Quality Control Technician

The role

You will inspect and test mechanical and electrical parts and finished products. You will find and help resolve quality defects in commercial electric vehicle chassis, energy products and related systems.

What you will do

• Perform mechanical and electrical inspections and functional testing of components, subassemblies and finished products.
• Conduct incoming, in-process and final quality control inspections and testing.
• Use calipers, micrometers, voltmeters and other tools to evaluate quality and find defects.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical and assembly quality issues.
• Document quality issues, nonconformances and test results.
• Work with Production and Engineering to investigate defects and verify corrective actions.
• Identify and communicate supplier-related quality issues with Supply Chain.
• Maintain accurate inspection records, test reports and quality documentation.
• Identify recurring defects and ways to improve quality and processes.
• Follow safety procedures and keep a clean, organized work area.

Required qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2+ years of experience in manufacturing quality control, mechanical or electrical testing, equipment troubleshooting, or a related technical manufacturing environment.
• Hands-on experience with mechanical and electrical inspections, functional testing and basic troubleshooting.
• Experience using measurement and electrical testing equipment such as calipers, micrometers and voltmeters.
• Working knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, specifications and work instructions.
• Experience identifying, documenting and helping resolve manufacturing defects.
• Strong attention to detail, problem-solving and documentation skills.
• Proficiency with computers and Google Workspace or similar applications.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent attendance and punctuality.

Nice to have

• Technical or vocational training in manufacturing, quality control, electrical systems or a related field.
• Experience with battery assembly, power systems or industrial electrical equipment.

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision coverage for you and your family, with PPO and HMO (California) plans; premiums for employee coverage are 100% covered.
• Voluntary ancillary benefits.
• HSA and FSA plans with pre-tax savings.
• Vacation time that grows with tenure, sick time and paid holidays.
• Generous holiday calendar, including a winter holiday hiatus in December.
• Basic life and AD&D insurance, 100% covered by Xos, with optional extra life coverage.
• Betterment 401(k) retirement plan.
• Pet insurance.
• Opportunities to learn, grow and advance.

Before you apply

• Hiring is periodic and based on business needs; applications are accepted on an ongoing basis and qualified candidates may be contacted when openings arise.
• Xos is not accepting applications from third-party recruitment services at this time.

About the company

Xos is a technology company and electric truck manufacturer working to decarbonize commercial transportation. It designs electric vehicles, fleet management software and charging solutions.