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General Motors · 1 day ago

Lab Technician

General Motors is a company focused on creating a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions, and Zero Congestion. The Lab Technician will work closely with electrical and mechanical engineers, supporting the design and testing of automotive modules through data collection, troubleshooting, and providing insights based on observations.

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Responsibilities

Ability to read and understand schematic diagrams and cross-probe to the associated part of the layout
Proficiency using the following lab test equipment
Ability to troubleshoot electronic modules, test input/output interface, voltage supplies, ethernet, CAN, LIN, SPI, UART interfaces
Expertise in high pitched soldering leaded and lead-less (BGA, QFN, LGA)
Expertise in de-soldering IC’s, SIPs, BGA, QFN
Experience using the following lab equipment
Developing test setups, custom connector/wiring harnesses, investigating mechanical/electrical operational difficulties on products and/or components. Recommending corrective action
Write a technical report
Organize and prioritize daily work assignments
Communicate planned work and resolve conflict in schedules, resources, materials
Clearly explain results and concerns regarding daily work tasks
Manage multiple work flows and involve engineers in decisions regarding the work products they are requesting
Manage lab resources and materials to keep the lab operating at high efficiency
Maintain lab equipment and calibration schedules

Qualification

Schematic diagram readingLab test equipment proficiencyElectronic module troubleshootingHigh pitched soldering expertiseDe-soldering expertiseAutomotive experienceElectronics technician experienceTechnical report writingOrganizational skillsCommunication skills

Required

Ability to read and understand schematic diagrams and cross-probe to the associated part of the layout
Proficiency using the following lab test equipment: Oscilloscope with capture feature, Programmable power supply, Data logger Voltage, Impedance, Thermocouple, other, Handheld multimeter, Experience operating a Vector network analyzer, Experience operating Spectrum analyzer, Experience with signal generator for audio and RF
Ability to troubleshoot electronic modules, test input/output interface, voltage supplies, ethernet, CAN, LIN, SPI, UART interfaces
Expertise in high pitched soldering leaded and lead-less (BGA, QFN, LGA)
Expertise in de-soldering IC's, SIPs, BGA, QFN
Experience using the following lab equipment: Programmable Thermal chamber, Multi-axis vibration table, Programmable dual chamber Thermal Shock, Mechanical resonance fixturing and testing, Ability to run Near-field RF triage testing for Radiated Emissions, Ability to run BCI testing for Conducted Emissions/Immunity, Experience in programming test equipment for automated testing and configuration
Developing test setups, custom connector/wiring harnesses, investigating mechanical/electrical operational difficulties on products and/or components. Recommending corrective action
Write a technical report
Organize and prioritize daily work assignments
Communicate planned work and resolve conflict in schedules, resources, materials
Clearly explain results and concerns regarding daily work tasks
Manage multiple work flows and involve engineers in decisions regarding the work products they are requesting
Manage lab resources and materials to keep the lab operating at high efficiency
Maintain lab equipment and calibration schedules
Expertise in high pitched soldering leaded and lead-less (BGA, QFN, LGA) required
Expertise in de-soldering IC's, SIPs, BGA, QFN required
Two year technicians degree or equivalent an Engineering Degree would set you ahead of the pack
Seven years' experience in electronics technician role
Experience in automotive, military, industrial modules and requirements
Good written, verbal communication skills
Good organizational skills

Company

General Motors

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General Motors is an automotive company that designs, produces, markets, and distributes vehicles and vehicle parts.

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$8.51B
Key Investors
US Department of Energy
2025-05-05Post Ipo Debt· $2B
2024-10-31Grant· $8M
2024-07-11Grant· $500M

Leadership Team

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Mary Barra
Chair and Chief Executive Officer
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Tony Cervone
Senior Vice President, Global Communications
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