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This includes planning tests, installing test equipment and sensors, configuring vehicles to desired test states, executing tests per requestor procedures, and performing the maintenance, diagnostics, and repair work that keeps vehicles safe, demo-ready, and test-ready.\nTesting spans vehicle performance, crash testing, noise and vibration, thermal performance, durability testing, prototype and procedure validation. You will draw on expertise in one or more of these areas, working closely with the responsible attribute lead and with your team to keep the fleet in a ready state.\nShift: 1st Shift, Tuesday - Saturday, 6:30am - 3pm\nTravel Requirements: up to 50%\nIn this role, you will:\nExecute vehicle-level test requests with a focus on accuracy and thoroughness; create diagnostic test plans as needed.\nWork with engineering to select and install appropriate test sensors, and to set up and configure DAQ systems.\nSupport preparation of test parts and update test vehicles as dictated by test requirements; coordinate logistics for vehicles, equipment, and parts.\nConfigure, set up, maintain, diagnose, and sign off on vehicles for safe on-road use; perform vehicle-level inspections, maintenance, and repairs.\nPerform diagnostics and escalate to the appropriate engineering team when required; coordinate and drive the repair process.\nSync with the Shop Foreman to ensure vehicles are ready for demonstration and testing requirements.\nExecute tests, collect data, and support the analysis, documentation, and reporting of results; maintain service records and quality field reports.\nMaintain shop and workshop space, tools, and parts inventory to a high professional standard of safety, efficiency, and cleanliness.\nBuild a strong service experience for internal teams and business partners.\nQualifications\nMinimum of 4 years of automotive technician experience.\nComprehensive knowledge of automotive repair and diagnostic procedures, tools, components, and best practices.\nStrong understanding of electrical theory and application.\nExperience working with test equipment in one or more areas such as NVH, Vehicle Dynamics, Thermal, Powertrain, Chassis, Restraint Systems, or Durability.\nAbility to travel locally and nationally, with occasional international travel\nReliable, self-starter work ethic; strong ability to multitask across projects and deliverables.\nTeam player with excellent written and verbal communication skills; honest, responsible, and a strong communicator.\nAbility to pass a background check, MVR (Motor Vehicle Record) check with a valid driver's license and a clean driving record, and drug screen; must comply with the Substance Abuse Policy. \nAbility to lift up to 50 lbs and sit or stand for extended periods (8+ hours) depending on equipment type.\nForklift and/or gantry operation required. 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