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Onsite: This role is categorized as onsite. This means the successful candidate is expected to report onsite full time at the GM Global Technical Center - Estes Engineering Center.
As the Electrical Validation Bench Technician, you will be responsible for the following:
- Build and maintain new and existing HIL/Electrical system/Infotainment subsystem benches.
- Design and construct harnesses for test benches and test vehicles.
- Resolve issues related to bench wiring, hardware updates, and software/calibration flashing.
- Verify and validate that the benches are operational and configured without hardware or instrumentation issues.
- Respond to user requests to set up benches according to testing requirements.
- Coordinate with cross-functional teams (HIL AE, HIL Simulation, CIE, TIE & IT) and act as a liaison for unresolved issues.
- Maximize runtime on all assets and document work appropriately.
- Assist with key program events for subsystem/system level tests.
- Identify root causes of ECU and instrumentation issues.
- Update bench hardware and module software as required.
- Support the infrastructure for remote bench testing, including metrics and scheduling.
- Purchase lab materials as needed.
- Decommission obsolete and out-of-production benches, equipment, and spare parts as necessary.
- Coordinate shipping and receiving activities between suppliers, GM warehouse, docks, and GM test regions.
- Create shippers in the shipping system and ensure packaging meets regional shipment guidelines.
- Collaborate with dock personnel to arrange shipments and select carriers.
- Reconcile and update all order information.
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Requirements
- Minimum 2-year Associate Degree or experience in related field, OR Equivalent Military experience in relevant field will also be considered.
- 3 to 5 years of experience in wiring harness and panel assembly.
- Proficient in reading vehicle electrical schematics.
- Experience in supporting root cause analysis for both hardware and software.
- Knowledge of various automotive connectors, terminals, locks, and experience in crimping tools used by GM.
- Soldering skills at the board level, as well as for connectors and harnesses.
- Strong technical skills, including proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, etc.), SharePoint, and Outlook.
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to collaborate and communicate effectively across multiple functions and cultures.
- Strong communication skills, including effective collaboration and cross-cultural communication, are also essential.
Compensation: The compensation information is a good faith estimate only. It is based on what a successful applicant might be paid in accordance with applicable state laws. The compensation may not be representative for positions located outside of New York, Colorado, California, or Washington
- Compensation: The expected base compensation for this role is: $87,000 - $134,300. Actual base compensation within the identified range will vary based on factors relevant to the position.
- Bonus Potential: An incentive pay program offers payouts based on company performance, job level, and individual performance.
- Benefits: GM offers a variety of health and wellbeing benefit programs. Benefit options include medical, dental, vision, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Accounts, retirement savings plan, sickness and accident benefits, life insurance, paid vacation & holidays.
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