Prototype Vehicle Technician

Yoh,-A-Day-; Newark (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Yoh, a Day & Zimmermann company, is seeking a Prototype Vehicle Technician to build and test state-of-the-art automotive prototype vehicles and test benches. You will diagnose, maintain, and repair prototype systems while working with engineering to fabricate or modify components.

The role requires 5 years of automotive experience, strong electrical knowledge, and a safety‑minded, detail-oriented approach. Willingness to travel to Lucid facilities/showrooms/test routes may be required in this

Qualifications

• Automotive technician degree, certification or equivalent experience.
• Own and bring your own professional automotive toolbox.
• 5 years Automotive Technician or relevant experience, with preferably 2 years Luxury Automobile Technician experience.
• Must possess a valid driver license with clean record.
• Commitment to safety and exceptional attention to detail.
• Demonstrated track record of excellence in past positions.
• Passionate about delivering exceptional customer experience, with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Thrive in a dynamic environment and adept at managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Understanding of Electrical schematics and capability to create simple test boards.
• Working knowledge of CAN communications.

Responsibilities

• Build and test prototype vehicles and test benches.
• Diagnose, maintain, and repair prototype systems.
• Collaborate across disciplines on prototype and pre-production vehicles.
• Work with engineering to fabricate or modify components.
• Document issues and contribute to process improvements.
• Develop service and maintenance documents.

Skills

Electrical schematics

CAN communications

High voltage systems

Diagnostics

Problem solving

Education

Automotive technician degree/certification

Tools

Welding tools

Milling

Lathe

Wire harness building

Job description

Prototype Vehicle Technician

Your Role:

• Build/assemble state of the art automotive prototype vehicle and test benches
• Diagnose, maintain, and repair vehicles and test bench systems
• Work efficiently within a multidisciplinary cooperative environment on prototype, pre-production, show, and production vehicles.
• Apply critical thinking skills to work without instruction, manuals or workbooks
• Working with engineering to fabricate and/or modify system and subsystem components
• Maintain a high knowledge level of high voltage, low voltage, and general electric vehicle systems
• Drive vehicles to evaluate vehicle health status, test features, collect data, to support cross functional team in development and production environment
• Follow systematic processes, document potential issues and improvements, and contribute to enhancing team efficiency
• Help team to create and develop service and maintenance documents (service manual procedures, containments, etc.). Ability to problem-solve both Technical and Process-flow issues

Qualifications:

• Automotive technician degree, certification or equivalent work experience
• Own and bring your own professional automotive toolbox
• 5 years Automotive Technician or relevant experience, with preferably 2 years Luxury Automobile Technician experience
• Must possess a valid driver license with clean records (DMV record will be obtained periodically)
• Exhibit an unwavering commitment to safety and exceptional attention to detail
• Demonstrated track record of excellence in past positions
• Passionate about delivering exceptional customer experience, exhibiting excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Thrive in a dynamic environment and adept at managing multiple projects simultaneously
• Understanding of Electrical schematics and capability to create simple test boards
• Working knowledge of CAN communications

Preferred / Advantageous:

• Skilled in fabrication (welding, milling, lathe) and wire harness building (soldering, crimping, splicing) etc.
• Willingness to work overtime, weekends, and travel for work to Lucid facilities, showrooms, test tracks, and testing routes (this is not a regular daily requirement)
• 1 year electric vehicle technician experience
• 1 years ADAS related experience including diagnosis, repair, calibration, etc.
• Senior technician, master technician, or team lead experience
• Hold OEM Master Technician Certification, EPA 609 Certification, or ASE Certification(s)
• Professional Race team experience

Estimated Min Rate: $40.00

Estimated Max Rate: $50.00

What’s In It for You?

We welcome you to be a part of the largest and legendary global staffing companies to meet your career aspirations. Yoh’s network of client companies has been employing professionals like you for over 65 years in the U.S., UK and Canada. Join Yoh’s extensive talent community that will provide you with access to Yoh’s vast network of opportunities and gain access to this exclusive opportunity available to you. Benefit eligibility is in accordance with applicable laws and client requirements. Benefits include:

• Medical, Prescription, Dental & Vision Benefits (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
• Health Savings Account (HSA) (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
• Life & Disability Insurance (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
• MetLife Voluntary Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401K Retirement Savings Plan
• Direct Deposit & weekly epayroll
• Referral Bonus Programs
• Certification and training opportunities

Note: Any pay ranges displayed are estimations. Actual pay is determined by an applicant's experience, technical expertise, and other qualifications as listed in the job description. All qualified applicants are welcome to apply.

Yoh, a Day & Zimmermann company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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