Role Summary
Perform repairs and service work on Press Cars to make Best of Series condition
oRemove and install interior parts such as trim panels, seats, dashboard, carpet, etc.
oRemove and install exterior parts such as bumpers, mirrors, windows, wheel wells, lights, etc.
oClean inside and outside of entire vehicle
oRemove, dismount, remount tires / wheels
Perform setup and installations for equipment for Test vehicles
oInstall test parts in various locations
oReplace components for evaluations
oSupport other departments as requests come up
Role Responsibilities :
Press Car Reuse Inspections (RUI) (10%)
- Perform repairs and service actions on all automotive systems per RUI
- Perform acoustic repairs with special regards to NVH concerns
Press Car Perfect Delivery Inspections (PDI) (70%)
- Perform repairs and service actions on all automotive systems per PDI
- Perform Press car specific inspections with regards to appearance, equipment and function
- Support Press car break-In process including brake embedding
Technical Support at Press / Media Events - (10%)
- Perform repairs and service actions on all automotive systems as needed
- Inspect inbound and outbound Press cars for damages and coordinate / check rework as necessary
- Perform technical and emergency support for media drives
Training and Qualification (5%)
- Self-study repair instructions (e.g. in ElsaPro)
- Self-train and attend instructor led training to keep up with changes and advances in automotive technology
Technical Support for Other Departments (5%)
Setup and install specialized equipment or parts
Qualifications
Qualifications :
Years of Experience :
5 Years auto industry experience
Education - Required :
- High School Diploma / GED
- Current US Driver’s License
Education - Desired :
Automotive Technology Certificate / Degree
Skills :
- Good customer service skills
- Great work ethic, self-motivated, disciplined, positive and confident attitude
- Strong technical aptitude with desire to expand technical knowledge and skills
- Analytical, critical and conceptual thinking using logic and reason, creative and strategic
- Team player, works well as a member of a team or group
Specialized Skills - Required :
- Press / Show car preparation experience
- Broad Noise Vibration Harshness analysis experience
- Problem solving skills
- Experience with Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word
Specialized Skills - Desired :
- Volkswagen / Audi / Porsche Master Technician
- HVE (CVEP) certified
- Experience with VW R&D departments
- Automotive audit experience (e.g. CP5, CP8)
- VW product portfolio knowledge
- Diagnostic and flashing experience
Work Flexibility :
- Monday Friday with occasional overtime for evening and weekends
- Readiness for 20%-30% domestic and international travel (Press / Media events)
- Readiness for professional training in the US, Germany, Mexico (for extended training periods)
- Lifting up to 50 lbs.
- Bending / Twisting working inside vehicles