The Body Hardware Lab Technician is responsible for the design and fabrication of test fixtures to conduct vehicle body closures and structures testing including hood, side door, liftgate, swing gate. The Technician will conduct fatigue and ultimate testing, monitor tests at regular intervals and adjust tests parameters including, controller, pneumatic, hydraulic, mechanical fixturing. The Body Hardware Lab Technician will also be responsible for:
Build up and teardown of closures and structures tests.
Build front and rear cradle modules.
Wheel/tire assemblies.
Logging, reporting, and working with test engineers and customers at each phase of the test.
Support general operations of the test lab.
Basic Qualifications:
High school diploma, GED or equivalent
Minimum 2 years' experience in fabrication of fixtures
Knowledge of vehicle components and be able to remove and install parts associated with all vehicle closure, body and chassis assemblies
Experience data recording - test observations, shift news and email communication
Experience in MIG/TIG welding and in fabrication with the use of a milling machine, drill press, band saw, lathe, shear, hole punch, sheet metal brake and other machining equipment
Must own and be familiar with a variety of tools (hand, bench and machine)
Good communication skills with the ability to work in a team environment (unionized) and work autonomously based on provided instructions
Basic computer & troubleshooting skills
Must be able to work off-shifts and weekends
Preferred Qualifications:
Minimum 3 years' experience in fabrication of fixtures
Prior working knowledge of Accelerometers, String Pots and Load Cells
3 years of experience as mechanic or State Certifications in disciplines of Vehicle Body Closures, Brakes/Steering or Suspension Systems and Components
Able to read and understand CAD drawings and experience with PCs and Windows operating environments
Experience and familiarity with transducers and closed loop controls
Salaried Employee Benefits (US, Non-Represented)
Health & Wellbeing
Comprehensive coverages encompassing the Physical, Mental, Emotional, and overall Wellbeing of our employees, including short- and long-term disability.
Compensation, Savings, and Retirement
Annual Incentive Plan (SAIP), 401k with Employer Match & Contribution (max 8%), SoFi Student Loan Refinancing.
Time Away from Work
Paid time includes company holidays, vacation, and Float/Wellbeing Days.
Family Benefits
12 Weeks paid Parental Leave, Domestic Partner Benefits, Family Building Benefit, Marketplace, Life/Disability and other Insurances.
Professional Growth
Annual training, tuition reimbursement and discounts, Business Resource & Intra-professional Groups.
Company Car & More
Comprehensive Company Car Program and Vehicle Discounts. Vehicle discounts include family and friends.
Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled.
