Job Description

　　An employer in Palo Alto, CA is looking for an Engineering Technician to join their Test Systems Engineering team to work side by side with engineers to support the development of world-class drive units and energy products. Projects can be open-ended and the individual must strive in a challenging environment. Must be a self-starter and able to figure out how to do things independently. The candidate will support engineers through all aspects of test setup, execution, monitoring, reporting, and data analysis. This technician will execute motor and drive unit testing on in-house dynamometers, support R&D engineering with custom test configurations, focus on continuous improvement and 5S practices. Troubleshoot and debug electromechanical test setups. Support hardware/software set-up and test execution with minimal guidance. Monitor test system utilization and support test system resource allocation. Collecting and interpreting data from a variety of data acquisition systems. Support Root Cause Analysis on equipment and test article failures. The ideal candidate will have a strong mechanical and electrical aptitude and have a passion for electric motors and sustainable energy, if this sounds like you, apply today!

　　Skills and Requirements

　　BS degree in ME/EE or equivalent technical field or work experience

　　Knowledge of automotive communication protocols CAN

　　3+ years demonstrated hands-on work experience in a related field/environment or amble project experience from education (with examples, ei) SAE formula)

　　Experience specific to data acquisition and/or troubleshooting equipment with multiple subsystems

　　Previous experience testing hardware (PCB, modules, batteries, etc)

　　Demonstrate mechanical aptitude -- the ability to take things apart and reassemble them without instructions.

　　Knowledge of basic electrical skills (DMM, basic harness building, soldering)

　　Basic programming exposure (Basic C/C++, Python), interest in scripting, test automation and data analysis

　　Demonstrate a strong desire to learn and use new software/hardware Knowledge of the automotive communication protocols LIN

　　Knowledge of dynamometers, electric motor/powertrain testing null

　　We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion,sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military oruniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, andordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com.