Technician 2-4 

LOCATION: Avon / Ohio (US-OH), United States | BRAND: Bendix | REQUISITION ID: 7406 | JOB GRADE: 11  

| ON-SITE/REMOTE: On-site 

 

Want to help shape tomorrow?  At Bendix we’ve been doing it for 90 years…setting the standard with advanced dynamic solutions that drive improved commercial vehicle performance and safety.  We’re part of the Knorr-Bremse Group, the global leader in braking technologies. As part of our team, you’ll collaborate with a world of talented and dedicated colleagues whose sense of purpose complements your own. You’ll find rewarding opportunities, diverse experiences, partnerships, and an unwavering commitment to ethics and integrity. Innovation is part of our DNA. Achievement drives our culture. Learn more today! www.bendix.com/careers

 

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Position Title:                          Technician 2-4 (rGSBC)

Reports To:                             Supervisor, Engineering

Date Last Revised:                 September 17, 2024

 

 

Position Summary:

 

This Technician position is to provide electronics test support; responsible for electronics testing, validation and trouble-shooting.  This position would provide general technician support for all electronic products; including but not limited to antilock brake systems, stability systems, driver assistance systems, and tire pressure monitoring systems.

 

The position requires a hands-on individual with mechanical/electrical skills and knowledge of instrumentation, electrical/electronic controls, pneumatics, and test methodology.  The individual must have good verbal and written communication skills and willing to work in a multi-disciplined team environment.  Occasional travel for field tests and retrofits and occasional in-house overtime will be required.

 

Essential Functions:

 

Must be enthusiastic, energetic, and exemplify strong professional ethics.  Must be, organized and a self-starter. Ability to communicate well with subordinates, colleagues, and management in presenting results of work performed. Support mechanical, electrical and climatic test activities with internal product engineers for existing and new Electronics’ products; reviewing Design Validation Plans (DVP’s), conducting tests & updating Test Requests (TR’s), and reviewing results with product engineers to draw conclusions. Support test activities with external test facilities; providing specifications and participating on-site as a test facilitator and witness. Support work related to development of engineering documents including; design specifications, DFMEAs and DVP&Rs. Actively participate in product groups’ critical design reviews for product development. Responsible for developing electronic test fixtures to support product validation. Become an expert in certain Electronics’ lab test protocols and test standards. Reading/creating circuit schematic drawings in support of HW product development. Trouble-shoot circuit boards with standard electronics tools; oscilloscope, multimeter, etc. Responsible for conducting root cause analysis of Electronics’ components; DV test parts and field returns. Assist and/or lead efforts to create customer test reports to document special investigations (root cause analysis, etc.).  Use data acquisition equipment to measure various parameters, temperature, pressure, force, humidity, etc. Responsible for lab safety / ergonomics / housekeeping.

 

Knowledge & Skills:

 

Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills and a positive/proactive work ethic. Possesses knowledge-base of common electronic lab tasks and requires limited guidance from engineering resources. Working knowledge of environmental test standards for the automotive industry. Experience with diagnostic software and automotive diagnostic interfaces are a plus. Experience with hand-soldering for surface-mount components on printed circuit boards is a plus. Experience with intermediate machining as required to build custom test fixtures is a plus. Capable of prioritizing time/resources/ goals and possess strong interpersonal skills to ensure success in a cross-functional, team environment. Ability to plan and organize technical projects. Strong problem-solving skills. Experience in statistical analysis such as Design of Experiment (DOE) methods a plus. Ability to assimilate data quickly.

 

Experience:

 

Technician 2:

Associate degree in engineering technology is desirable. An associate degree in engineering technology and three years’ experience, or a high school degree and five years of related technical experience without an Associate degree is required. Six Sigma Greenbelt certification is desirable.

 

Technician 3:

Associate degree in Engineering Technology is desirable. An Associate degree in Engineering Technology and seven years’ experience, or a high school degree and nine years of related technical experience without an Associate’s degree is required. Six Sigma Greenbelt certification is desirable.

 

Technician 4:

Associate degree in Engineering Technology with 12 years’ experience is required. Greenbelt certification is recommended.

 

Education:

 

Greenbelt certification is a plus.

 

Position Requirements: 

 

The demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

What does Bendix have to offer you? 
- Work/life balance that includes Paid Vacation & Holiday Paid Time Off 
- 401k Plan with Company matching 
- Retirement Savings Plan
- Educational Assistance Program (Tuition Reimbursement)
- Wellness Program and incentives
- Hybrid Work policy
- On-Site Fitness Center
- On-Site Cafeteria with Healthy menu options
- Health and Welfare Insurance Benefits that start on your 1st day of employment:

Company-Paid Benefits:
- Basic Life Insurance
- Basic Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
- Short Term Disability
- Business Travel Accident Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Voluntary Employee-Paid Benefits:
- Medical and Prescription insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Supplemental Life Insurance Plans
- Supplemental AD&D insurance for Employee and Family
- Long Term Disability
- Accident Plan
- Critical Illness Plan
- Hospital Indemnity Plan
- Legal
- Identity Theft and Fraud Protection 

Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.