SkillBridge Engineering Technician

About the role

ThisSkillBridgeinternship offers hands-on experience as an Engineering Technician at Forterra. Engineering Technicians support the development integration testing and maintenance of our autonomous vehicle platforms. Working closely with our engineering team interns will contribute to fabricating prototype hardware building cable harnesses and integrating systems onto vehicle platforms gaining direct exposure to cutting-edge defense autonomy technology.

SkillBridgeinterns will gain in-depth exposure to the full hardware lifecycle of Forterras advanced autonomous systems. Working alongside industry experts and cross-functional engineering teams interns will develop essential technical fabrication and systems integration skills in a high-technology start-up environment.

What youll do

• Supporting fabrication of prototype hardware.

• Fabricating cable and harness subassemblies.

• Providing design feedback to engineeringwith regard tomanufacturability and serviceability.

• Helpingto reviewand redline mechanical and electrical drawing packages.

• Supporting the development of manufacturing processes and assembly work instructions.

• Integrating hardware designs onto vehicle platforms.

• Building and installing electrical components.

• Collaborating with cross-functional teams including product and engineering to understand system requirements and deliver quality workmanship.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be eligible for a DoDSkillBridgeprogram opportunity.

• 3 years of experience in automotive or industrial repair.

• Experience in electrical troubleshooting and repair.

• A solution-driven approach the ability to distill complexity into its essential components and execute fabrication tasks without needing clearly written procedures.

• Able to understand new concepts and directional feedback and apply changes quickly and accurately.

• Able to meet deadlines and work both independently and collaboratively with minimal supervision.

• High level of craftsmanship organizational skills and fabrication quality someone who takes pride in their work and their work environment.

• Able to interpret mechanical and electrical assembly drawings and schematics.

• Proficient in using hand tools power tools and fabrication equipment.

• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality.

• A strong interest in defense technology autonomous vehicles and technology innovation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Technical degree or certification in automotive technology robotics or a related field.

• Experience working with autonomous vehicles or driver-assistance systems (ADAS).

• Experience executing with command line Linux tools for computer and system configuration.

CLEARANCE ELIGIBILITY - This position may require eligibility to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance. For more information about U.S. Security Clearances:click here.

Forterra is an equal-opportunity employer providing and promoting equal employment opportunity in all personnel are unique talented individuals who are united through a shared passion to deliver autonomous systems that enable national resilience and a robust supply chain.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any factor including veteran and disability status and criminal history in accordance with applicable local state and federal laws.

Forterra is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Please let your recruiter know if you need an accommodation at any point during the interview process.

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