Test Technician
Since 1934, Stabilus has offered components for diverse applications. We started out as a manufacturer of retrofittable stabilizers for the American automotive industry in 1962 and were the first company in the world to produce gas springs as standard equipment. Since then, we have continued to establish our pioneering role: With a wide range of applications, our unique product range and decades of experience, we are the world's leading manufacturer of solutions based on gas springs, dampers and electromechanical drives.
Job Summary:
This position will be located in Sterling Heights, MI and provides both electrical and mechanical services in support of product and application development.
Essential Job Functions:
· Execute product and application tests according to Stabilus or customer procedures
· Construct advanced level testing systems
· Set up and execute environmental durability testing using CAN tools
· Operate diagnostic equipment
· Design assemblies or systems to meet operational specifications or tolerances
· Train others to install, use or maintain testing systems.
Education, Training, Certifications:
· Two-year technical degree or equivalent work experience required.
Experience:
· One year experience in a mechanical or electronics related field or at least five years’ experience in a mechanical or electronics related field.
Job Knowledge and Skills:
· Familiar with Vehicle Spy and Vector CAN tools
· MIG/TIG welding
· Fabrication and basic machining
· Connector/Breadboard soldering
· Arduino programming
· Environmental chamber programming
· Wire harness fabrication
· Use of electrical diagnostic equipment including oscilloscope, DMM, etc...
· PC Operation including MS Office and diverse testing software
· Programming of laboratory systems such as Lab View, Daisy Lab Software or PLC’s
· Design and implementation of mechanical actuators including pneumatics, hydraulics, gear-drives, springs, etc...
· Troubleshoot analog and digital control systems utilizing, microprocessors, relays, DC motors, feedback sensors
· Integration of measurement sensors including Hall effect, accelerometers, strain gauges, force transducers, optical encoders, LVDT, current sensors, etc...
· Maintains good housekeeping and safety practices
· Read and interpret engineering drawings and electrical schematics
· Sound theoretical understanding of fundamental mechanical and electrical principles
· Interpersonal skills to work effectively with others
Working Condition:
· Testing at extreme conditions requires exposure to -30oC and 80oC for limited periods of time
· Test Technician must be capable of managing mobile equipment, each piece weighing up to 50 lbs.
· Daily travel required to local customers, possible out of state travel
· Test Technician must be capable of removing and replacing gas springs in vehicle applications
Accountability:
· Accountability: Works individually and as a team member with sales, engineering and other departments to reach company objectives
· Impact of Errors: Will lead to delays in design release and problem resolution, and in severe cases, drive poor design decisions
· Confidential Data: All test data is required to remain confidential according to Customer Agreements and Stabilus policy
Other Duties:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
