Test Supervisor

Applus+ IDIADA is a global partner to the automotive industry, supporting its clients in their product development activities by providing design, engineering, testing and homologation services. As a TOP Employer certified company, we have a large team of more than 3000 professionals drawn from over 22 countries, as well as an international network of subsidiaries and branch offices in 25 countries which ensures that our clients get customized, added-value solutions. IDIADA offers you the opportunity to develop a career in one of the worldwide leading automotive engineering companies.

At Applus IDIADA we are looking for talent to help us shaping the mobility of tomorrow with safer, more efficient, and sustainable vehicles. With presence in 22 countries, we offer job positions around the world and internal / transversal mobility within the company. The automotive sector is currently living a moment of deep technological change. At IDIADA, we focus on constant innovation to adapt our services’ portfolio to an ever-changing environment. Therefore, as part of our team, we expect you to be dynamic and eager to learn and grow with us.

If you want an opportunity to challenge yourself and enhance your technical skills, to work in a thriving environment and to work alongside world-leading experts, then apply for one of our vacancies.

The company is looking for a Test Supervisor to join the team in Adelanto, CA.

Job Description:

• Manage Lab team involved in the test during all the process (coordinate all lab teams as instrumentalists, mechanics, photo team, acquisition team, etc.).
• Run the tests coordinating all involved teams.
• In contact with the lab manager, with the engineering team in charge of the test or sometimes with the client, schedule and plan all tasks related to the vehicle preparation.
• Check that the requested tasks to prepare the vehicle are done under the customer’s specification.
• Take care of the quality of all the process and work done.
• Take care of the order and tidiness of the lab organizing the appropriate tasks.
• Analyze the feasibility of the new testing modes, cost to be implemented, etc.
• Improve the process to increase the quality and the effectiveness of the operation.
• In contact the respective department supervisors, facilitate the request all staff and tools required to run the crash test laboratory.
• Preparation of the vehicle to be measured: Rad the checklist with the requirements, apply stickers and mark points, dismount vehicle trims (if needed), etc.
• Measurement of the vehicle using a 3D measurement equipment (CMM) before and after test.
• Static measurement of the vehicle through a 3D measurement equipment (CMM and scanner) before and after trial.
• Realization of the measurement report (CAD, excel...).

(Note: These tasks are not intended to be all-inclusive. You may perform other related duties as required to meet the ongoing needs of the company)

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, or similar discipline.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with team members and communicate technical information clearly.

Job functions:

• Must be able to stand, walk up and down hills, bend, kneel, sit for lengthy periods, and use hands for various functions such as typing and using various hand tools.
• The ability to work extended hours as needed. Required availability for daily overtime and weekends.
• Must be able to lift 40 lbs.

Benefits:

•     Health Insurance (100% Premium costs paid by Company)
•     Voluntary Dental insurance
•     Voluntary Life insurance
•     Voluntary Vision Insurance
•     Paid time off
•     Simple IRA Plan (3% Company Match)

Schedule:

•     Monday to Sunday

APPLUS IDIADA is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.

Applus IDIADA is committed to diversity and inclusion. We don’t put limits on you, so don’t put limits on yourself either. There is a place for everyone.