Engineering Technician 1

Fox Factory, Inc.; El Cajon (CA); On-site; USD 65,093 - 89,503; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision benefits

401k plan with employer matching

Employee discounts

Job summary

Fox Factory, Inc. seeks a skilled individual to apply shock building expertise in creating prototyping products. This role involves collaboration with internal teams and requires a strong commitment to meeting deadlines.

The ideal candidate will have over 2 years of experience in automotive shock absorber prototyping, alongside strong technical skills and the ability to operate relevant machinery. A competitive compensation and benefits package is offered.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of automotive shock absorber prototyping or similar experience.
• Shock dynamometer experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform builds and teardowns to support R&D testing.
• Use a shock dynamometer for builds and tuning.
• Organize and support offsite field testing.
• Follow current processes and drive efficiency changes.

Skills

Use of lathe, mill, saws, etc.

Data acquisition and analysis

Interpret engineering drawings and specifications

Computer competency using Microsoft Office

Education

HS graduate or equivalent AA degree in a technical discipline

Tools

Shock dynamometer

Job description

Company Overview

FOX Factory designs, engineers, manufactures and markets performance‑defining products and systems for customers worldwide. Our premium brand, performance‑defining products and systems are used primarily on bicycles, side‑side vehicles, on‑road vehicles with and without off‑road capabilities, off‑road vehicles and trucks, all‑terrain vehicles, snowmobiles, specialty vehicles and applications, motorcycles, and commercial trucks. Some of our products are specifically designed for and marketed to a variety of leading cycling and powered vehicle original equipment manufacturers ("OEMs"), while others are distributed to consumers through a global dealer and distribution network. Fox Factory Holding Corp. is the holding company of FOX Factory, Inc. and is publicly traded (FOXF) on Nasdaq.

Why You Should Join Us

Not only do we provide competitive wages, you will also have access to great benefits and employee discounts. But more importantly, it’s a fun environment where we truly enjoy working as a team and bringing great products to our customers! If this sounds like something you would love to do, and a place you want to be a part of, get in touch with us by submitting your application. We look forward to hearing from you!

Position Summary

Apply shock building expertise to generate industry leading prototype products for our customers. Will be required to work in a fast‑paced environment with numerous internal and external teams to meet deadlines.

Position Responsibilities

• Perform builds, teardowns and provides written reports to support R&D testing efforts under direction of engineering staff.
• Use a shock dynamometer on a regular basis to assist in builds and tuning.
• Collects, records, summarizes and maintains data on all work and effectively communicates information to engineering.
• Maintain shop organization and cleanliness.
• Lead valve code tuning efforts and lab testing as needed.
• Organize and support offsite field testing with engineering team.
• Follow current process as well as drive changes to increase efficiency.
• Key contributor in the R&D process through builds and tuning efforts.
• Works in a safe manner in accordance with Fox policies.

Specific Knowledge, Skills or Abilities Required

• Ability to use lathe, mill, saws, etc. is preferred.
• Ability to learn and understand data acquisition and data analysis.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Computer competency using Microsoft Office.

Position Qualifications

• Education: HS graduate or equivalent AA degree in a technical discipline or equivalent experience.
• Experience: 2+ years of automotive shock absorber prototyping or similar experience. Shock dynamometer experience preferred.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

Manufacturing Environment.

• Lift up to 50 lbs. regularly.
• Requires walking, standing, bending and lifting for long periods of time.
• Vision abilities required to validate and enter data on computer.

Disclaimer

This list does not represent all physical demands. Descriptions are representative of those that must be met by employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the jobs’ essential functions.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

FOX provides equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, physical disability (including HIV and AIDS), mental disability, results of genetic testing, or service in the military, or any other characteristic protected by the laws or regulations of any jurisdiction in which we operate. We base all employment decisions –including recruitment, selection, training, compensation, benefits, discipline, promotions, transfers, layoffs, terminations and social/recreational programs – on merit and the principles of equal employment opportunity.

Compensation Range

$65,093.34 - $89,503.62. The compensation range for this position is specific to the locations listed below and is the range Fox reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for the position taking into account the wide variety of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including job‑related knowledge; skillset; experience, education and training; certifications; and other relevant business and organizational factors.

Additional Comments

Fox offers an excellent compensation package and wide-ranging opportunities for professional development. Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Spending and Dependent Care Savings Accounts, Disability and Life Insurance benefit programs are available, as is a 401k plan with employer matching. Eligibility for all benefit programs is defined by the applicable plan document or employee handbook. If you can't find a current opening you're interested in, please join our Talent Community and we can contact you as positions become available.