Ride Engineering Technician 2

Fox Racing Shox GA , GA 30096

Posted 2 months ago

What We Do

FOX Factory designs, engineers, manufactures and markets performance-defining products and systems for customers worldwide. Our premium brand, performance-defining products and systems are used primarily on bicycles, side-by-side vehicles, on-road vehicles with and without off-road capabilities, off-road vehicles and trucks, all-terrain vehicles, snowmobiles, specialty vehicles and applications, motorcycles, and commercial trucks. Some of our products are specifically designed for and marketed to a variety of leading cycling and powered vehicle original equipment manufacturers ("OEMs"), while others are distributed to consumers through a global dealer and distribution network. Fox Factory Holding Corp. is the holding company of FOX Factory, Inc. and is publicly traded (FOXF) on Nasdaq.

Why you should join us

Not only do we provide competitive wages, you will also have access to great benefits and employee

discounts. But more importantly, it's a fun environment where we truly enjoy working as a team and

bringing great products to our customers!

If this sounds like something you would love to do, and a place you want to be a part of, get in touch

with us by submitting your application. We look forward to hearing from you!

Position Summary:

Apply shock building expertise to generate industry leading prototype products for our customers. Will be required to work in a fast-paced environment with numerous internal and external teams to meet deadlines.

Position Responsibilities

  • Assist Ride Engineers with tuning preparation in advance of a tuning trip

  • Assist Ride Engineers with field tuning technician work with both internal and external FOX customers

  • Schedule and perform Trailer/Fleet maintenance to ensure smooth and consistent field operations

  • Restock tuning trailers with all consumables, spare parts, and tools

  • Assist with on vehicle data acquisition setup and maintenance in the field

  • Continuously improve field tuning efficiency with the addition of new tools, refined shock building methods, and trailer improvements

  • Assume safety coordinator role in the Ride Engineering department (Work with EHS to keep trailers stocked with safety items, PPE, trauma kits, etc.)

  • Drive off road chase vehicles safely during field testing events

  • 50% Travel to testing locations (El Cajon, Ocotillo, Detroit, etc.)

  • Ability to lift 50lbs repeatedly throughout workday

  • Ability to work in harsh environments (SoCal Desert - 120°F temps, dust, wind)

  • 100% on the job punctuality and reliability

Ability to multi-task while in the field and get your hands dirty (this is a hands-on intensive job position in a fast moving environment with little room for error

Specific Knowledge, Skills or Abilities Required:

  • Ability to use lathe, mill, saws, etc. is preferred.

  • Ability to learn and understand data acquisition and data analysis.

  • Ability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications.

  • Computer competency using Microsoft Office.

Competencies:

  • Customer Mindset: Exceptional customer experience is primary focus while performing job duties. Quality is a top priority.

  • Adaptability & Innovation: Proactively and willingly adapts to changing business needs and conditions and presents creative and fresh ideas on how to solve problems, gain efficiencies and improve quality.

  • Relationship Building: Builds constructive working relationships characterized by a high level of inclusion, cooperation and mutual respect.

  • Accountability: Takes personal responsibility for the quality and timeliness of work and strives to exceed requirements.

  • Decision Making and Judgment: Makes timely, informed decisions that take into account the facts, goals, constraints and risks.

  • Talent Development (Self and Others): Displays an ongoing commitment to learning and self-improvement; making an effort to acquire new knowledge or skills associated with job responsibilities. Willingness to work with others and coach/teach in effort to develop and support other employees' development.

Position Qualifications:

Education:

HS graduate or equivalent

AA degree in a technical discipline or equivalent experience

Experience:

  • 5+ years of shock absorber technician experience

  • Automotive field shock absorber tuning/technician experience

  • Shock dyno operation experience

  • On vehicle data acquisition and general wiring/electronics experience

  • Manual lathe, mill, welding, fabrication experience

  • Excel and basic CAD experience.

  • Off road driving and vehicle recovery experience

Work Environment and Physical Requirements:

Manufacturing Environment

Lift up to 50 lbs. regularly

Requires walking, standing, bending and lifting for long periods of time

Vision abilities required to validate and enter data on computer

Disclaimer: This list does not represent all physical demands. Descriptions are representative of those that must be met by employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the jobs' essential functions.

Note:

FOX provides equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, physical disability (including HIV and AIDS), mental disability, results of genetic testing, or service in the military, or any other characteristic protected by the laws or regulations of any jurisdiction in which we operate. We base all employment decisions -including recruitment, selection, training, compensation, benefits, discipline, promotions, transfers, layoffs, terminations and social/recreational programs - on merit and the principles of equal employment opportunity.

Fox offers an excellent compensation package and wide-ranging opportunities for professional development. Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Spending and Dependent Care Savings Accounts, Disability and Life Insurance benefit programs are available, as is a 401k plan with employer matching. Eligibility for all benefit programs is defined by the applicable plan document or employee handbook.


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Ride Engineering Technician 2

Fox Racing Shox