Mechanical Technician 1#26-01875

Newark, CA

Onsite Job Description Role Overview We are looking for a Drive Unit Test Technician to support development and testing activities for electric vehicle drive unit components. The ideal candidate has a can-do attitude, learns quickly, and works effectively in a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment. This position requires strong hands-on mechanical experience, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently with minimal guidance. Responsibilities

• Physically install and set up test articles on test beds.
• Execute standard and lower-risk non-standard tests.
• Flash basic software versions to test articles.
• Provide organized and detailed feedback to test requestors during testing.
• Regularly update test tickets with precise findings and notes to support test reports.
• Work directly with engineers across multiple cross-functional teams.
• Utilize basic data acquisition systems and related instrumentation.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot basic system, module, and component-level issues using a methodical approach, escalating internally as needed.
• Participate in root cause analysis and document findings.
• Conduct routine maintenance checks on test cells.
• Maintain consistent safety and organizational practices in the lab.
• Support continuous improvement of tests and test cells. Required Qualifications
• Minimum 2 years of automotive or related technician experience.
• At least 2 years of automotive experience involving shop tools and precision measurement equipment.
• At least 2 years of experience with CANbus, Ethernet, and Modbus.
• Hands-on experience with shop tools including torque wrenches, drivers, power tools, bore gauges, calipers, micrometers, and dial indicators.
• Demonstrated knowledge of electrical hazards and safety precautions related to high-voltage equipment and rotating machinery.
• Strong diagnostic and troubleshooting skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organization, documentation, and reporting skills.
• Microsoft Office and general computer software proficiency.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Ability to lift objects weighing up to 50 lbs. Preferred Qualifications
• Experience with dyno-specific testing interfaces.
• Experience with electric vehicle drive systems.
• Experience with electric vehicles and/or automotive products.
• Experience with Atlassian Jira.
• Experience with National Instruments hardware and related software.

Top 3 Hard Skills 1.

Automotive/mechanical technician experience:

Minimum 2 years, including hands-on testing and diagnostics.

2. Shop tools and precision measurement equipment: Minimum 2 years of automotive experience using tools such as torque wrenches, calipers, micrometers, bore gauges, and dial indicators.

3.

CANbus, Ethernet, and Modbus:

2+ years of experience with industrial communication interfaces. Interview Process

1st Interview with HM

• Final interview of up to 1 hour
• Finalists participate in a group interview