Technician - Prototype Harness
Talascend is currently seeking a Technician - Prototype Harness for a contract opportunity located in Newark, CA.
OVERVIEW:
We are seeking a technician to build low voltage harnesses for new programs. These harnesses will be critical for the development of the electrical system of the vehicle. You can expect to build harnesses from raw materials following documentation provided by engineers. The result will be delivery of finished goods, including quality inspection. You will set up the fixtures and assembly boards to build the harnesses and create processes with the goal of rapid and high quality harness production.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Work with engineers and technicians to build, repair, and rework automotive wire harnesses
- Adapt high volume wire harness production processes to a low volume lab setting
- Proactively identify areas of improvement through equipment procurement and automation
- Troubleshoot and resolve harness issues on vehicles and test bucks
- Organize and maintain the Low Voltage Harness lab space, equipment, and inventory
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
- High School Diploma or technical school certification
- Experience with wire harness manufacturing such as performing terminal crimps with hand tools
- Familiarity with high volume wire harness production processes
- Ability to read electrical schematics and 2D harness prints to build harnesses or perform reworks
- Electrical troubleshooting skills using common electrical test equipment such as digital voltmeter
- Excellent communication skills and team-oriented attitude
- Detail-oriented and comfortable with online collaboration and documentation
- Clean and organized working style
- Ability to deliver consistently high-quality results when working on repetitive tasks
- Experience with MS Office
- Minimum 2 years experience in an R&D or testing environment
- Candidates will take a skills test to validate these qualifications are met
We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those qualified individuals who closely meet the qualifications of the position will be contacted. The details of the position are only a summary, other duties may be assigned as necessary.
Drug Screen may be required.
We will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to Federal, State and Local law, including the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if Talascend is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Applicants with criminal histories are encouraged to apply. To find out more visit California Fair Chance Act.
Pay range is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. Talascend also offers a variety of benefits including: health and disability insurance, 401(k), EAP, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, plan requirements, schedule type, and client work site mandates.
Talascend is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.