Test Cell Technician

Allison Transmission; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Choice of medical plans with prescription coverage

Employer HSA contribution

401K with generous company match

Tuition assistance program

Paid parental leave

Job summary

Allison Transmission is seeking a Test Technician in Indianapolis, IN. This role involves supporting test programs through planning, conducting tests, and communicating data for analysis. Candidates should have a vocational degree in Engineering Technology or a relevant background with a willingness to work various shifts. The position offers benefits including medical plans, a 401K plan, tuition assistance, and robust employee wellness programs.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years experience in an engineering technician role or relevant educational background.
• Willingness to work 1st, 2nd or 3rd shift operations.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.

Responsibilities

• Assisting in the designing and planning of test setup.
• Conducting testing per plan, verify data accuracy, and prepare results for reporting.
• Implementing and actively support safety policies and initiatives.

Skills

Engineering technician experience

Oral and written communication

Basic mechanical proficiency

Knowledge of automatic transmission operation

Education

Vocational or technical degree in Engineering Technology

Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering Technology or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

JOIN THE TEAM THAT’S POWERING PROGRESS

Building cities. Driving commerce. Fueling Progress. For over 100 years, Allison has powered the vehicles and technology that move our world forward. Our employees drive progress everywhere across Allison Transmission and Allison Off-Highway Drive and Motion Systems.

Learn more about this role and how you can begin driving your career forward.

Benefits

• Choice of medical plans with prescription coverage
• Employer HSA contribution
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Short & Long-Term Disability
• Other voluntary benefits including: Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Identity Theft Protection and Pet Insurance
• 401K with generous Company match & contribution
• Accrued Paid Time Off
• 12 Paid Holidays + 1 Floating Holiday
• Robust employee wellness program
• Tuition assistance program

Job Description

As a Test Technician you will be responsible for supporting the planning, coordination, and execution of test programs. You will also contribute by performing test setup, instrumentation, operation, and equipment maintenance while working closely with Test Engineers to prepare and communicate test data for analysis and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Assisting in the designing and planning of test setup.
• Implementing test bench and/or test cell setup, including instrumentation and hardware installation.
• Conducting testing per plan, verify data accuracy, and prepare results for reporting.
• Assuring accurate calibration of instrumentation vital in collecting test data.
• Preparing prototypes of components assemblies and systems of either new or current products as advised by policies and procedures or written test plans or work requests.
• Implementing and actively support safety policies and initiatives.
• Participating in program planning and/or status meetings
• Collaborating with the supervisor about all ongoing projects with regard to project status, completion time projections and any problems that may have arisen during the course of the project.
• Observing applicable procedures and practices as delineated in Test Operations Manual, PE Procedures, and Standard Procedures.

Qualifications

Education requirement:

• Vocational or technical degree in Engineering Technology or equivalent experience

Education preferred:

• Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering Technology, Mechatronics or Electrical Engineering Technology

Knowledge, skills, and abilities required:

• 0-2 years experience in an engineering technician role or relevant educational background

Willingness to work 1st, 2nd or 3rd shift operations

• Proficiency in both oral and written business communication
• Basic knowledge of automatic transmission operation, clutches, controls (both hydraulic and electrical), hydraulics, and gears

Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings

• Basic mechanical proficiency
• Proficiency with computer operation, including Microsoft Office tools

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Preferred:

• 3 years of proven experience in engineering technician role
• Statistical training
• Programming in C-based languages
• Electric, Hydrogen, hybrid, and emission testing

Equal Employment Opportunity

Allison Transmission is an equal opportunity employer. We have opportunities for all qualified applicants regardless of age, race, color, sex, religion, creed, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or veteran status.

Accommodations

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