Test Garage Technician

Stellantis Financial Services; Kokomo (IN); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Stellantis Financial Services seeks a Test Garage Technician to join the Quality team at the Kokomo Transmission Plant in Kokomo, Indiana. You will work with Project Technicians and Resident Engineers to develop and execute test plans and identify root causes of failures.

The role requires hands-on engineering knowledge, cross-functional collaboration, and a commitment to vehicle testing and durability assessments. On-site work with possible off-shift hours and weekend coverage may be required.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree in Automotive Technology or HS Diploma/GED with ASE certification or equivalent experience.
• Strong verbal and written communication and record-keeping skills.
• Proficient with Windows applications and basic computer use; good documentation.
• Positive attitude with strong teamwork and customer service.
• Experience using hand, bench and machine tools; systematic teardown for root cause.
• Ability to test electrical components (relays, solenoids, switches, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Assemble, install, remove, disassemble and repair components and related parts.
• Root cause analysis of car plant and warranty returns.
• Vehicle maintenance, modification, and repair.
• Support engineering and durability testing.
• Confirm and investigate Functional Audit findings.
• Maintain area and equipment cleanliness; provide training on transmission function.

Skills

Root cause analysis

Hands-on

Teamwork

Problem solving

Technical communication

Automotive knowledge

Education

Associate degree in Automotive Technology

HS Diploma/GED + ASE certification

Tools

Windows applications

Hand tools

Bench tools

Machine tools

Camera skills

Job description

Stellantis is currently seeking a Test Garage Technician to join the Quality team in Kokomo, Indiana at the Kokomo Transmission Plant. The Test Garage Technician must have the ability to understand part functionality with proven experience to be able to identify the root cause of failures. The candidate must be high-energy, hands-on individual with experience in working cross-functionally and possess a broad knowledge of the entire automotive Engineering, Manufacturing, and Quality landscape. They will work with the Project Technician and Resident Engineers to develop and execute test plans and communicate their findings.

Job responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Assemble and install, remove, disassemble and repair components and related parts.
• Root cause analysis of car plant and warranty returns
• Vehicle maintenance, modification, and repair
• Support engineering and durability testing
• Confirm and investigate Functional Audit findings
• Maintain area and equipment cleanliness.
• Provide training on transmission function to new engineering, management, or test garage personnel
• May assist with special assignments as appropriate.

Basic Qualifications:

• Associates Degree in Automotive TechnologyOR HS Diploma/GED and an ASE certification/equivalent experience
• Good verbal, written, and record keeping skills required
• Must have computer experience (Windows applications), camera skills
• Positive attitude, good teamwork and customer service skills
• Experience using hand, bench, and machine tools
• Experience systematically tearing down assemblies looking for root cause
• Ability to test electrical components such as relays, solenoids, switches, etc.
• Must be able to work in a diverse group with other staff members to address component issues as required
• Must be a team player and help in other components areas at a moment's notice
• Ability to drive a walk-behind Hilo/stacker
• Willing to work off-shift hours, holidays, and weekends if required

Preferred Qualifications:

• ASE Certification or Master Mechanic preferred
• Must have powertrain/drivetrain experience with disassembly and analyzing failed transmissions, electric motors, and related components
• Possess general vehicle operating knowledge with all vehicle components
• All candidates will be required to produce documents at time of interview