Mechanical Engineering Technician - OCU - Technical - 1st Shift

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* Job Summary:

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* Conducts performance and reliability testing on engines, components, systems, and controls.

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* Key Responsibilities:

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* Conducts performance and reliability testing on multiple and single cylinder engines, components, systems, and controls; performs diagnosis of engines,

components, systems, controls, and test cell problems and initiates appropriate resolutions.

Configures and operates data acquisition systems; analyzes and reviews data for appropriateness; writes computer programs to assist in analysis and data

interpretation; configures engine test programs; interprets results; makes necessary adjustments; documents, defines data collected, and maintains electronic

files.

Performs rig, engine and component builds, tear down, and inspections.

Grades and measures components.

Creates sketches for machining and fabricates necessary piping, tubing, and brackets from prints and drawings.

Installs engines and instrumentation of engines and components in test cells, test rigs.

Uses common tools such as Calterm, Asset, Cyflex, etc.

Designs, documents, and executes test plans; provides input during the creation of test plans; prepares test reports to include findings, conclusions and

recommendations.

Understands and applies appropriate company and department rules and guidelines to work.

Works with and trains apprentices and technicians.

Interfaces with customers, suppliers, engineers, and other functions.

Coordinates programs including planning, scheduling, ordering, and tracking.

Participates in the maintenance of quality procedures.

Leads and participate in improvement projects.

Develops and gives presentations to customers and suppliers.

Knows and complies with all safety policies and procedures.

Demonstrates confidentiality as required.

Participates in self- and team-audits and associated corrective action.

Performs other miscellaneous duties, as required, to get the job done.

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* Competencies:

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* Engineering Software Application - Supports Engineering Software according to instruction or need to enable Engineering users' efficiency.

Engineering Software Certification - Certifies Engineering Software according to instruction or need to enable Engineering users' efficiency.

Engineering Software/Hardware Evaluation - Evaluates Engineering Software/Hardware according to engineering users' needs to provide CBSIT with guidance for selecting the Engineering tools needed.

Builds networks - Effectively building formal and informal relationship networks inside and outside the organization.

Collaborates - Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.

Communicates effectively - Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.

Customer focus - Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions.

Instills trust - Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.

Interpersonal savvy - Relating openly and comfortably with diverse groups of people.

Values differences - Recognizing the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization.

** Education, Licenses,

Certifications:

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* High school diploma, GED or equivalent required with Department of Labor Certification OR

Associates degree from an accredited program in a related field and at least two years of relevant experience OR

Bachelors degree in a related field.

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* Experience:

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* Department of Labor Certification OR four year experience/education requirement accomplished through either Bachelors degree in related field OR associates

degree in related field and at least two years of relevant experience.

This role is for a Mechanical engineering technician position performing various tasks on a BEV in the Powertrain Integration (Vehicle Shop) Lab located at AEI, the rock.  983 S. Marr Rd. Columbus, IN.  The lab is in the process of being relocated to CMIC in Q1 of 2027 and will remain under the direction of Accelera Emobility.

Additional responsibilities include:

+ Programming and data processing abilities

+ Knowledge and awareness of HV systems and processes.  Or willing to be trained in this area

+ Ability and willingness to obtain a Commercial Driver's License (CDL)

+ Comfortable with executing assembly/disassembly of suspension components on busses, trucks, rigs, etc

+ Possess excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills.

+ Required to do all mandatory training to remain compliant in their roles (HSE, CLC courses, bottle training, LOTO, etc.)

+ Technician will be required to communicate with internal customers via email and collaboration applications (i.e. MS Teams).

+ Technician will be expected to obtain forklift license

+ Execute and participate in 5S activities

+ Technician will be expected to learn necessary fabrication skills and diagnostic skills.

+ Technician will be expected to review their time sheet every week, including T3.

+ Technician will be expected to purchase all…