Job Title: Engineering Technician (Instrumentation)Job DescriptionThis position will work as a member of the Instrumentation and Imaging Group to support product validation of various products, including all legacy vehicles, new vehicles in development, charging products, energy storage solutions, and humanoid robots. This role is responsible for performing and overseeing all instrumentation and data acquisition of full system-level or sub-system tests performed in-house and on proving ground sites. Additionally, this technician will support vehicle preparation and tear-down and test execution as dictated by test priorities. The successful candidate for this position will have a experience in automotive testing.Responsibilities
Identify, source, and procure required data acquisition and sensors
Maintain sensor library, sensor repair, and coordinate calibration activities of all instrumentation
Oversee and/or perform installation of sensors and data acquisition equipment
Install data acquisition equipment, including sensors such as accelerometers, gyros, thermocouples, strain gauges, load cells, pressure transducers, torque sensors, displacement sensors, BUS monitors, GPS, etc.
Create daily work plans to achieve test plan goals on schedule
Design and create custom brackets and fixtures
Support testing activities and/or vehicle preparation and tear-down as required by workflow priority
Select appropriate sensing devices for use with data collection systems
Perform onsite support and testing while monitoring and validating data
Conduct data analysis and correlation
Essential Skills
Experience with data acquisition systems and instrumenting vehicles with accelerometers, pressure sensors, thermocouples, strain gauges, etc.
Experience with DTS, SOMAT, NI, and DEWESOFT data acquisition tools preferred
Formal electronics training (AC/DC circuits, formulas, and components) or equivalent work experience
Strain gauge selection, installation, and wiring for torque, load, bending, etc.
Ability to operate and maintain a wide variety of hand and power tools, shop tools, and shop equipment for the servicing of automobiles
Ability to operate and use diagnostic scan tools, scopes, meters, and other test equipment
Experience with MS Office tools (Outlook/Excel/Word/PowerPoint/Project), and Adobe products
Ability to follow oral and written instructions
Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work, including the public
Effectively handle multiple priorities, organize workload, and meet deadlines
Work in a team-based environment to achieve common goals
Maintain top-level professional integrity and appearance as a test technician
A minimum of 3 years of instrumentation and data acquisition experience or applicable degree/certification
Must have a valid driver’s license
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Flexibility to travel domestically and internationally (Up to 10%)
Work EnvironmentPrimarily in a lab, traveling less than 25% (locally).Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $32.00 - $38.00Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Fremont,CA.Application DeadlineThis position will be accepting applications until Feb 4, 2025.About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
Hiring diverse talent
Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
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