Fuel Cell Test Technician

at  General Motors

JOB DESCRIPTION

* This is a 1st Shift OR 2nd Shift and will be determined at a later time*
Onsite - Position requires an employee to be onsite on a full-time basis.

YOUR SKILLS & ABILITIES (REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS):

• Build, testing, or calibration experience
• Working knowledge of computer controlled hardware and instrumentation
• Working knowledge of temperature and pressure sensors, and mass flow control
• Self-reliant problem solver with demonstrated experience exceeding expectations in an electro mechanical work environment
• Ability to multitask in a highly flexible environment and adjust quickly to rapidly changing priorities
• Ability to communicate effectively with engineers and work in a team environment
• Experience reading and following mechanical and electrical assembly documents and schematics
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office applications

WHAT CAN GIVE YOU A COMPETITIVE EDGE (PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS):

• Experience with early development product assembly and product evolution processes
• Experience with continuous improvement and quality problem resolution processes
• Experience with product assembly documentation and drawing structures
• Electrical/mechanical troubleshooting acumen

THE ROLE:

Fuel Cell Test Technicians are responsible for supporting preproduction product development testing, test system calibration and hardware assembly/fabrication needs within General Motors Fuel Cell Product Development Team, fostering collaborative and innovative approaches required to ensure the highest level of safety and data quality in a dynamic test lab atmosphere. They should have a thorough understanding of fluid, electrical, mechanical, hydrodynamic, and fuel cell systems allows our team to diagnose and correct issues in a developing system, documenting operational changes to improve the new technology.
In this role you will handle basic project assignments with minimal supervision.

WHAT YOU’LL DO (RESPONSIBILITIES):

• Sets up, calibrate, or assemble equipment for Fuel Cell Systems which interface with high voltage safety systems
• Supporting hardware change requests fulfilling requirements ensuring safety and high data quality
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical, fluid, mechanical, and thermal systems fixing system abnormalities
• Support build modifications and maintenance to the fuel cell systems by providing feedback and continuous improvement
• Maintain area workplace organization standards and GM Global Manufacturing System elements
• Take part in continuous improvement activities and participate in the problem resolution process
• Participate in cross training initiatives for Lab Operations
• Constantly improving the workspace, administration, and operations environment
• Support weekend and off-shift support needs as required for continued operations