Crash Test Technician

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Review test plan with engineers to understand data acquisition and sensor required
• Control instrumentation and data acquisition required to collect crash test data
• Self-Sufficient to prepare test setup, conduct test, and acquire/download the data

Handle instrumentation for testing:

• Verify all sensor functionality prior to test
• Select calibrated equipment for installation on vehicle
• Assemble instrumentation in uniaxial, biaxial, or triaxial configurations
• Repair or replace sensors damaged between install and test

Repair damaged and broken instrumentation:

• Diagnose instrumentation issues and determine reparability.
• Solder and splice small gauge wire as necessary
• Properly document and dispose of non-repairable instrumentation.

Calibration and Traceability

• Full responsibility for tracking data acquisition systems and sensor calibrations
• Document instruments and calibrations in a database environment.

• Work cooperatively in a team environment with other technicians and engineers.
• Ensure the highest quality of data is recorded and processed

Other Responsibilities:

• Parts and equipment ordering.
• Maintain shop equipment and tools.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized shop environment.

Experience and Skills

• Experience working in automotive development and testing environment
• Experience instrumenting a test vehicle, system, or component
• Experience with soldering, splicing, and other low voltage electrical repairs.
• Familiarity with instrumentation and sensors
• Familiarity with digital signal processing
• Familiarity with calibration standards
• PC skills (Word, Excel and PowerPoint).
• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and demonstrate integrity and ethical behavior.
• Ability to multi-task and meet time constraints.
• Excellent Communication and writing skills.
• Excellent interpersonal relationship skills working in a culturally diverse environment.

Education

• High School Diploma
• Automotive technology certification, degree or equivalent preferred
• AAS Degree in Electronics Engineering Technology or similar discipline
• Valid Driver's License and satisfactory driving record