Electric Powertrain Technician

Applus IDIADA • Corona, CA

1d • $18 - $20

About The Position

Applus+ IDIADA is a global partner to the automotive industry, supporting its clients in their product development activities by providing design, engineering, testing and homologation services. As a TOP Employer certified company, we have a large team of more than 3000 professionals drawn from over 22 countries, as well as an international network of subsidiaries and branch offices in 25 countries which ensures that our clients get customized, added-value solutions. IDIADA offers you the opportunity to develop a career in one of the worldwide leading automotive engineering companies. At Applus IDIADA we are looking for talent to help us shaping the mobility of tomorrow with safer, more efficient, and sustainable vehicles. With presence in 22 countries, we offer job positions around the world and internal / transversal mobility within the company. The automotive sector is currently living a moment of deep technological change. At IDIADA, we focus on constant innovation to adapt our services’ portfolio to an ever-changing environment. Therefore, as part of our team, we expect you to be dynamic and eager to learn and grow with us. If you want an opportunity to challenge yourself and enhance your technical skills, to work in a thriving environment and to work alongside world-leading experts, then apply for one of our vacancies. IDIADA is looking for a highly motivated electric technician to work with plug-in hybrid and electric vehicles. The candidate will collaborate in a growing team with electric vehicle powertrain and charging technologies, combining knowledge of communication protocols, battery and general electric vehicle safety topics, as well as electrical cabling instrumentation. The position will cover also driving requirements, normal driving on public roads to discharge the battery of the electric vehicles, as well as recurrent driving to go testing at specific charging station locations. One of the main challenges of this sector is to develop and validate safe and reliable high power charging systems which enable that electric mobility becomes accessible and attractive for all types of electrified vehicles.

Requirements

• Strong analytical capacity of electronic and electrical circuits
• Practical knowledge of automotive high-voltage systems and electrical safety standards.
• Proficiency in electrical work, including cabling and instrumentation for high-voltage components.
• Familiarity with electrical safety protocols and best practices for workshop environments.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) Comfortable using Excel for data analysis and reporting tasks.
• Passion for electric vehicles, powertrain technologies, and advancing automotive mobility.
• Willingness for moderate travel activity
• Good Communication skills
• High school diploma or equivalent (GED) with a focus on technical or vocational training in electrical or automotive fields.
• Equivalent combination of education and hands-on experience in high-voltage systems or electric vehicle technology will also be considered.

Nice To Haves

• Relevant certifications (e.g., ASE, EVITP, or manufacturer-specific EV training) are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and conduct charging tests in workshops and field environments.
• Perform electrical work, including cabling for AC/DC chargers and high-voltage circuits.
• Install and maintain instrumentation for high-voltage components of the electric powertrain.
• Manage the organization and inventory of the workshop to ensure operational efficiency.
• Safely drive vehicles on public roads for charging test execution, adhering to all safety regulations.
• Analyze test results and prepare detailed reports for customers.
• Communicate effectively with customers and suppliers regarding charging equipment and test requirements.
• Collaborate closely with engineering teams to develop and implement technical solutions during vehicle testing and validation.
• Provide constructive feedback on test setups and propose improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees