Test Technician

OBJECTIVE OF THE POSITION:

Supports Engineering by performing a variety of validation and diagnostics tests on transmissions and mechatronic subsystems, and reporting test out comings.

Log project work activities in the work order system

Drives Hilo and helps with warehouse organization.

Must be physically present in work area during specified working hours, unless instructed otherwise by supervisor.

Ability to learn, use and create new tools as needed

Works effectively with others as a member of a team to solve problems.

Successfully prioritizes own workload based on projects assigned, propose test schedules according to priorities and urgencies, works under minimum supervision.

Shows initiative by making improvements in own work area

Key contributor on engineering/warranty investigations, using experience and knowledge to perform ON/OFF and root cause analysis.

Uses MS Office, Sharepoint, Bauer, Slipspace programs and files (templates) to report and document his work. Can create basic engineering level files and reports to share findings and progression of issues.

Works with vehicle software like Vector Canape to communicate with the transmissions reporting electrical and hydraulic performance.

Perform development and validation tests according to specific test requests for advanced automatic transmissions and mechatronic subsystems

Prepare test equipment and instrument hardware for testing, supporting installation of new test equipment and test set ups.

Rigs transmission in and out the test benches reliably.

Responsible to create analysis reports towards supporting root cause analysis based on results from test data

Create and release work instructions in the system under engineering approval and supervision

Trains others and creates custom training plans
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Can operate reliably and efficiently U43 and Spin stand, performing basic and custom automated tests, following and understanding the safety protocols to operate test benches.

Analyze test data from Bauer and provide initial basic assessment of transmission condition, with a good understanding and correlation between failure modes and hardware related with the failure.

Complete understanding of all test data points evaluated, with ability to identify them clearly in test results and identify issues with test and propose data points improvements.

Responsible to follow key transmissions until they are repaired, tested, approved and shipped.

Leads and organizes a team of Tech’s on daily activities following main goal and objective defined by supervisor. Leads meetings with peers and assigns work to them.

• Work in a lab environment performing efficiently transmission teardowns, inspections, repairs and work orders per instructions and specifications, consistently delivering good results. Performs level 3 repairs (full transmission teardowns and assemblies)
• Perform component and subsystem measurements using tools like calipers, micrometers, high gages, dial indicators, etc.
• Support engineers with engineering investigation due to implementation of new concepts or because of field failures.
• Assist with delivery of transmissions to the customer (driver).
• Work on the assembly line or in Teardown/Wet Room as needed.
• Maintain the 5-S standards in the lab.
• Other duties assigned by supervisor.

REQUIRMENT PROFILE

Professional Background / Basic Qualification /

Work Experience:

Ability to routinely lift and maneuver in excess of 100 lbs with the support of lifts and hoists

Experience using MS Excel. MS Word, MS Outlook, Sharepoint, MS Access, Bauer, Slipspace

Has strong Mathematical skills and is able to understand all test results.

Analytical and abstract ability to understand how transmission work and therefore find issues when things are not as expected.

Ability to analyze and review test result and provide related insight.

Ability to obtain a hi-lo license.

Proficient with the usage of hand tools

Understands what is a REDEX ON/OFF activity

Ability to train others

Basic understanding of test cells configuration and solution for common issues.

ASE Certification or 2 year technical degree in mechanical, electrical or automotive required

Minimum 2 years of experience in TREMEC as Test technician I

Ability to effectively lead a team.

Technical Expertise:

• Experience and knowledge of drivetrain systems and related mechanical and electrical components
• Basic hydraulic and electronic knowledge desired.
• Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word, SharePoint, Outlook)
• Experience with NI Lab View preferred.
• Good working knowledge of measuring devices.