Active Chassis Technician

About the role

At General Motors, our product teams are redefining mobility. Through a human-centered design process, we create vehicles and experiences that are designed not just to be seen, but to be felt.

We're turning today's impossible into tomorrow's standard - from breakthrough hardware and battery systems to intuitive design, intelligent software, and next-generation safety and entertainment features.

Every day, our products move millions of people as we aim to make driving safer, smarter, and more connected, shaping the future of transportation on a global scale.

The Role

The technician will be responsible for working within the Noise and Vibration / Chassis Dyno Lab to ensure 1st time quality and on-time delivery of test data for the various test areas. Support various engineering groups that are responsible for meeting federal requirements and GM internal requirements. You will demonstrate a high level of communication and interpersonal skills to effectively handle multiple projects with minimal supervision all while working with various organizations during the vehicle development process.

What You'll Do (Responsibilities)

• Plan, build, install, and teardown instrumentation for the various tests requested by engineering.
• Setup and troubleshooting of test automation systems and non-intrusive driving robots.
• Evaluate results; Produce quality test data in accordance with Vehicle Technical Specifications (VTS) and Federal Regulatory requirements, per documented GMW and NHTSA procedures.
• Investigate mechanical/electrical operational difficulties on products and/or components
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and computer/software problems with test equipment and properties.
• Schedule workload and test equipment usage and calibration
• Test vehicle installation, removal and monitoring
• Work with vehicle communication tools including INCA, V-spy, General CAN, NeoVi, etc.

Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)

• Associate degree in Automotive Technology or equivalent (ASE Master Mechanic with multiple years of dealership experience).
• 2-5 years of automotive electrical and/or mechanical hands-on experience.
• Knowledge of instrumentation installation, troubleshooting, and repair.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, electrical schematics, service information, and torque specifications.
• Experience building, routing, terminating, and troubleshooting prototype or vehicle wiring harnesses and power-distribution circuits.
• A valid driver's license.
• Excellent mechanical assembly and disassembly skills.
• Experience with hand and air tools.
• Data acquisition, review, and troubleshooting experience.
• Ability to operate vehicle movers, walkies, or fork trucks.
• Maintain good housekeeping and safe practices, including adherence to test-safety and stop-work procedures.
• Ensure confidentiality of all customer and prototype data.

What Will Give You a Competitive Edge

• Chassis Dynamometer testing / lab experience.
• Familiarity with test automation systems and data acquisition systems.
• Prior experience with prototype vehicle builds, chassis systems (steering, suspension, brake controls), or proving ground / test track environments.
• Experience with sensor calibration, vehicle communication interfaces, or embedded software flashing.
• Strong fabrication, wire-repair, crimping, soldering, and harness-protection practices.
• Ability to repeatedly perform activities involving bending, twisting, pulling and lifting of vehicle components up to 50 pounds, unassisted. Moving test equipment and portable tools (70-200#) around the shop as required. Perform overhead and under dash assembly/disassembly operations on every build. Stand for long periods of time while performing build tasks.

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• 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.

Benefits Overview

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