Vehicle Test Technician

Kett Engineering, established in 1953, a leader in the automotive testing industry is in need of a Vehicle Test Technician on the 1st shift to work at a customer proving ground in Yucca, AZ.

Job Summary:

• As part of a project team, the Vehicle Test Technician will use their skills to setup, conduct, and assist in the analysis of a vehicle test to ensure data is meeting design specifications established by customers. Assist engineers in determining the practicality of proposed product design changes and carry out tests for performance, durability, or efficiency
• Perform manual trigger stops
• Diagnosis of instrumentation issues such as Torque Wheels, Dump Valves, DC Tachs, etc.
• Use and review RevData Plus
• Proper usage of rubbing/embedded TC's
• Export test data to Excel/CSV

Job Qualifications:

• High School diploma or GED with technical curriculum with 3 years relevant work experience in an automotive or component testing or performance Test Driver or proven experience in the above job duties/equivalent related work experience
• Associate of Science in Engineering Technology or a related field (preferred)
• Completed coursework in digital electronics, circuit functions and basic electronics (helpful)
• Understanding of basic and analog temperate controls
• Understand where different data averaging comes from and reasoning
• Clean Driver's License

Competencies:

• Advanced knowledge of CV, Pass car, & light truck brakes
• Ability to work well in a team environment
• Technical aptitude to form hypothesis, verify test methods, draw conclusions, and communicate results effectively
• Applicable verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Applicable organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Strong knowledge of principles and processes for providing excellent customer service
• Hands-on problem solving and continuous improvement abilities
• Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services.
• Analytical, observant, patient and communicative to handle the precise nature of the work
• Knowledge of different trigger configuration files & how they function

Other:

• Ability to work overtime, nights, weekends (as needed)
• Will involve hands-on work with tools and testing equipment
• Physical activity will include lifting (up to 50lbs.), bending, stooping, crouching, reaching, hand-eye coordination, and manual dexterity

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $27.00 - $30.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Application Question(s):

• Do you have experience with the following: Torque Wheels, Dump Valves, RevData Plus, DC Tachs, and Excel/CSV?

Ability to Commute:

• Yucca, AZ 86438 (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $27 - $30