Powertrain Technician

divh2Powertrain Technician/h2pJob Category: Hardware Development Engineering Requisition Number: POWER001398/ppJob Purpose: The Powertrain Technician will support powertrain test engineers in the setup, execution, and analysis of drive unit rig testing. The technician will be responsible for building test fixtures and assisting with lab rework activities./ppResponsibilities (80s of the Position):/pulliConfigure, set-up, and maintain electric vehicle propulsion units on dynamometer test stand/liliInstall instrumentation and data acquisition tools onto test units, create custom fixtures as needed to install sensors and test equipment (mechanical fabrication required)/liliMonitor and maintain test cell facility equipment i.e. dynamometers, pumps, chillers, battery simulators. Establish and execute equipment PM (periodic maintenance)/liliPerform propulsion unit testing on dynamometer under engineering direction/liliDetermine Root Cause, document and report any issues discovered during testing or while performing inspections and report to test engineers and/or design engineers directly/liliProvide daily written and verbal test status updates/liliSupport general mechanical /electrical work as required in the facility/liliPerform entry-level work in the inspection, repair, and service of electric vehicles/liliOperate a variety of hand, power, and shop tools/liliWork in a team-based environment and achieve common goals/li/ulpRequired Experience:/pulliMinimum of 3 years experience working in powertrain test cells (IC engine or EV)/liliFamiliarity with fundamentals of mounting, aligning, and maintaining high precision drivelines typically used in powertrain test cells/liliStrong mechanical aptitude and experience with building of precision machines including IC engines, gearboxes, differentials, electric motors/liliKnowledge of methods, techniques, parts, tools, and materials used in the maintenance and repair of vehicles/liliFamiliar with operation and maintenance of a wide variety of hand power tools, shop tools, and automotive and electrical test equipment/liliEfficient skills in basic automotive techniques related to repair and servicing of automobiles/liliLight duty fabrication experienced with drill press, sheet metal tools, and various hand tools/liliLow voltage vehicle wiring (12v system and component integration)/liliData Logging and instrumentation with experience in thermocouples accelerometers/liliProven ability to effectively handle multiple priorities, organize workload, and meet deadlines/liliAssociate degree or Certificate in Automotive Technology/liliFlexibility to work alternate shifts, overtime, weekends/liliValid Drivers License and clean driving record/li/ulpPreferred Experience:/pulliBachelors degree in Mechanical or Electronic Engineering Technology or Mechanical or Electrical Engineering/liliPrevious history of working as Test Operator in powertrain test cell/liliExperience with commercial dynamometers/liliExperience with instrumentation routines and calibration equipment/liliProficiency with setup and operation of test cell data acquisition equipment including Vector, NI, CAN/liliExperience with post-processing, documentation, interpretation of powertrain test results/liliKnowledge of EV powertrain architecture/li/ulpTravel Requirements:/pulliUp to 10% domestic travel/li/ulpPhysical Requirements for Physical Positions:/ppWhile performing the duties of this job, employees may be required to lift up to 25 or more pounds, stand, sit, bend/stoop, or operate office equipment or machinery./ppReasonable Accommodations:/ppReasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position./ppWhats Cool About Working Here.../pulliMeaningful, challenging work that will redefine automotive landscape and make EVs available to everyone/liliComprehensive Health Insurance/liliEquity Compensation/liliFlexible Paid Time Off/liliCasual workplace with an unbelievable feeling of energy/li/ulpCanoo is an equal opportunity-affirmative action employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, past or present military service or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable federal, state and local law./p/div