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Automotive Test Technician

Posted 05 February 2026
Salary US$28.65 - US$34.4 per hour
LocationIrvine
Job type Contract
Discipline Body & Chassis
Reference96069_1770293244

Job description

Position Title: Automotive Test Technician

Duration: Contract

Location: Irvine, CA. USA

Hourly rate

About the company

I am currently recruiting on behalf of an American client who were established in 1986 they support the design, engineering, testing, and validation of vehicles for the U.S. market and work closely with other global teams.

Job Description:

  • Fully document vehicle repairs and modifications in a database environment
  • Parts and equipment ordering
  • Maintain shop equipment and tools
  • Maintain a safe, clean, organized shop environment
  • Travel up to 20% of time domestically and internationally

Qualifications & Experience:

  • Experience working in automotive development or testing
  • Experience with vehicle data acquisition systems, diagnostic tools, transducers, including thermocouples, pressure transducers, load cells etc
  • Experience with all vehicle systems (engine, transmission, HVAC, chassis, electrical / body)
  • PC Skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
  • Excellent CAN tools and data analysis skills
  • Ability to multi-task and meet time constraints
  • Excellent Vehicle diagnostic skills
  • Automotive technology certification, degree, or equivalent
  • Excellent Communication and Writing Skills
  • Excellent Interpersonal relationships skills working in a culturally diverse environment

Why work through Contechs?

Contechs is a leading Automotive, Design, Engineering, Technology and Innovation Recruitment Consultancy. Founded in 1997, with an inhouse Contractor Care Team to support all external employees, acts as an employment agency for permanent and contract recruitment.

How to Apply

If you're interested in applying for this position, submit your application and one of our recruiters will be in touch.

If you know anyone that is suitable for the role, please visit the below page where we offer up to £600 referral fee: https://www.contechs.com/refer

IF APPLICABLE (UK AND B2B ROLES)

*Applicants MUST have proof of immediate, on-going and valid eligibility to work full time in the UK and travel within the EU.*