Lab Technician

Bosch St. Joseph Plant The Bosch plant in St. Joseph has manufactured automotive brake components for more than 60 years. The plant specializes in products such as Hydro-Boost® Booster, Hydro-Max® Booster & Master Cylinder, Driveline Park Brake and Medium Heavy Truck ZOHT Disc Brake. Our main customers are Ford, General Motors, FCA and DTNA Freightliner.

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Automotive Product Validation Lab Technician to join our dynamic team. The successful candidate will be responsible for the testing, validation, and quality assurance of advanced automotive systems, with a primary focus on brake actuation and medium & heavy-duty truck foundation brake products. This role is critical in ensuring that our products meet the highest standards of safety, performance, and reliability.

• Testing, Validation, and Prototypes:
  • Perform hands-on functional performance, misuse, environmental, durability and NVH validation testing in a lab environment.
  • Follow and execute test plans and procedures to validate product performance against design specifications and regulatory standards.
  • Set-up and operate test equipment, including data acquisition systems, sensors, and diagnostic tools.
  • Complete testing in a timely manner per an agreed upon schedule.
  • Build prototype samples to support new projects and validation testing.

• Troubleshooting, Analysis, And Continuous Improvement:
  • Proactively identify product and equipment abnormalities, report them to the team, and as necessary aid in the resolution of the issue.
  • Diagnose and troubleshoot hydraulic, mechanical, electrical, and software issues identified during testing. Follow through on issue resolution.
  • Analyze test data to identify trends, anomalies, and areas for improvement.
  • Document and report all test results, findings, discrepancies, and failures with clear and concise details.
  • Actively participate in continuous improvement related to the lab facilities, test equipment, and work processes.

• Quality And Compliance:
  • Ensure all testing and validation activities comply with internal quality standards and industry regulations.
  • Perform quality checks on components and assemblies to ensure that they meet specifications.

Education

• Minimum high school diploma or equivalent (GED).
• Associate's degree in Automotive Technology, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or a related field is preferred.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., ASE) are a strong plus.

Experience

• 2-4 years of hands-on experience in an automotive technician, testing, or validation role, or similar experience.
• Direct experience with brake actuation and/or medium & heavy-duty truck foundation brake systems is highly desirable.

Technical Skills

• Read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and technical documentation.
• Understanding of mechanical systems, hydraulic systems, and electronic control systems is highly desirable.
• Proficiency with diagnostic and data acquisition tools (Daisy Lab, LabVIEW, etc…) is desirable.
• Ability to read and interpret hydraulic and electrical schematics and mechanical drawings is a plus.
• Familiarity with Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) and Software-in-the-Loop (SIL) testing methodologies is a plus.
• Basic machine shop skills (lathe, mill, general fabrication).
• Proficient in using Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
• Familiarity with quality systems such as IATF
  16949 and ISO
  9001.

Soft Skills

• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to quality.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

BOSCH is a proud supporter of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics) Initiatives.

• FIRST Robotics (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology)
• AWIM (A World In Motion)

Indefinite U.S. work authorized individuals only. Future sponsorship for work authorization unavailable.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability / veterans

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