Job description

Kett Engineering is accepting applications and screening candidates for a Contract Vehicle Technician for our client at their Plymouth, MI location.

The vehicle technician will prepare test vehicles for testing by vehicle engineering staff, including instrumentation, parts change, fabrication and setting vehicle to required specifications. Sets up various mechanical and electrical tests and tests equipment under engineering supervision, including interpretation of mechanical and electrical schematics. Performs diagnosis and repairs on test vehicles and durability vehicles. Maintains a safe and clean work environment.

This is a long term indefinite contract with the potential for direct hire.

The pay rate is $25 - $28 per hour.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conducts diagnosis and repair on the following: suspension systems, engine systems, brake system, transmission and clutch systems, steering systems, HVAC systems, tires and wheels.
• Implements engineering design changes under daily direction of engineering staff and/or supervisor. This includes interpretation of drawings, preparation of supplies, and fabrication and installation of non-standard parts. Assists in design process and fabrication of prototype materials used on various tests.Operates mechanical and electrical test equipment for collection of engineering data as directed. Equipment includes pressure, temperature, acceleration, and other analog transducers, analog and digital data acquisition devices. Processes test data and communicates results.
• Sets up various mechanical and electrical test equipment under minimal supervision, including interpretation of mechanical, electrical and schematic drawings, fabrication of various test fixtures.
• Prepares vehicles for testing and shipment. Including completion of check sheets for data collection, safety inspection, tools and spare parts.
• Participates in testing activities as an evaluator, driver and technician. Prepares test equipment and tools under direction. Assists engineering staff with evaluation in failure modal analysis process as required.
• Evaluates vehicle performance under different test conditions (e.g. hot, cold, high altitude). Performs field repair work and part changes as directed during testing.
• Organizes and maintains inventory of automotive and commercial vehicle parts, special tools and test equipment.
• Maintains a safe and clean work environment.
• Performs miscellaneous job related duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Minimum one year college level automotive courses or two-year degree in auto related field
• Minimum one year experience as an automotive technician (prefer one year technician experience in automotive R & D environment)
• 2 - 5 years of vehicle maintenance, repair and/or testing
• Vehicle testing and evaluation experience
• Automotive Service Excellence Certification preferred
• Must be available to participate in occasional travel/weekend work
• Must have a minimum of a Chauffeurs License with a clean MVR
• Ideal candidate will have own tools

KNOWLEDGE:

• Knowledge of basic principles to fabricate, machine, understand blueprints to create test fixtures and vehicle parts
• Understanding of data acquisition equipment, its installation, and operation
• Strong grasp of SUV and CV mechanics
• Knowledge of Commercial Vehicle Laws preferred

SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Some computer skills for data acquisition
• Strong mechanical and electrical skills
• Metal fabrication and welding skills
• Ability to use machine shop tools in fabrication of special parts

PHYSICAL STANDARDS:

• Requires frequent lifting of approximately 25-60 lbs. and heavy lifting (over 60 lbs.) on rare occasions.
• Requires frequent bending, reaching, crouching, kneeling, pushing/pulling, standing and walking are necessary in the performance of job duties.
• Must be able to work in hot and cold weather extremes. Exposure to dust, dirt, fumes and noise.

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: $25.00 - $28.00 per hour

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Plymouth, MI 48170: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Application Question(s):

• Do you have at least one year of college level automotive courses?
• Is your experience in an R & D environment?
• Do you have vehicle testing and evaluation experience?
• Are you ASE Certified?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• vehicle maintenance, repair and/or testing: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Chauffeur's License and Clean MVR (Required)

Work Location: One location

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