R&D TECHNICIAN – EXHAUST DEVELOPMENT

Job Description

Position Summary: The Exhaust Development team is currently looking for experienced automotive R&D Technicians! Reporting to project leaders, this position performs vehicle maintenance and repair, fitment testing, fabrication/MIG welding, installs and documentation in support of product development from initial concept through production, as assigned.

Essential Functions (other duties may be assigned):

• Provides mechanical support to project leaders and design engineers on assigned projects.


• Completes assigned task lists and assignments according to established schedules.


• Installs and troubleshoots product fitment, and troubleshoots, adjusts and repairs issues on a variety of makes and models of cars and light duty trucks.


• Performs vehicle testing and sound assessments for prototype exhaust products and completes associated documentation.


• Performs market research on assigned products and develops knowledge of latest developments in design and innovation.


• Attends exhaust team meetings, provides status updates on current projects.


• May visit vendor/supplier to deliver/pick-up vehicles, or parts.


• May run errands for shop supplies or customer requirements as needed.


• May generate documentation or perform data entry to update Bill of Materials (BOM).


• Follows established safety procedures and wears applicable PPE as required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• General Mechanic Certification or equivalent mechanical experience in automotive repair for various makes and models of cars and light duty trucks.


• Intermediate to advanced MIG welding, and fabrication skills (cutting, grinding, bending).


• Strong collaboration and presentation skills to update teams on project status.


• Ability to lift/move up to 50 lbs.


• Familiarity with MS Office, and effective verbal and written communication.


• Familiarity with dynamometers a plus.


• Basic shop math, and advanced knowledge of automotive shop tools.

Education and Experience:

• HS Diploma and min. 1-year experience in a manufacturing or automotive shop environment on a wide variety of vehicles.


• General Mechanic certification preferred, but not required.


• Excellent motor vehicle record (MVR) and valid California Driver’s License (required)

Hours: Mon – Friday 8:00am – 5:00pm

Competitive pay based on experience.