Engineering Technician, Powertrain Test

The role

You will perform physical testing and validation of electric powertrains. This includes the setup, instrumentation, operation, and teardown of test articles like electric motors, inverters, and electric drive units.

What you will do

• Execute mechanical and electrical setup of powertrain components on dynamometers and test rigs.
• Assemble and disassemble powertrain systems, subsystems, and components.
• Instrument test hardware with various sensors.
• Fabricate custom test fixtures, cooling loops, and specialized wiring harnesses.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex mechanical and electrical issues.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and high-voltage safe working environment.
• Collaborate with test and design engineers to document findings.

Required qualifications

• 3+ years of hands-on experience in automotive, aerospace, or heavy-duty powertrain testing and assembly.
• Proficiency in using standard shop tools, torque wrenches, multi-meters, oscilloscopes, and basic fabrication equipment.
• Strong understanding of mechanical systems and high-voltage electrical safety protocols (up to 800V+).
• Excellent troubleshooting, communication, and organizational skills.
• High School Diploma or equivalent practical experience.

Nice to have

• Experience working with dynamometer test cells and data acquisition systems.
• Proven ability of building custom wiring harnesses, instrumenting stators with thermocouples, and fabricating custom mounting hardware.
• Familiarity with Jira software.
• Advanced degree or certification, such as ASE certifications, High-Voltage Safety Training, or Machining/Welding certifications.
• Technical school certificate or Associate's degree in a related technical field.

About the company

Harbinger is an American commercial electric vehicle (EV) company. They provide an EV platform to support the demand for medium-duty EVs and Hybrids.