ITP Test Garage Engineer

Stellantis•Kokomo, IN

10h•Onsite

About The Position

Stellantis is currently seeking a Test Garage Technician to join the Quality team in Kokomo, Indiana at the Indiana Transmission Plant. The Test Garage Technician must have the ability to understand part functionality with proven experience to be able to identify the root cause of failures. The candidate must be high-energy, hands-on individual with experience in working cross-functionally and possess a broad knowledge of the entire automotive Engineering, Manufacturing, and Quality landscape. They will work with the Project Technician and Resident Engineers to develop and execute test plans and communicate their findings.

Requirements

Associate's degree in automotive technologies and 5 years automotive technician / mechanic experience OR a high school diploma / GED AND ASE certification in engine and transmission
Must have powertrain / drivetrain experience with disassembly and analyzing failed transmissions, electric motors, and related components
Good verbal, written, and record keeping skills required
Must have computer experience (Windows applications – Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, etc.)
Positive attitude, good teamwork and customer service skills
Experience using hand, bench, machine tools
Experience systematically tearing down assemblies looking for root cause
Ability to test electrical components such as relays, solenoids, switches, etc.
Must be able to work with other staff members in multiple groups within the organization to address component issues as required
Must be a team player and help in other components areas at a moment's notice
Ability to drive a walk-behind Hilo/stacker
Willing to work off-shift hours, holidays, and weekends if required
Candidates will be required to produce certification documents at the time of interview

Nice To Haves

ASE Certification or Master Mechanic preferred
Other automotive system knowledge outside of Powertrain / Drivetrain knowledge a plus

Responsibilities

Assemble and install, remove, disassemble and repair components and related parts.
Root cause analysis of car plant and warranty returns
Vehicle maintenance, modification, and repair
Support engineering and durability testing
Confirm and investigate Functional Audit findings
Maintain area and equipment cleanliness.
Provide training on transmission function to new engineering, management, or test garage personnel
May assist with special assignments as appropriate.
Maintain database of root cause analysis for warranty and car plant returns
Develop and maintain road test and functional audit work instructions
Assign risk levels to road test and functional audit findings
Program and maintain DataMyte torque inspection controllers