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ID 91473

| CSS Lafayette Staff, United States ZF Active Safety and Electronics US LLC

Job Description

About the Team

This position will work as a member of ZF's Commercial Vehicle Solutions Laboratory in Lafayette, IN to support component and vehicle level testing. Specific products include Commercial Vehicle steering components (electric and hydraulic) gears, pumps and columns. The primary objective of this role is to work closely with the development engineers and lab technicians to support data acquisition instrumentation systems and testing requirements. The successful candidate for this position must have a broad background in automotive testing, proficiency in data acquisition software, software development, programmable logic controllers (PLCs) and data acquisition instrumentation systems. What you can look forward to as

Senior Test Technician:

Set up and configure data acquisition instrumentation for component and vehicle-level validation testing

Operate data acquisition systems and computers to control, monitor, and document lab tests

Instrument commercial vehicles for on-vehicle testing and system performance evaluations

Collect, analyze, document, and report test data to support development and quality activities

Troubleshoot electronic control systems, sensors, and data acquisition hardware/software

Collaborate closely with development engineers and lab technicians to meet testing objectives

Support multiple test types including validation, quality audits, warranty, and line-return analysis

Maintain safe, organized lab operations using 5S methodology and meet project timelines Your Profile as

Sr Test Technician:

Associate's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering with a minimum of 2 years experience in an automotive or commercial vehicle lab environment

Hands-on experience with electronic test equipment (DVMs, oscilloscopes, signal generators, sound level meters)

Ability to set up and troubleshoot DAQ systems measuring pressure, flow, torque, force, vibration, and acceleration

Proficiency in LabVIEW and/or C# for test automation, data acquisition, or software development

Strong electronic bench skills including soldering, cable fabrication, and hardware troubleshooting

Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and mechanical drawings

Experience troubleshooting control systems, PLCs, and DAQ hardware/software

Strong computer skills (MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and ability to work effectively in a team-based lab environment Why you should choose ZF in Lafayette? A supportive collaborative team environment

Annual Incentive Plan

Paid Vacation

401k Plan

Health Care Benefits

Paid Holidays

A strong diversity culture Be part of our ZF team as Senior Test Technician and apply now!

DIVERSITY COMMITMENT

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are more than just words for us. They are at the core of the ZF Way that propels our team members towards their utmost success. We strive to build and nurture a culture where inclusiveness is a natural reflex. We actively seek ways to remove barriers so that every member of ZF can rise to their full potential. We aim to embed this in our legacy through how we operate and build our products as we shape next generation mobility, safety, sustainability and social justice. With four generations across 118 nationalities in 41 countries, ZF combines a unique variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and ideas. Together, we solve problems, drive innovation and shape next generation mobility. Our company is committed to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity and to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment with us and are in need of accommodation or special assistance to navigate our website or to complete your application, please contact us. Requests for reasonable accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. ZF is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law. Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer M/F/Disability/Veteran