Test Technician

Technical Professionals Group, LLC; Fowlerville (MI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A research and development organization is looking for motivated Test Technicians to support vehicle testing and data acquisition activities. Successful candidates will evaluate pre-production vehicles, prepare test reports, and develop testing procedures. Candidates should have 3 to 5 years of experience in vehicle testing and be adept in data acquisition tools. Strong mechanical skills and a commitment to safety are essential. This position requires working on-site and may involve flexible hours.

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of experience as a Test Technician.
• Background in Proving Grounds Vehicle Testing.
• Robotics experience with systems like Anthony Best Dynamics.

Responsibilities

• Conduct and support testing and data acquisition activities at vehicle level.
• Develop and implement vehicle testing procedures.
• Evaluate test results and prepare routine test reports.

Skills

Test Technician experience

Vehicle Testing background

Data Acquisition background

Mechanical skills

Education

High School Diploma / Associates Degree

Tools

Dewesoft

Racelogic

OXTS

Job description

Test Technician Overview

TPG is seeking motivated, dependable and safe Test Technicians to test vehicles and their systems for a research and development organization in Saline, MI. Successful candidates will test drive and evaluate pre-production test vehicles on a proving ground, conduct safety inspections, perform specialized test procedures and document findings on driver reports in a clear and concise manner.

Get paid to drive test vehicles, experience new technology firsthand and give feedback to the development team!

Position Responsibilities

• Conduct and support testing and data acquisition activities at vehicle level.
• Develop and implement vehicle testing procedures
• Install data acquisition per test requirements and support mechanical duties as needed.
• Evaluate test results and prepare routine test reports.
• Perform other tasks and duties as assigned.

Required Skills and Abilities

• 3 to 5 year's experience as a Test Technician.
• Background in Proving Grounds Vehicle Testing.

Beneficial Skills and Experience

• Experience in Vehicle Dynamics, Chassis Controls, Active Safety and Vehicle Durability.
• Data Acquisition background with various instruments and CAN with strong software skills and Excel.
• Mechanical background to support component installation.
• Advanced Driver skills with limit handling.
• ASE Certification

Essentials

• Automotive Proving Ground Experience
• Ground Truthing equipment experience: examples OXTS, Racelogic
• Robotics experience: examples Anthony Best Dynamics, Humanetics
• Data Acquisition experience: Dewesoft, Racelogic

Education/Training/Certifications

• High School Diploma / Associates Degree

Work Environment Requirements

• Must be able to operate a personal computer, telephone and other office equipment.
• Must perform job duties onsite, except those duties that are customarily or by their nature performed offsite (for example, offsite customer visits).
• Must be able to work effectively in a fast-paced environment where constructive criticism is encouraged.
• Must be able to work on multiple assignments at once, and complete assignments within deadline and budget (if applicable) with satisfactory quality.
• Must be able to operate as an effective team member.
• Must be committed to a high standard of safety and be willing and able to comply with all safety laws and all company safety policies.

Attendance/Work Hour Requirements

• Must maintain an acceptable attendance record.
• Must be willing and available to work 8.0 hours per day, 5 days per week, plus other hours per day or week as are necessary or desirable to meet business needs.
• Must be willing and available to work such weekends and holidays as necessary and desirable to meet business needs.