Perform wind tunnel vehicle staging, fixturing, instrumentation installation/validation, teardown, troubleshooting of mechanical/electrical systems, and collaborate to meet test schedules while maintaining safety and quality.
Description
Second Shift Onsite: This position requires an employee to be on-site on a full-time basis. This position is second shift with a start time approximately 2pm.
The Role
The Climatic Wind Tunnel Technician will perform a variety of technical tasks related to vehicle integration, test & validation, development, and instrumentation. In this role you will have the opportunity to work with prototype vehicles! The selected candidates will be expected to perform with a high level of technical expertise.
What You'll Do
Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)
What Will Give You A Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)
GM does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role. Do not apply for this role if you will need GM immigration sponsorship now or in the future. This includes direct company sponsorship, entry of GM as the immigration employer of record on a government form, and any work authorization requiring a written submission or other immigration support from the company (e.g., H1-B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, etc.)
This role is categorized as onsite. This means the selected candidate is expected to report to a specific location on a full-time basis.
The selected candidate will be required to travel <25% for this role.
This job is not eligible for relocation benefits. Any relocation costs would be the responsibility of the selected candidate.
This position requires the ability to legally operate a motor vehicle on a regular basis and successfully complete a Motor Vehicle Report review.
About GM
Our vision is a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions and Zero Congestion and we embrace the responsibility to lead the change that will make our world better, safer and more equitable for all.
Why Join Us
We believe we all must make a choice every day - individually and collectively - to drive meaningful change through our words, our deeds and our culture. Every day, we want every employee to feel they belong to one General Motors team.
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From day one, we're looking out for your well-being-at work and at home-so you can focus on realizing your ambitions. Learn how GM supports a rewarding career that rewards you personally by visiting Total Rewards resources.
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General Motors is committed to being a workplace that is not only free of unlawful discrimination, but one that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. We strongly believe that providing an inclusive workplace creates an environment in which our employees can thrive and develop better products for our customers.
All employment decisions are made on a non-discriminatory basis without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, citizenship status, religion, age, disability, pregnancy or maternity status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran or protected veteran, or any other similarly protected status in accordance with federal, state and local laws.
We encourage interested candidates to review the key responsibilities and qualifications for each role and apply for any positions that match their skills and capabilities. Applicants in the recruitment process may be required, where applicable, to successfully complete a role-related assessment(s) and/or a pre-employment screening prior to beginning employment. To learn more, visit How we Hire.
Accommodations
General Motors offers opportunities to all job seekers including individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, email us [email protected] or call us at 1-800-865-7580. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.
Second Shift Onsite: This position requires an employee to be on-site on a full-time basis. This position is second shift with a start time approximately 2pm.
The Role
The Climatic Wind Tunnel Technician will perform a variety of technical tasks related to vehicle integration, test & validation, development, and instrumentation. In this role you will have the opportunity to work with prototype vehicles! The selected candidates will be expected to perform with a high level of technical expertise.
What You'll Do
- Responsible for test property installation, fixturing, instrumentation installation and validation, teardown/removal of test equipment and vehicles for the various types of wind tunnel tests.
- Responsible for staging, movement, build, teardown, and validation of all wind tunnel vehicles.
- Complete assignments according to work requests, on-time, with high quality.
- Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical problems with test vehicles and instrumentation.
- Collaborate with others inside and outside the work group & work effectively in a team environment. Able to work in a diverse work environment.
- Ability to develop, produce and maintain departmental performance metrics.
- Maintains safety and good housekeeping standards, supporting Lean Process implementation
- Create and maintain an environment that enables all participants to contribute to their full potential; Consistently model GM Behaviors in everything they do
Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)
- Functional understanding of math and engineering principles; Ability to read engineering drawings & understand mechanical concepts
- Associates Degree in Applied Science or similar; or equivalent training & experience.
- Training in data acquisition equipment installation & operation
- Completion of recommended Corporate training programs
- Analytical ability to find solutions when problems are somewhat complex
- Working knowledge of Safety Processes and Procedures
- Working knowledge of Laboratory test equipment and procedures
- Results-oriented problem solver
- Outstanding interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with varying levels of the organization as needed.
What Will Give You A Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)
- Direct experience with Wind Tunnel Testing environment
- Knowledge of General Motors Global Manufacturing System (GMS)
GM does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role. Do not apply for this role if you will need GM immigration sponsorship now or in the future. This includes direct company sponsorship, entry of GM as the immigration employer of record on a government form, and any work authorization requiring a written submission or other immigration support from the company (e.g., H1-B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, etc.)
This role is categorized as onsite. This means the selected candidate is expected to report to a specific location on a full-time basis.
The selected candidate will be required to travel <25% for this role.
This job is not eligible for relocation benefits. Any relocation costs would be the responsibility of the selected candidate.
This position requires the ability to legally operate a motor vehicle on a regular basis and successfully complete a Motor Vehicle Report review.
About GM
Our vision is a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions and Zero Congestion and we embrace the responsibility to lead the change that will make our world better, safer and more equitable for all.
Why Join Us
We believe we all must make a choice every day - individually and collectively - to drive meaningful change through our words, our deeds and our culture. Every day, we want every employee to feel they belong to one General Motors team.
Total Rewards | Benefits Overview
From day one, we're looking out for your well-being-at work and at home-so you can focus on realizing your ambitions. Learn how GM supports a rewarding career that rewards you personally by visiting Total Rewards resources.
Non-Discrimination and Equal Employment Opportunities (U.S.)
General Motors is committed to being a workplace that is not only free of unlawful discrimination, but one that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. We strongly believe that providing an inclusive workplace creates an environment in which our employees can thrive and develop better products for our customers.
All employment decisions are made on a non-discriminatory basis without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, citizenship status, religion, age, disability, pregnancy or maternity status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran or protected veteran, or any other similarly protected status in accordance with federal, state and local laws.
We encourage interested candidates to review the key responsibilities and qualifications for each role and apply for any positions that match their skills and capabilities. Applicants in the recruitment process may be required, where applicable, to successfully complete a role-related assessment(s) and/or a pre-employment screening prior to beginning employment. To learn more, visit How we Hire.
Accommodations
General Motors offers opportunities to all job seekers including individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, email us [email protected] or call us at 1-800-865-7580. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.
Top Skills
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