Repair Technician, NVH

NVH Repair Technician

Position Summary

The NVH Repair Technician is responsible for diagnosing, analyzing, and repairing vehicle concerns related to Noise, Vibration, and Harshness (NVH), including squeaks, rattles, wind noise, water leaks, and electrical concerns. This role requires strong automotive diagnostic and repair experience, exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to identify and resolve difficult-to-duplicate vehicle issues. All work must be completed in accordance with approved repair procedures, safety requirements, and customer quality standards.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Inspect vehicles for reported squeaks, rattles, vibrations, wind noise, water leaks, and electrical concerns.
• Perform stationary and road test evaluations, when authorized, to verify and reproduce vehicle concerns.
• Diagnose and identify the root cause of NVH, electrical, and water intrusion issues.
• Repair squeaks and rattles involving:
• Interior trim
• Instrument panels
• Seats
• Doors
• Center consoles
• Headliners
• Body panels
• Fasteners, clips, seals, and related components
• Perform approved corrective actions including adjustments, tightening, resealing, insulation, padding, and component replacement.
• Conduct water-leak testing using approved procedures and equipment.
• Inspect weatherstripping, seals, body seams, glass areas, doors, liftgates, and other potential water-entry points.
• Remove and reinstall interior and exterior vehicle components as necessary to access and repair affected areas.
• Verify completed repairs through functional testing, water testing, and NVH evaluations.
• Ensure repairs do not create additional damage, cosmetic defects, warning lights, or secondary vehicle concerns.
• Protect vehicle interiors, painted surfaces, glass, and customer property throughout the repair process.
• Accurately document inspection findings, root causes, repairs performed, materials used, and final verification results.
• Communicate recurring defects, quality concerns, and repair limitations to leadership and quality teams.
• Maintain tools, equipment, materials, and assigned work areas in a clean and organized condition.
• Follow all customer-specific procedures, repair instructions, quality requirements, and safety policies.
• Perform other related automotive repair and quality duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in automotive diagnostics, repair, trim, body repair, manufacturing, or dealership technician roles preferred.
• Experience diagnosing and repairing automotive squeaks, rattles, wind noise, and water leaks strongly preferred.
• Ability to remove and reinstall vehicle trim and components without causing damage.
• Working knowledge of:
• Automotive fasteners and clips
• Weatherstripping and seals
• Adhesives and insulation materials
• Sound-deadening materials
• Ability to safely use hand tools, power tools, diagnostic equipment, water-testing equipment, and repair materials.
• Ability to read and follow work instructions, repair procedures, diagrams, quality standards, and technical documentation.
• Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and root cause analysis skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to accurately document findings and communicate effectively with supervisors, engineers, and customer representatives.
• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record if vehicle operation or road testing is required.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced automotive environment.
• Flexibility to work overtime and schedule adjustments as required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in an automotive OEM, assembly plant, dealership, prototype facility, or vehicle quality environment.
• Experience repairing luxury and/or electric vehicles.
• Familiarity with NVH diagnostic techniques and water-leak detection methods.
• Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification or equivalent technical training.
• Experience using electronic inspection, repair order, or quality reporting systems.
• Knowledge of electric vehicle systems and high-voltage safety requirements.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and work in confined vehicle spaces for extended periods.
• Ability to enter and exit vehicles repeatedly throughout the workday.
• Ability to lift and carry tools, parts, and materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to perform repetitive hand movements and safely operate hand and power tools.
• Ability to visually inspect vehicle surfaces, components, seals, and interior areas under varying lighting conditions.
• Ability to work in an automotive manufacturing, repair, or inspection environment with exposure to noise, moving equipment, and changing temperatures.

Performance Expectations

The successful candidate will:

• Accurately reproduce and diagnose reported vehicle concerns.
• Complete repairs correctly and efficiently on the first attempt.
• Prevent damage to vehicles during inspection and repair activities.
• Maintain complete, accurate, and timely repair documentation.
• Adhere to all safety, quality, confidentiality, and customer requirements.
• Demonstrate professionalism, accountability, and a commitment to continuous improvement.