Job description:
Scope: Reports to the Sr. Manager of Engineering. Scope of tasks reflect a low to moderate level of ability and experience in automotive mechanics, metal fabrication and electrical disciplines.
NOTE: MUST HAVE CLEAN DRIVING RECORD AND HAVE PROOF (WILL BE CHECKED) ANY APPLICANTS WITHOUT CLEAN RECORD WILL BE DISQUALIFIED
Essential Duties and Responsibilities may include:
Install and test automotive brake system components
Fabricate and repair welded metal fixtures and racks
Assemble and repair machine tooling fixtures
Fabricate, repair, maintain, calibrate, and troubleshoot automated product testers
Conduct testing, record data, and report results per engineer’s direction
Maintain and repair company vehicles.
Compile and place parts orders for R&D Shop purposes
Provide assistance to designated Engineering personnel
Work to complete tasks correctly and on-time. Actively communicate findings, issues, delays and progress to management
Follow safety practices, SOP (Standard Operating Procedures), conduct activities with a high degree of discipline, and operate machinery safely. Communicate unsafe situations/behaviors to supervisor.
Maintain currency in latest relevant technologies
Seek professional growth and advancement through continued education
Qualification Requirements:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the education, experience, knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Requirements:
High School diploma
2 yrs. automotive related experience
Metal fabrication and welding experience
Experience using Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel
Good troubleshooting/problem solving skills
Good written, oral, and interpersonal skills
Attention to detail and good organizational skills
Operating a vehicle is an essential part of this position, therefore, the individual must be at least 21 years of age with a valid California driver’s license, and they must maintain a good driving record and minimum required insurance limits to qualify for the position.
Preferred Qualifications:
Graduate from a Technical School and/or Junior College
Experience in electromechanical manufacturing and assembly
Working knowledge of mechanical and electrical print reading
Experience using Microsoft Teams and PowerPoint
Knowledge/understanding of pneumatics and hydraulics
Knowledge of PLC programming
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit or stand for several hours, use hands to handle or feel objects, tools or controls, walk, talk or hear, reach with hands and arms, and use a personal computer. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up the 50 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision (color vision helpful), peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
Wilwood Engineering is an equal-opportunity employer that is committed to providing all with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, marital status, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, protected veteran status, age, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws.