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Location:

8162 S Priest Dr, Tempe, Arizona 85284 United States of America

This role will focus on executing test plans, setting up and operating test equipment, collecting and analyzing data, and ensuring product performance aligns with technical specifications and quality standards. The ideal candidate will possess a strong technical background, hands-on experience with instrumentation, and a commitment to accuracy and continuous improvement. Perform structured test drives to evaluate performance, durability, and safety characteristics of prototype and production vehicles.

Must be capable of interpreting drawings and blueprints to accomplish a specific task. Must have exceptional written and oral communication skills and be able to interact with a variety of people. Computer skills (intermediate knowledge of MS Office programs such as Word, Excel) are required.

Duties

+ Set up and perform mechanical, electrical, thermal, or environmental tests on prototypes and production components.

+ Assist engineers in the development and validation of test plans and procedures.

+ Conduct vehicle tests on public roads, test tracks, and proving grounds under various conditions and load scenarios

+ Execute pre-defined engineering test procedures for ride quality, noise, vibration, handling, braking, acceleration, and durability.

+ Provide detailed, objective, and subjective feedback on vehicle performance and handling.

+ Record and document findings legibly and precisely

+ Interpret and analyze test requests to prepare test procedures for testing.

+ Record and analyze requested test data from test results.

+ Utilize test equipment to produce, regulate, and record effects/results of actual or simulated conditions such as stress, vibration, pressure, accelerations, salt exposure, humidity, temperature, QUV, material hardness, abrasion, etc. for QC testing/inspection.

+ Measure physical properties of test specimens following a prescribed series of operations on various types of test machines.

+ Reasonable and predictable attendance is required

+ Complete work to meet test/inspection schedules.

Experience

+ Proficiency with test and measurement tools and basic troubleshooting techniques.

+ Familiarity with data logging, sensor calibration, and instrumentation setup.

+ Strong mechanical and/or electrical aptitude.

+ Experience with vehicle instrumentation and telemetry systems

+ Experience in an OEM, Tier 1, or R&D environment.

+ CDL or specialized driver certification (e.g., high-performance driving school) is a plus.

+ Proficient use of calipers, gauges, micrometers, dial indicators, optical comparator, multi meter, and other mechanical, electrical, and electronic test gear for performing fine measurements and test functions.

+ Write test outlines and test reports on inspection and test data.

+ Knowledge of basic math and computer skills for measuring, calibrating, and calculating specifications for quality control testing.

+ Must be able to use specialized tools (hand & power) and operate sophisticated electronic instrumentation for in-house lab tests.

+ Must be proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word.

Education

+ Associate degree or technical diploma in Engineering Technology, Electronics, Mechatronics, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

U-Haul Holding Company, and its family of companies including U-Haul International, Inc. (“U-Haul”), continually strives to create a culture of health and wellness. Consistent with applicable state law, U-Haul will not hire or re-hire individuals who use nicotine products. The states in which U-Haul will decline to hire nicotine users are: Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Iowa, Kansas, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Nebraska, Pennsylvania, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, and Washington. U-Haul has observed this hiring practice since February 1, 2020 as part of our commitment to a healthy work environment for our team.

U-Haul is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants for employment will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, provincial, state or local law. Individual accommodations are available on requests for applicants taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Information obtained during this process will only be shared on a need to know basis.