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OPmobility · 5 days ago

BU ENGINEERING & DEVELOPMENT LABORATORY TECHNICIAN

Troy, MI

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

5+ years exp

OPmobility is a world-leading provider of innovative solutions for a unique, safer and more sustainable mobility experience. The Lab & Facilities Technician is responsible for managing the physical aspects of the testing facility, including maintenance of testing equipment and ensuring the infrastructure supports testing needs.

AutomotiveManufacturingSustainability

Responsibilities

Maintain the laboratory building and systems which are integral to the completion of C-Power validation testing

Coordinates the definition and installation of new test equipment: including preparing specifications and CAPEX justification, monitoring the construction and final technical reception requirements for the NAO Development Lab

Maintains facility and testing equipment for the NAO Development Lab, coordinate all test equipment repairs and preventative maintenance down time with the testing department. Manages facility maintenance to ensure PM and facility tasks are completed routinely

Actively participate in continuous improvement and corrective action activities

Collaborate, supervise, and manage outside vendors as required

Responsible for assigned budgets and for performing analysis of spending to ensure budget is maintained and cost reductions, where possible, are identified and implemented

Be the main Health, Safety and Environment Lead at the laboratory

Coordinating environmental activities, including hazardous waste disposal, filing of annual EPA reports as needed

Oversees compliance to DOT regulations

Participate in the NAO Safety Committee

Ensure compliance to lock out/tag out procedures

Assisting Management and others as applicable and/or who perform LOTO work, to interpret the standards and regulations as they apply to the work being performed

Assisting in the coordination of appropriate training for Authorized Lockout/Tagout Employees and providing training for the assigned Lockout/Tagout Champions

Performing annual review of lockout/tagout program/procedures for specific compliance issues and/or updates as needed

Must comply with all safety rules and regulations

Complete and coordinate training for the team as required, including lift truck, STOP5, 6 non-negotiables, OSHA classes and others as applicable

Complete inspections of work areas, equipment and facility as required (daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly & yearly)

Designing, specifying, and building test controls and test equipment to validate products and improve processes at the North America Laboratory

Develop new equipment specifications to meet testing and experiment requirements

Develop programming tools using Labview software

Write request for quote documents to purchase new test equipment or software

Evaluates, recommends and implements test equipment for validation testing and instruct others in its use, staying informed of new test technology and equipment

Reads, analyzes and interprets technical procedures and government regulations. Works with technicians and engineers to analyze test failures and discover the root cause of the failure

Communicate plans, procedures and results clearly. Writes detailed test reports and manuals

Manage shipping/receiving area for the laboratory

Load/unload packages from trucks

Obtain Hazmat and RECA certification for hazardous waste transportation

Within his/her scope of responsibility, he/she respects the standards and rules in terms of Quality, Safety and Environment contributing to the IMS process management and improvement

Qualification

Facilities maintenanceTesting equipment managementLabview programmingTS16949 knowledgeISO 17025 knowledgeMechanical repair knowledgeMicrosoft OfficeBlueprint readingData analysisProfessional communicationTeam collaboration

Required

Minimum of an equivalent of a 2-year degree program in facilities maintenance or engineering

Good working Knowledge of TS16949 & ISO 17025 procedures

Computer proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Outlook, MS Project)

Ability to read and understand measurements and scales

Ability to read blueprints

Hands on repair knowledge of mechanical and electrical equipment

Knowledge of both English and Metric measuring systems

Ability to navigate Internet and Intranet software packages

Must be flexible, dependable and creative

Ability to work independently and in a team environment

Ability to offer insight into testing results and to communicate them to the program team in an effort to improve product design and function

Professional verbal and written communication skills (English required)

Ability to collect, maintain and analyze data

Must be able to manage time independently and determine priorities with only minor involvement from Validation Engineers, Warranty Engineers and Lab Manager

Build strong relationships and delivering customer centric solutions

Good mechanical ability

Build partnerships and work collaboratively with others

Drive Engagement through a climate where people are motivated