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About this role
Mechanical Engineer
Location: Sparks, Nevada
Employment Type: Salary
Reports To: Operations Manager
Overview:
We’re looking for an experienced Mechanic with strong hands-on skills and diagnostic ability across multiple vehicle
systems , from chassis to high-voltage components. If you’re a “bumper-to-bumper” technician who can troubleshoot,
repair, and restore vehicles to OEM standards, we want you on our team.
What You’ll Do:
- Full-System Repairs: Diagnose and repair across all major systems — electrical, suspension, HVAC, body, and interior.
- Electrical & Diagnostics: Perform electrical troubleshooting, harness and module repairs, and network communication diagnostics (CAN/LIN).
- Chassis & Suspension: Repair and replace control arms, frame components, steering systems, and suspension assemblies. Perform wheel alignments and ride height verification.
- Body & Interior: Repair and refit body panels, trim, glass, and interior components to OEM quality standards.
- Sonic Welding: Set up and operate sonic welding equipment, verify weld parameters, inspect completed welds, and document results in accordance with approved work instructions and OEM quality standards.
- Loose-Piece Commodity Rework: Perform bench and off-vehicle rework on loose-piece commodities, including electronic modules, wiring harnesses, connectors, brackets, trim, and related components.
- Thermal & Fluid Systems: Service cooling, heating, and HVAC systems, including refrigerant recovery and leak detection.
- High-Voltage Systems: Safely diagnose and repair EV components including batteries, inverters, and distribution modules (training provided if needed).
Requirements
- 5+ years of hands-on experience as an automotive technician or equivalent.
- Proven ability to perform diagnostics and major repairs independently.
- Experience with EV systems preferred (not required).
- Certifications: ASE xEV1 & xEV2 A1-A9 certifications and applicable sonic welding certifications or documented equipment-specific training are strongly preferred.
- Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail.
- Ability to read and interpret repair manuals and schematics
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with Printed Circuit Board Assembly (PCBA) manufacturing and SMT processes
- Experience supporting automation, robotics, autonomous systems, or aerospace/defense products
- Knowledge of quality tools and methodologies including APQP, PPAP, FMEA, SPC, and root cause analysis
- Experience working with contract manufacturers and supplier development activities
- Basic scripting or programming experience
- Schedule
- Monday through Friday