VISE Technician

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About the role

As a VISE Technician, you will work with test engineers to support the company's product testing needs. You will become proficient in breadboard, Hardware in the Loop (HiL) lab vehicle fabrication and part installation, equipment/instrumentation connection, and proper functional verification of test set-ups. You will collaborate with test engineers to review test setups and investigate breadboard/HiL issues while supporting the VISE Lab and functional partners.

Responsibilities

• Execute VISE breadboard and HiL lab vehicle fabrication/assembly.
• Prepare and set up test articles in accordance with vehicle wiring schematics, wiring diagrams, or 2D layouts, adhering to established standards and procedures.
• Install instrumentation, control systems, and test solutions on test properties to support test requirements.
• Conduct wire harness overlays and repairs as needed.
• Troubleshoot breadboard or lab vehicle issues as needed.
• Update build status and key events in the ELMS Laboratory Management System.
• Assist other technicians in day-to-day execution and facility support functions.
• Manage and maintain lab equipment inventory, installation, and usage.
• Maintain and verify calibration and maintenance of test equipment and test systems.
• Adhere to all lab procedures; suggest process improvements when needed.
• Comply with all Environmental, Health & Safety, and ISO documented procedures.

Requirements

• Two-year associate's degree or experience in a technically related field.
• Understanding of vehicle powertrain, feature, and electrical system operation, with an emphasis on the proper operation of vehicle safety-related features (e.g., adaptive cruise, blind spot monitoring, etc.).
• Working knowledge of electrical test equipment and circuit fabrication (pinning and de-pinning automotive connectors).
• Strong understanding of electrical and electronics instrumentation, including thermocouples, load cells, and pressure transducers.
• Experience with automotive CAN communication tools (e.g., DET tool, CANalyzer, etc.).
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment, taking directions from multiple sources as needed.
• Basic MS Office skills in Word and Excel.
• Fabrication skills are a strong plus.
• Able to lift 50 lbs., work inside, crawl under, and maneuver around test vehicle setups.
• Ability to support off-shift and weekend work periodically to accommodate workload.

Benefits

• Immediate medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
• Flexible family care days, paid parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up child care, and more.
• Family-building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility treatments, and more.
• Vehicle discount program for employees and family members and management leases.
• Tuition assistance.
• Established and active employee resource groups.
• Paid time off for individual and team community service.
• A generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day.
• Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.

Pay

• Salary Grade 4: $56,400–$94,900
• Salary Grade 5: $65,100–$109,300
• Salary Grade 6: $74,300–$124,500
• Salary Grade 7: $86,600–$144,900

Final determination of salary grade will be based on the candidate's skills and experience, and base salary will be set within the applicable range according to job scope, responsibility, and competitive market value.