Test Technician

Career - avl.com • Portland, OR

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Remotely located at an AVL customer site(s) – participates in the daily activities in the lab with the customer at a professional level, including; set up, operation and tear down of experimental engines and other drivetrain components in an engine dynamometer test cell or test environment. Installs instrumentation on engine and performs dynamometer tests. Supports other activities related to lab operations including calibration, maintenance, and housekeeping.

Requirements

• Associate degree or equivalent training.
• 5-7+ years of experience in the field or related area.
• Computer proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Read and follow schematics; equipment manuals; blueprints and drawings; and sample preparation and testing procedures.
• Application of mathematical functions such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and percentages.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent housekeeping and organization skills.
• Excellent troubleshooting skills.
• Detailed understanding of standard concepts, practices, procedures, and equipment associated with dynamometer lab testing. Able to draw on experience to improve practices and procedures.
• Extensive experience and proper judgment to plan and accomplish goals; able to lead and/or direct work of others
• Work without supervision and provides leadership to the team.
• Able to use and master AVL products used in the course of normal testing

Responsibilities

• Is a primary AVL advocate and customer liaison.
• Performs engine and test part installation and removal.
• Conducts and observes standardized tests following test parameters and, as required, obtains and records data or ensures data has been captured by an automated system.
• Troubleshoots problems encountered with test equipment or other items associated with conducting tests in field of specialization.
• Diagnoses and conducts routine maintenance and repair on equipment, engines, etc. following established schedules and procedures.
• Fabricates equipment and testing apparatus components following blueprints, engineering schematics, equipment manuals, handwritten or drawn notes.
• Uses PC to generate reports and to store and retrieve data.
• Engages in safe work practices and advises supervisor on improvements to test equipment fabrication, installation, and operation to ensure a safe laboratory operation.
• Maintains a clean, professional, and organized work environment and appearance.
• Communicates test status and results with internal and external customers.
• Able to perform Lead Technician duties on Regular basis.
• Ensures off shift operations are productive and customer needs are met.
• Trains lower lever Technicians
• Other tasks as assigned

Benefits

• AVL provides a competitive compensation and benefits package to all direct hires.
• Specific benefit details and offer packages will be communicated during the interview and/or offer stage.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees