PRINCIPAL TECHNICIAN - SR. TECHNICIAN - Automotive Technician/ Master Mechanic

Who We Are :

We perform testing on all vehicles, from compact cars to tractor-trailers and off-road equipment, and for internal combustion engines ranging from lawn mowers to locomotives.

We also operate a fully functional tribology laboratory with unique capabilities to support client research programs. By joining our team you will receive $500 on your first paycheck, minus applicable taxes.

Objectives of this Role :

• Provide lubricant testing for various clients on different test types according to ASTM procedures.
• Provide fuel testing for various clients on different test types for both on-road and dynamometer testing.
• Provide Fuel and Lubricant testing in a safe manner by following safety practices and Environmental Management and Quality Systems.

Daily and Monthly Responsibilities :

• Operate engine test cells via computer control for data acquisition to measure engine lubricant performance, fuel performance or engine durability performance.
• Communicate with coworkers, supervisors and project engineers concerning test status.
• Assemble and disassemble gasoline and diesel engines as described in test procedures.
• Assemble and disassemble auxiliary pumps and motors in support of the operating equipment.
• Prepare extracts and label fuel and lubricant test samples for analysis.
• Use scanners for different makes and models of vehicles; maintain various test logs, time records and project records; perform tire maintenance;

modify fuel system for test specific purposes; disassemble vehicle components and modify as required for testing.

Remove and install cylinder heads, transmissions, axels, fuel tanks; inspect utility trailer; perform automotive fluid changes;

flow fuel injectors; perform bumper-to-bumper maintenance on different makes and model; support department project activities as required.

• Enter recorded data into a computer database; perform routine engine maintenance.
• Maintain a clean working environment and comply with all safety regulations and standards for working around potentially hazardous materials in the operation of tests.

Requirements :

• Requires a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Automotive Mechanic or Certified Master Mechanic, Associates degree, or ASE certified preferred, and CDL License Preferred.
• Shift work required.
• 5+ years : Vocational or commercial automotive or diesel mechanical training or related mechanical experience required.
• Knowledge of Microsoft applications i.e. Excel and MS Word.
• Overtime required depending on project needs; exposed to solvents, gasoline, diesel, and coolants.
• A valid / clear driver's license is required.

Special Requirements :

Job Locations : San Antonio, Texas

For more information about this division, visit the

Fuels & Lubricants Research

home page.

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An Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer

Race / Color / Religion / Sex / Sexual Orientation / Gender Identity / National Origin / Disabled / Veteran

Committed to Diversity in the Workplace

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