Electric Vehicle (EV) and Test Technician
About the Role
The Electric Vehicle (EV) and Test Technician will lead the operation of maintenance, diagnostics, repair, and instrumentation of Changan development vehicle hazardous voltage systems. This role will encompass both vehicle and test rig based activities.
Requirements
* At least 2 years technical experience of working on electric vehicles, especially with hazardous voltage drive and battery systems. This could be from work at a vehicle test site, automotive manufacturers, or vehicle service centres. Must be qualified to work on electrical systems which could include dealer service training or independent training provider or accredited course.
* NVQ Level 3 Motor Vehicle Maintenance or equivalent.
* Qualification to work on hazardous voltage electric vehicle systems.
* Experience as an EV/Electrical vehicle technician.
* Understanding of EV systems including e-machines; inverters; batteries; battery management systems; DCDC; vehicle charging.
* Knowledge of rig control and data acquisition systems (e.g., AVL PUMA, SCP CADET) is beneficial.
* Full valid driver’s license.
Duties & Responsibilities
* Instrumentation of powertrains and vehicles for test, development, and diagnostics.
* Support test rig based testing of component and powertrain systems.
* Carry out servicing, repairs, and vehicle upgrades.
* Fault finding on the vehicle powertrain and test cell equipment.
* Obtaining test data and initial analysis and interpretation of test results.
* Leading testing activities and working closely with project teams.
* Ownership of data output from tests.
* Day-to-day maintenance and improvement of test cells.
* Contribute to advanced testing projects including vehicle projects.
* Work within the restrictions of Electrical Permit to Work systems.
Other Features
* Primary location will be at Birmingham Business Park.
* Travel may be required depending on project requirements.
* Must be eligible to work in the UK.
Competitive salary package, negotiable depending on qualifications and experience.
If you are selected for an interview, our recruitment team will contact you directly. Unfortunately, due to the high volume of applications, we are unable to inform the candidates who are not shortlisted or provide specific feedback.
Seniority level
Associate
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Engineering and Research
Industries
Motor Vehicle Manufacturing
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