What are the responsibilities and job description for the Vehicle Test Technician, I position at Link Engineering Company?
Vehicle Test Technician, I - 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 the Automotive, Aviation, Off-Highway, Rail, and Civil Engineering industries. We are headquartered in Plymouth, Michigan, outside of Detroit, 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 OEMs and suppliers everywhere.
As the Vehicle Test Technician, I will use their skills to set up, conduct, and assist in the analysis of a vehicle test to ensure data meets design specifications established by Customers.
Main Responsibilities:
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.
Discover your potential. Pursue your passion.
Link Engineering Company (LINK) is a premier designer and manufacturer of precision test equipment, we specialize in developing customized solutions for the Automotive, Aviation, Off-Highway, Rail, and Civil Engineering industries. We are headquartered in Plymouth, Michigan, outside of Detroit, 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 OEMs and suppliers everywhere.
As the Vehicle Test Technician, I will use their skills to set up, conduct, and assist in the analysis of a vehicle test to ensure data meets design specifications established by Customers.
Main Responsibilities:
- Knowledge of basics of Passenger Car, Light Truck and 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.
- Assist with test activities and question specifications for new tests.
- 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.
- Automotive trade school or ASE certified preferred.
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Minimum of 2 years relevant work experience in automotive testing or related work experience.
- Completed coursework in digital electronics, circuit functions and basic electronics preferred.
- Understanding of basic and analog & temperature data preferred.
- 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.
- Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Basic Microsoft Office skills.
- Ability to walk.
- Ability to speak verbally and read in English.
- Ability to see with corrective lenses.
- Ability to hear.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to bend, stoop, crouch, reach, hand-eye coordination, and manual dexterity.
- Ability to use a computer.
- Able to work overtime, nights and/or weekends as required.
- Ability to travel up to 10% domestically.
- Normal hazards related to working in an office environment.
- Normal hazards related to working in a manufacturing and testing environment.
- Normal hazards related to road and air travel.
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.