Technician (Chassis Test & Development Dept)

Contechs Consulting Limited; California City (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Contechs Consulting Limited is seeking a Technician for the Chassis Test & Development Dept in California City, CA, USA. The role requires immediate eligibility to work full time in the United States and involves hands-on work with brakes, suspension, and instrumentation.

Essential duties include installing instrumentation, supporting brake and ESC development, and fabrication tasks. ASE certification is a plus. The team focuses on rapid, modular development in automotive testing environments.

Qualifications

• Experience replacing brake and suspension components.
• Experience with chassis/brake support and development.
• Familiarity with instrumentation installation and data capture.

Responsibilities

• Replace brake and suspension components as required.
• Support brake, ESC, and suspension development for multiple programs.
• Install instrumentation and assist with rollover testing setup.

Skills

Brake systems

Suspension systems

Instrumentation installation

Fabrication

Electrical soldering

Vehicle testing

Education

ASE Certified Mechanic

Tools

Instrumentation tools

Job description

Position: Technician (Chassis Test & Development Dept)

Sector: Body, Structures & Chassis

Location: California City, CA, USA

*Applicants MUST have proof of immediate, on-going and valid eligibility to work full time in the United States*

About the company

My client is an innovative American automotive manufacturer focused on redefining affordable electric mobility. They are developing a new generation of purpose-built electric vehicles with an emphasis on simplicity, modular design, and customer customisation.

They are looking for a Technician (Chassis Test & Development Dept) to join their expanding team on a Contract basis. The role will be located in California City, CA, USA.

Essential Criteria:

• Replace brake and suspension components as required – electronic boosters, vacuum boosters, springs, sway Barts, etc.
• Chassis control and brake support needed as engineers have limited technician support compared to number of projects
• Support brake, ESC, and suspension development of all HMG programs, including specifically TV/TE
• Install instrumentation
• Outrigger mounting brackets for rollover mitigation testing (bumper removal) – fabrication experience strongly preferred
• Brake pressure sensors and thermal couples
• Other instrumentation as required
• Soldering and electrical engineering nice, but not required
• Fabrication experience strongly preferred
• Support overall development garage activities
• Tire support
• Alignment support
• Other items as needed
• Shop maintenance & prep as needed – forklift certification is a plus

Nice to Have Criteria:

• ASE Certified Mechanic with several years of experience is a plus

Why work through Contechs?

Contechs is a strategic partner to the automotive industry, providing innovative design and engineering services to global OEMs, from concept to production.

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.

Employment is at will and may be terminated by either party at any time.

We provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Please contact us if you need assistance in the application process