Vehicle Test Technician, II

Link Engineering Co. Dearborn , MI 48120

Posted 4 days ago

Vehicle Technician, II - Dearborn, Michigan

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Link Engineering Company (LINK) is a premier designer and manufacturer of precision test equipment, we specialize in developing customized solutions for Automotive, Aviation, Off-Highway, Rail, and Civil Engineering industries. We are headquartered in Plymouth, Michigan, and maintain testing laboratories, manufacturing, and support facilities around the globe.

Established in 1935, we have been a family-owned company for generations, we treat our customers and employees as if they are part of our family. We set our employees up for success, as they are given constant opportunities to learn and develop new skills. As many of our team members have been with LINK for a generation or more, the LINK team is equipped with a wealth of knowledge, providing decades of hands-on experience and out-of-the-box thinking to OEM's and suppliers everywhere.

We are looking for a talented mechanical Vehicle Technician, II who will use your skills to set up, conduct, and assist in the analysis of a vehicle test to ensure data meets design specifications established by Customers. This role will support engineers to determine the practicality of proposed product design changes and carry out tests for performance, durability, or efficiency.

Main Responsibilities:

  • Knowledge of basics of Passenger Car, Light Truck and Commercial Vehicle brake systems

  • Fit and function incoming parts on a Vehicle

  • Understanding of physical measurements of test components (rotors & brake pads)

  • Startup of Data Acquisition equipment including 3802 & VMAX

  • Install and troubleshoot Data Acquisition equipment, basic sensors, and thermocouples on a vehicle

  • Knowledge of different pressure transducers

  • Measure rotor LRO / DTV & understand LRO / DTV basics

  • Read rotor mapping plots

  • Monitor tests in progress to ensure they are running to specification

  • Ensure test results are complete and accurate

  • Perform test activities and question specifications for new tests

  • Perform manual trigger stops for testing operation

  • Diagnosis of instrumentation issues such as Torque Wheels, Dump Valves, DC Tachs, etc.

  • Proper usage of rubbing and embedded TC's

  • Ensure work is performed in a safe manner using all available safety equipment

  • All other related duties as assigned

  • Possess mental faculties consistent with performing the minimum requirements of the job

  • Adhere and perform all duties aligned with the core values of the LINK Group organization, Can-Do Attitude, Courage, Commitment, Humility and Accountability

Qualifications:

  • Associate of Science in Engineering Technology or a related field preferred

  • High School Diploma or equivalent

  • Minimum of 3 years relevant work experience in automotive testing or equivalent related work experience

  • Completed coursework in digital electronics, circuit functions and basic electronics preferred

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

  • Understanding of basic and analog & temperate data preferred

  • Use and review RevData Plus

  • Use LINK data and Customer-based Excel formulas

  • Ability to understand priorities and meet deadlines

  • Ability to bring projects to completion in a timely and efficient manner

  • 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

  • Hands-on problem solving and continuous improvement

  • Ability to us a computer

Physical Requirements:

  • This position is located in a testing environment and will involve hands-on work. Physical activity will include lifting (up to 50 lbs.), bending, stooping, crouching, reaching, hand-eye coordination, and manual dexterity or standing for long periods of time.

  • Ability to speak verbally, and read in English

  • Ability to see with corrective lenses

  • Ability to hear

  • Ability to walk

  • Ability to travel up to 10% domestically

  • Must be willing to work overtime as required to facilitate testing needs and customer timelines

Hazards:

  • Normal hazards related to working in an office environment, manufacturing, and testing environment

  • Normal hazards related to road and air travel

LINK is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled. VEVRRA Federal Contractor.

LINK is an E-Verify employer. E-Verify is an internet-based system operated by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in partnership with the Social Security Administration (SSA) that allows participating employees to electronically verify the employment eligibility of their newly hired employees in the United States.

Accessibility for Applicants with Disabilities: If you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability please call 1-734-453-0800. Please provide your contact information and details about the posted position of interest. Only inquiries regarding assistance for those who need accommodation with the online application process due to a disability will be returned.

Note to all Agencies / Direct Placement: LINK has a team of dedicated recruiters who are responsible for all hiring needs. Our practice is to partner and work with our approved vendors only and on an as-needed basis. LINK has identified and finalized our list of preferred vendors and the review process has been closed. We do not accept resumes from recruiting agencies that are not a preferred vendor, have not been authorized or approved by Corporate Recruiting to partner on a position and have not signed LINK's vendor agreement. Any resumes submitted from unapproved vendors will be considered unsolicited, and LINK will not be obligated to pay a referral fee.


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