Engineering Technician II- Thermal
Core
Conduct thermal research and development testing for Off-Road Vehicles (ORV), preparing and instrumenting vehicles for chassis dynamometer and field tests to optimize vehicle architecture and confirm program specifications.
Role type
hands-on engineering technician (thermal management)
Builds
prototype components, test fixtures, and validated vehicle performance data
Domain
automotive / powersports / thermal engineering
Required skills
mechanical aptitude, data acquisition systems operation, diagnostic tools usage, fabrication and welding, OSHA safety compliance, vehicle operation (ORVs, trucks, forklifts)
Preferred skills
mechanic or technician experience, two-year technical degree, powersports experience, data acquisition troubleshooting, competitive benchmarking
Technologies
thermocouples, anemometers, data acquisition systems, diagnostic tools, chassis dynamometers
Responsibilities
Prepare and instrument vehicles for thermal testing; Execute chassis dynamometer and field thermal tests; Analyze test results and provide accurate data/reports to engineers; Fabricate prototype components and test fixtures; Maintain test records and document methods/findings; Operate ORVs, trucks, and forklifts in extreme conditions.
Seniority
Mid-level technician (3+ years preferred)