Vehicle Thermal Test Technician (DRAFT)

Insight Global; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Insight Global is seeking a vehicle testing specialist for a hands-on lab role in Long Beach. You will instrument vehicles, manage testing assets, and run thermal and electrical tests to gather data and ensure safety compliance.

Responsibilities include wiring, harnessing, building DAQ boxes, and coordinating fast prototyping of test fixtures in a cross-functional team environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in vehicle testing, lab, or workshop environments.
• Experience with vehicle networks, hardware, and software.
• Hands-on electrical work: soldering, harnessing, instrumentation.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and mechanical drawings.
• Experience managing vehicle testing assets and lab resources.
• Facilitating new test setups (airflow, components, stand mods).
• Heavy involvement in electrical work (~60%), diagnostics with meters.
• Experience instrumenting vehicles to collect test data and CAN/LIN data collection.
• Experience building and maintaining DAQ boxes per schematics (LabVIEW or similar).
• Experience coordinating rapid prototyping of fixtures and hardware.

Responsibilities

• Support lab upkeep and general maintenance for a clean workspace.
• Manage vehicle instrumentation supplies and order consumables.
• Track and maintain calibration logs for equipment.
• Enforce safety and EHS guidelines on the lab floor and during tests.
• Set up new one-off test configurations (airflow, component tests).
• Perform hands-on electrical work (≈60%): wiring, soldering, harnessing.
• Fully instrument vehicles and systems to collect data.
• Support vehicle communication and data collection (CAN/LIN).
• Modify parts/equipment for instrumentation and testing.
• Build and maintain DAQ boxes following schematics (LabVIEW).
• Coordinate rapid prototyping of test fixtures and hardware.
• Conduct thermal testing on full vehicles and sub-assemblies.
• Assist with validating software/hardware performance for thermal systems.
• Simulate real-world conditions including extreme environments.

Skills

Vehicle testing

Electrical wiring

Soldering

CAN/LIN

Schematics reading

Lab assets management

DAQ setup

Lab instrumentation

Tools

LabVIEW

Multimeter

DAQ hardware

Job description

Job Description

• Support lab upkeep and general maintenance to ensure a clean and efficient workspace.
• Manage vehicle instrumentation supplies, monitoring and ordering consumables as necessary (refrigerant, thermocouples, connectors, etc.).
• Track and maintain calibration of equipment and maintain equipment usage and maintenance logs.
• Help enforce safety and EHS guidelines on the lab floor and on test trips to ensure a compliant work environment.
• Facilitate new one-off test setups (airflow testing, component testing, temporary modifications to existing stands, etc.).
• Perform hands-on electrical work (~60%), including:
  • Running wires, soldering, harnessing, and instrumentation setup
  • Using tools like multimeters for diagnostics
• Fully instrument vehicles and systems to collect test data
• Support vehicle communication and data collection (CAN/LIN)
• Support the modification of parts and equipment for one-off instrumentation and testing.
• Build and maintain DAQ boxes for vehicle and bench testing, following schematics from TEs.(LabView or similar)
• Coordinate rapid prototyping of test fixtures and hardware.
• Execute thermal testing on full vehicles and sub-assemblies (AC compressors, cooling systems, etc.
• Assist with validating both software and hardware performance related to thermal systems
• Simulate real-world conditions, including extreme heat and cold environments

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to [e-mail].

Skills and Requirements

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a vehicle testing, laboratory, or workshop environment.
• Experience with vehicle communication networks, hardware, and software.
• Experience with hands-on electrical work, including soldering, harness building, or instrumentation.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and mechanical drawings.
• Experience with managing vehicle testing or substantial lab assets.
• Facilitating new one-off test setups (airflow testing, component testing, temporary modifications to existing stands, etc.).
• Perform hands-on electrical work (~60%), including:
  • Running wires, soldering, harnessing, and instrumentation setup
  • Using tools like multimeters for diagnostics
• Experience fully instrumenting vehicles and systems to collect test data
• Experience supporting vehicle communication and data collection (CAN/LIN)
• Support the modification of parts and equipment for one-off instrumentation and testing.
• Experience building and maintaining DAQ boxes for vehicle and bench testing, following schematics from TEs.(LabView or similar)
• Experience coordinating rapid prototyping of test fixtures and hardware.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with automotive thermal systems (cooling, refrigerant, HVAC).
• Experience with high-voltage EV systems and safety protocols.
• Proficiency with rapid prototyping methods (3D printing, machining, or fixture building).
• Familiarity with vehicle testing and lab safety standards (OSHA/EHS/DOT).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for generating test reports.

An eagerness to work cross-functionally in a dynamic environment where you are part of a high-performing team.