as an industry leader in transforming real-world conditions into validated virtual proving ground simulations and advanced virtual prototyping solutions.

Located in the Great Basin of Nevada, NATC offers access to terrain that represents approximately 85% of the world’s environmental conditions within a 150‑mile radius. Our operational footprint includes more than 1,200 square miles of natural terrain and 6,200 acres of privately owned test facilities, creating an unparalleled environment for vehicle testing, engineering innovation, and problem‑solving. This unique capability allows our team to deliver exceptional solutions to customers across a wide range of industries.

POSITION SUMMARY

Assist in the design, development, fabrication, modification, and testing of ground vehicles and related equipment. Create, maintain, and apply technical documentation to support vehicle engineering and test programs. Develop and utilize 3D CAD models, engineering drawings, work orders, specifications, and sketches to support the fabrication, repair, modification, and installation of components and systems. Support the development of new vehicle concepts and associated engineering analyses. Conduct automotive testing activities, including test plan development, instrumentation setup, test execution, data collection and analysis, and the preparation of final reports and other technical documentation.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Test drive vehicles in support of engineering tests or for the purpose of systems diagnosis and assessing vehicle performance.
2. Ensures maintenance, fabrication, assembly, and troubleshooting actions are performed in accordance with test directives or engineering design.
3. Coordinate with test, engineering, and maintenance personnel to ensure required actions are being performed on schedule and records of same are maintained accordingly.
4. Interprets technical manuals, design specifications, drawings, etc.
5. Assist engineers in creating automotive design concepts, drawings, parts lists, and other technical documentation. Computer Aided Design (CAD) and schematic capture drawing experience is a plus.
6. Develop repairs and modifications of vehicles and equipment in accordance with test directives or engineering instructions.
7. Communicate effectively with co‑workers, customers, and suppliers.
8. Work with engineering, technicians, management, and customers in recommending design enhancements and productivity improvements.
9. Supervise and conduct the inspection and measurement of vehicles and components in accordance with test directives or engineering instruction.
10. Other duties as assigned.

SECONDARY FUNCTIONS

1. Perform tests in the field in extreme temperature and/or environmental conditions.
2. Identifies when customer requirements or drawings are not suitable to standard practices and suggests a reasonable solution to achieve the desired outcome.
3. Operate company vehicles in support of test and engineering operations.
4. Assist maintenance and fabrication shops with maintenance, modification, and payloading of vehicles.

PAY

$26 - $35

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

1. Engineering Technology degree or high school graduate with equivalent experience.
2. Ability to interpret mechanical/electrical drawings, including dimensions, tolerances, and fabrication/assembly callout requirements.
3. Able to work in excess of 40 hours per week with varied work shifts.
4. Must possess a current Driver's License with ability to obtain Nevada Driver's License.
5. Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
6. Must be a detail‑oriented person.
7. Proficient in the use of the MS Office Suite.
8. Must possess good written and verbal communication skills, expressing ideas clearly and listening to instructions and ideas of others.
9. Must be able to maintain a high level of confidentiality.
10. Must be flexible and able to handle multiple priorities, with the ability to adjust to high pressure and rapidly changing business conditions.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

1. Experience with automotive systems, subsystems and/or vehicle testing and operation.
2. Background in automotive repair and modification including EVs.
3. Working knowledge of common shop machines, equipment, and hand tools.
4. General knowledge of electrical/electronic fabrication equipment, voltage/current/power measurement equipment, and network interface equipment.
5. Experience with Computer Aided Design (CAD) and drawing analysis tools.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

1. Performs tasks in a dedicated shop or in the field as project requirements dictate.
2. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
3. Must be able to climb onto, work under, and maneuver around vehicles.
4. Must be able to walk on uneven ground.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work will be performed on‑site in Silver Springs, Nevada, in a combination of office, outdoor, and shop environments and may be exposed to dust, odors, oil, fumes, and noise.

TRAVEL

Travel is not expected for this position.

JOB DESCRIPTION AND EMPLOYMENT STATEMENT

This job description is intended to outline the general nature of work and is not exhaustive; duties may be added, modified, or removed as business needs require. Employees are responsible for performing their duties safely and in accordance with company policies, procedures, and quality standards. Reasonable accommodations will be provided to qualified individuals with disabilities; please notify Human Resources if accommodations are needed. NATC/Hodges Transportation, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and maintains an affirmative action program. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law. Employment is at‑will; either the employee or the Company may terminate employment at any time, with or without cause or notice.