Test Bench Technician II

ATESTEO GmbH & Co. KG; East Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Company pension plans

Health management plan

Job summary

A leading drivetrain testing company based in East Lansing, Michigan, is seeking someone to assist with test bench setups and maintenance. This role requires strong communication skills and a willingness to learn. Join a growing team and help build a new test center focused on innovative drivetrain technologies. Strong candidates will have a background in mechanics and an eagerness to develop their skills in the automotive industry.

Qualifications

• Willingness to expand knowledge and learn.
• Demonstrate consistent attendance habits.
• Basic knowledge of measurement technology.

Responsibilities

• Support test bench engineers with setups for testing.
• Perform setup and maintenance on complex systems.
• Generate and manage process documentation.
• Perform setup, diagnosis and repair of prototype electrical and mechanical systems.
• Generate and own process documentation for test beds and equipment.
• Carry out preventative maintenance on complex electrical and mechanical systems.
• Ensure calibration of measuring equipment is up to date.
• Integrate customer-specific diagnostic and analysis systems.
• Keep tests running and on schedule.

Skills

Strong communication skills in English

Solution oriented

Basic understanding of drivetrain

Safety oriented

Good attitude and teamwork

Attendance reliability

MS Office basics

Explain technical info clearly

Vehicle drivetrain knowledge

Measurement technology basics

Education

Completed apprenticeship as a mechanic/technician

Experience in vehicle technology fields

Tools

Measurement tools

Job description

Set your career in motion with ATESTEO. Join the leader in drivetrain testing at our new test center in East Lansing, Michigan!

About us

ATESTEO is the worldwide leading independent drivetrain specialist, offering automobile manufacturers around the globe a full range of powertrain testing and engineering services. We support manufacturers of passenger cars, commercial trucks, rail vehicles, and off-road vehicles to develop best-in-class drive systems for internal combustion engines, electric and hybrid vehicle drive systems, and propulsion systems of the future.

ATESTEO combines testing and engineering depth, continuous innovation, and superior execution to deliver reliable and valid test results.

Our innovative strength relies on the expertise and experience of each and every employee. It is their qualifications and motivation that make us the leading specialist in drivetrain testing. Come join our collegial environment and shape the future of mobility!

ATESTEO is growing! We are opening a new test center in Lansing, Michigan — the perfect opportunity for you to contribute to building our newest location from the ground up. Get in on the action and bring your ideas to life!

Your Responsibilities

• Support test bench engineers to set up test benches for functional and endurance testing
• Support Test Bench Engineers to implement future upgrades
• Set up prototype fixtures and test articles
• Select and install instrumentation needed to collect data from the test article
• Perform setup, diagnosis, and repair of prototype electrical and mechanical systems
• Generate and take ownership of process documentation for test beds and test equipment
• Perform preventative maintenance on complex electrical and mechanical equipment
• Ensure that measuring equipment calibration is up to date
• Incorporate and integrate customer-specific diagnostic and analysis systems
• Keep tests running
• Regularly lifting 40+ pounds

Qualifications and Experience Required

• Willingness to expand knowledge
• Good attitude and willing to work in a small team environment
• Solution oriented and problem solving
• Safety oriented
• Strong communication skills in both verbal and written English
• Must have professional interpersonal skills to communicate with team, customers and suppliers
• Able to relay technical information in an understandable and constructive manner
• Demonstrate consistent attendance habits, working hours necessary to perform a job
• Understand customer satisfaction and requests are paramount
• Basic understanding of drivetrain, coolant systems, and lubrication systems
• Basic knowledge of measurement technology
• Basic knowledge of MS Office suite

Preferred Qualifications and Experience

• Completed apprenticeship as a mechanic and/or technician
• Experience in various fields of vehicle technology
• Advanced fabrication skills beneficial
• Experience with test bench automation systems
• Reading and understanding technical print
• Utilizing measurement tools to verify prints caliper, micrometers, and dial indicators

If you have different qualifications, we still encourage you to apply!

Why you should work with us

ATESTEO offers unique experiences and personalized career development in a variety of interesting jobs at a growing international company. You can expect a top-notch work atmosphere with quick decision-making processes, pleasant and personal interaction, respectful cooperation with supervisors and colleagues, and ergonomic and safe workplace design.

As part of ATESTEO, you’ll enjoy excellent compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that includes our own health management plan, company pension plans, and much more.

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We will consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability status, medical condition, pregnancy, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

VISA LANGUAGE:

ATESTEO does provide sponsorship for employment visa status based on business need. However, for this position, please only apply if you DO NOT need sponsorship to work in the Unites States now or in the future. We are unable to consider candidates who require sponsorship.