Powertrain Test Technician
Harbinger · Garden Grove, CA · 4 days ago
Quality Assurance$30–$40/hrFull-time
Key Responsibilities
- Execute mechanical and electrical setup of powertrain components on dynamometers and test rigs for performance and durability testing.
- Assemble and disassemble a variety of Powertrain systems, subsystems, and components for testing including electric motors and drive units.
- Instrument test hardware with various sensors, including thermocouples, pressure transducers, accelerometers, and flow meters.
- Fabricate custom test fixtures, cooling loops, and specialized high-voltage and low-voltage wiring harnesses.
- Troubleshoot and resolve complex mechanical and electrical issues in real-time to maintain testing uptime.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and strictly compliant high-voltage safe working environment in the testing lab.
- Collaborate closely with test and design engineers to document test anomalies, teardown findings, and hardware iterations.
Required Skills & Experience
- 3+ years of hands-on experience in automotive, aerospace, or heavy-duty powertrain testing and assembly.
- Proficiency in using standard shop tools, torque wrenches, multi-meters, oscilloscopes, and basic fabrication equipment.
- Strong understanding of mechanical systems and high-voltage electrical safety protocols (up to 800V+).
- Excellent troubleshooting, communication, and organizational skills, with a high attention to detail in technical documentation.
- High School Diploma or equivalent practical experience; technical school certificate or Associate's degree in a related technical field is highly valued.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working with dynamometer test cells and data acquisition systems, including test rig operation and troubleshooting.
- Proven ability of building custom wiring harnesses, instrumenting stators with thermocouples, and fabricating custom mounting hardware.
- Familiarity with Jira software for project management and issue tracking.
- Advanced degree or certification, such as ASE certifications, High-Voltage Safety Training, or Machining/Welding certifications.
Pay Rate
$30 - 40/hr