Location(s): FH

Job Schedule:  Full-time onsite

Sponsorship: No  

Strong Candidate(s) identified  : Zach Spadacini

Come Drive Innovation with Us. We are currently looking for a SAL Technician to join our team in Farmington Hills, MI.

A Day in the Life:     

The responsibilities listed are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties for this role. Additional tasks may be assigned, as needed, to support business objectives. 

• Remove and install prototype parts and complete other setup related items for a vehicle crash test.
• Install instrumentation, targets, mass, and other items required per test parameters. 
• Proficient in setting up a measurement coordinate system using a CMM to make accurate and repeatable measurements for pretest and posttest activities.
• Assisting engineers with troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and development of effective countermeasures for vehicle testing
• Collaborate with a team to successfully conduct a variety of static lab tests
• Maintain a clean professional work environment and compete other tasks as requested by lab supervisor

Who We’re Looking for:  

Required: 

• Associate's degree in an automotive-related discipline plus 4 years of test technician experience or equivalent required. Will consider 8 years test technician experience in lieu of an associate’s degree.
• Proficient in removing and installing systems/components in or on a vehicle. Also, experience installing accelerometers, string pots, contact switches, and other instrumentation in a vehicle.
• Proficiency using data collection equipment, video equipment, and diagnostic equipment
• Positive attitude and demonstration of positive mindset.  Willingness to learn new tasks such as vehicle post-test analysis, static lab support, ATD Calibration, and others is a requirement.
• Knowledge and experience in Dynamic Safety (Crash Testing) testing is desired.
• Internal candidates at the Technician 2, Technician 3, and Technician 4 level will be considered for lateral move

Nissan is committed to a drug-free workplace. All employment is contingent upon the successful completion of drug and background screenings in accordance with Nissan policies and in compliance with federal, state, and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act and the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. Nissan will consider qualified candidates with arrest or conviction records for employment in a manner consistent with these laws.

It is Nissan’s policy to provide Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of race, gender, military status, disability, or any other status protected by law. Candidates for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States and will be required to provide proof of employment eligibility at the time of hire; Nissan uses E-Verify to validate employment eligibility.

NISSAN FOR EVERYONE

People are our most valuable assets, and Nissan seeks to maximize the power of each individual member of our team. When everyone belongs, the power of NISSAN is undeniable. Nissan aims to improve business results through a workplace and business that meets the needs of our employees and customer base.

Nissan is committed to creating a culture where everyone belongs and employees, customers, and partners feel respected, valued, and heard. We have Business Synergy Teams (BSTs) across the Americas that are open to all employees and seek to connect employees through common interests and foster a company culture where all employees feel supported and included.

Nissan also values inclusion in our business as we respect and recognize the diversity of our customer base and the communities where we do business. We are committed to procuring innovative goods and services, retailing our products, and communicating from a position that will help us continue to offer our customers competitively designed, market-driven products.

Join us as we carry our commitment to our employees and customers into the future.