Job Title: Crash Test Technician - Build/Strip

Job Description:

Client is looking for a Build/Strip Crash Test Technician to join our Vehicle Safety Test Team and Crash Test Laboratory located in Superior Township, Michigan. The Vehicle Safety Test Team is part of the Vehicle Safety Integration Department which focuses on the physical crash testing and passive safety for all Motor Group products. We are currently looking for a automotive crash test technician to support our Pre-Test preparations and Post-Test teardown operations. We are looking for a hard-working automotive engineering test technician who is eager to use their skills to set up and tear down crash test vehicles. The ideal candidate would have a flexible and multi-faceted skillset to support a variety of testing conditions and requirements

Review test plan with engineers to understand load case preparation and post-test action
Install test equipment and instrumentation used in automotive testing:
- Accelerometer, pressure sensor, voltage and current monitor installation.
- Proper Sensor cable routing for each impact test mode
- Interior/Exterior Trim disassembly and reassembly associated with installation.
- Accurate written and photographic records of all installed instrumentation.
Prepare vehicle for testing (Pre-Test Operations) :
- Record "received" and "tested" details such as weight, tire size, installed restraints etc.
- Drain all fluids (coolant, oil, washer fluid, gas, refrigerant) and replace with non-flammable substitutes.
- Ballast vehicle to specified test weight.
- Use 3D Coordinate Measurement Machine (CMM) for structural deformation measurements.
- Tape/target/paint vehicle to test specification.
- Replace or modify parts of prototypes such as airbags/restraint systems and structural components
Tear down of vehicle after test (Post-test Operations):
- Remove all instrumentation and drain non-flammable fluids.
- Use 3D CMM for post-test structural measurement.
- Preform post-test structural teardown as directed by test engineer including door/pillar skinning, interior trim removal, gas tank removal etc.
Work cooperatively in a team environment with other technicians and engineers.
Other Responsibilities:
- Fully document vehicle instruments and modifications in a database environment.
- Parts and equipment ordering.
- Maintain shop equipment and tools.
- Maintain a safe, clean, and organized shop environment

What You Will Bring to the Role

Educational Requirements:
- Minimum: High School Diploma
- Preferred: Associate Degree in Automotive Technology field and/or experience in a crash/safety test facility
Related Industry Experience Requirements:
- Technician I Level with 0 to 3 years Experience - R&D Test Preparation activities - Preferred/Ideal: previous experience in automotive safety testing (crash test, sled testing, dynamic impact component/system testing, etc)
Required Skills and Knowledge:
- Experience working in automotive R&D testing environments
- Experience with disassembly and reassembly of interior and exterior vehicle components.
- General fabrication experience using TIG/MIG welders, plasma cutter, and handheld fabrication tools
- Experience with soldering wires/electronics
- Vehicle diagnostic skills, reading codes, and troubleshooting vehicle warning lights.
- 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.

*Fully Onsite

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