Engineering Lab Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Position:  Engineering Lab Technician

Duration: 1 year contract to hire

Location:  St. Joseph, MI

Must Haves:

• 2-4 years of hands-on experience in an automotive technician, testing, or validation role
• Understanding of mechanical systems, hydraulic systems, and electronic control systems
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and technical documentation.
• Basic machine shop skills (lathe, mill, general fabrication)
• Proficient in using Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, etc...)
• Familiarity with quality systems such as IATF16949 and ISO9001

Plusses:

• Associate's degree in Automotive Technology, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or a related field is preferred.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., ASE) are a strong plus.
• Experience with brake actuation and/or medium & heavy-duty truck foundation brake systems
• Proficiency with diagnostic and data acquisition tools (DaisyLab, Lab View, etc...)
• Ability to read and interpret hydraulic and electrical schematics and mechanical drawings
• Familiarity with Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) and Software-in-the-Loop (SIL) testing methodologies

Job Summary:

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Automotive Product Validation Lab Technician to join our dynamic team. The successful candidate will be responsible for the testing, validation, and quality assurance of advanced automotive systems, with a primary focus on brake actuation and medium & heavy-duty truck foundation brake products. This role is critical in ensuring that our products meet the highest standards of safety, performance, and reliability.

Responsibilities:

Testing, Validation, and Prototypes:

• Perform hands-on functional performance, misuse, environmental, durability and NVH validation testing in a lab environment.
• Follow and execute test plans and procedures to validate product performance against design specifications and regulatory standards.
• Set-up and operate test equipment, including data acquisition systems, sensors, and diagnostic tools.
• Complete testing in a timely manner per an agreed upon schedule.
• Build prototype samples to support new projects and validation testing.

Troubleshooting, Analysis, and Continuous Improvement:

• Proactively identify product and equipment abnormalities, report them to the team, and as necessary aid in the resolution of the issue.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot hydraulic, mechanical, electrical, and software issues identified during testing. Follow through on issue resolution.
• Analyze test data to identify trends, anomalies, and areas for improvement.
• Document and report all test results, findings, discrepancies, and failures with clear and concise details.
• Actively participate in continuous improvement related to the lab facilities, test equipment, and work processes.

Quality and Compliance:

• Ensure all testing and validation activities comply with internal quality standards and industry regulations.
• Perform quality checks on components and assemblies to ensure that they meet specifications.