Automotive Test Cell Operator

UTAC

Hayward, CA

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Aerospace and Defense, Agriculture, Automotive Industry, Communication Skills, Compensation and Benefits, Customer Support/Service, Customer/Client Research, Dental Insurance, Detail Oriented, Driver's License, Electrical Wiring, Electricity, English Language, Euro, Flow Meter, Functional Testing, Health Insurance, Interpersonal Skills, Kronos Products, Material Moving, Microsoft Office, Multitasking, Organizational Skills, Petrochemicals, Physical Demands, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Propulsion, Recruiting/Staffing Agency, Regulations, Remote Team Management, Safety Process, Software Development, Technical Leadership, Test Automation, Test Equipment, Test Lab, Test Plan/Schedule, Test Scripts, Testing, Time Management, Validation Testing, Willing to Travel, Writing Skills

LOCATION

Hayward, CA

POSTED

1 day ago

Company Description

UTAC is a market-leading international group in digital & sustainable mobility, customisable testing solutions, vehicle engineering, homologation, regulatory advice & expertise, certification, training, corporate events and classic & sportscars festivals.

The Group provides services and test solutions to customers in the various sectors: mobility, transport, tyre, petrochemical, agriculture and defence industries. UTAC operates test centres and laboratories in France (including the official Euro NCAP facility), the UK, USA, Finland and Morocco; it has subsidiaries in China, Japan, South Korea, Italy & Romania. UTAC employs around 1300 people across its various locations.

As a group we share a strong and clear vision to deliver safe and efficient solutions and systems to our customers. We are proud and confident in our heritage, our capabilities and our people and believe that by creating a culture where individuals feel they can make a difference and enjoy coming to work, we can deliver the best possible service to our customers.

Our core values of Expertise, Innovation and Integrity provide a clear daily guide to how we work together safely, as one team, helping each other to succeed.

Job Description

The Automotive Test Cell Operator is responsible for operating and supporting dynamometer test cells for propulsion and driveline systems. This includes working with dynamometer control software to integrate customer test requests, performing test equipment calibrations, and executing troubleshooting efforts on test cell equipment. This role requires the ability to successfully manage tasks and assignments in multiple areas. Initiative and ownership of responsibilities are critical to the success of this individual.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Operating and supporting dynamometer testing in-house developed dynamometer control software; this includes configuring channel setups and writing automated test scripts among many other items
Translating documents and conversations from customers to fully functional dynamometer test
Troubleshooting of testing systems and customer product issues
Collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to create concepts and deliverables used to efficiently complete customer test requests and internal projects
Setting up small scale testing equipment including analog sensors, electrical instruments, cooling systems, and other customer driven requirements
Electrical wiring of internal and external sensors to our data acquisition system and our industrial drive systems
Calibrating testing equipment such as torque meters, pressure sensors, and flow meters
Test cell operators will not be responsible for any opinions or interpretations of our customer data
Assists in supporting the UTAC culture and values (Integrity, Expertise, and Innovation)
Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Education and Skill Requirements:

3+ years of relevant work experience in the automotive industry required
Fluency in the English language is required
Strong problem solving, strategic thinking and analytical skills required
Consistently exhibit appropriate attendance habits, working the hours necessary to perform the job
Demonstrated interpersonal skills and be able to communicate effectively with all levels of employees, customers, and suppliers
Proficient with all Microsoft Office applications and the ability to become proficient in any systems that we use (Concur, Kronos, etc.)
Organize and maintain efficiency of personal work area
Working knowledge of the automotive industry preferred
Experience in the vehicle testing and validation industry preferred
Excellent written and verbal communication skills required
Strong time management, multi-tasking, and organizational skills
Able to function as part of a team, with members of varying job levels, and work cooperatively toward team goals
Valid driver's license and reliable vehicle for traveling between multiple work sites as needed
Valid passport and willingness to travel domestically and internationally as needed
Required on-site work: this role is not eligible to participate in the remote work policy
Give and accept instructions and tasks in a positive manner, treating all co-workers with dignity and respect
Consistently adhere to, and support all UTAC policies, procedures, and safety regulations
Strong attention to detail required
Exceptional work ethic and positive attitude required
Self-starter, who can multi-task and possess strong communication skills

Physical Requirements:

Exposure to industry accepted chemicals and noise
Regularly required to stand, reach, bend and move about the facility
Able to lift and/or move materials as needed in the performance of assigned duties
Requirements include, but are not limited to stand, walk, sit, twist, bend, lift, see, speak, hear
May require occasional travel (locally, nationally, internationally)

Additional Information

For you, as a potential UTAC team member, we believe that the international and diverse nature of our business combined with the passion, energy and friendliness of our people create a great place to work. UTAC is proud to be an equal opportunities employer, valuing inclusion and supporting our people to be themselves and at their very best.

By joining us you will gain access to a broad range of learning relevant to your role and personal development, as well as exposure to leading technologies and expertise.

Our reward and benefit programs are designed to support our people with competitive and locally tailored packages combined with support for individual health and wellbeing both inside and outside of work.

In the US this includes ;

Medical Insurance, dental
401k
Recognition awards linked to our UTAC values of Expertise, Innovation and Integrity.

Learn more about UTAC and what and how we do what we do at www.utac.com

Candidates for positions at UTAC must be able to provide proof of identity and eligibility to work in the country the role is based in. Immigration visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Note to Recruitment Agencies :

UTAC do not accept speculative applications from agencies for our open positions and any submissions made will not be accepted and no fees will be accepted or paid in respect of speculative CVs received.

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