What are the responsibilities and job description for the Engineering Technical Assistant - Vehicle position at Argonne National Laboratory?
We are seeking a highly skilled Engineering Technical Assistant to join the Transportation Research Operations section of the Engineering Operation and Facilities division (EOF). Argonne National Laboratory's Advanced Mobility group (AMTL) supports the U.S. Department of Energy in evaluating technologies, developing transportation policies for petroleum displacement, optimizing advanced technologies for commercial use, demonstrating alternative fuel benefits, and providing unbiased research results for various stakeholders. The EOF division partners to provide vital technical support to Argonne's Transportation and Power Systems (TAPS) division. The selected candidate will be deployed, working at Argonne's Advanced Mobility Technology Laboratory, supporting vehicle laboratory and on road testing of light to heavy duty vehicles.
As an Engineering Technical Assistant, you will be integral to advancing vehicle research by coordinating and conducting the design, setup, and operation of electrical and mechanical vehicle systems. Your work will support experimental testing on conventional, electrified, connected, and automated vehicles, as well as new mobility modes such as drones and micro-mobility solutions.
You will oversee the setup, operation, and maintenance of chassis dynamometers and other essential test equipment.
Additionally, you will manage vehicle communication systems and perform independent assignments with minimal supervision. You may also supervise non-exempt technicians.
Key Responsibilities :
- Lead and assist in the design and execution of R&D tests, both on-road and in dynamometer environments.
- Support vehicle research by designing, setting up, and maintaining test equipment.
- Perform electrical and mechanical modifications for custom vehicle experiments.
- Work with a range of vehicles, including gasoline, hybrid, and electric models, from light duty (passenger cars) to heavy duty.
- Oversee vehicle communication protocols, ensuring seamless integration for testing purposes.
- Ensure compliance with Laboratory ES&H (Environment, Safety, and Health) policies.
- Operate and program data acquisition systems, and perform electrical design, repairs, and assembly.
- Work on high-voltage EV systems and provide technical guidance.
- May work non-standard schedules, including afternoons and weekends, to meet testing needs.
Position Requirements
Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Experience
Job Family
Professional Technical (PT)
Job Profile
Facilities Engineering 2
Worker Type
Regular
Time Type
Full time
The expected hiring range for this position is $67,639.00 - $106,725.06.
Please note that the pay range information is a general guideline only. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as, but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, business considerations, internal equity, and external market pay for comparable jobs. Additionally, comprehensive benefits are part of the total rewards package.
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Salary : $67,639 - $106,725
