Powertrain Test Technician
Harbinger Motors Inc. · Garden Grove, CA
Posted about 3 months ago · $30 - 40
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Is this posting real?
- This role has been open
- 81 days Harbinger Motors Inc.'s roles stay open a median of 79 days
- Reposted
- No
- Salary listed
- Yes 20% of Harbinger Motors Inc.'s roles list one
- Ghost-job risk at Harbinger Motors Inc.
- high 109 stale, 1 reposted of 113 open
- Hiring momentum
- 137 roles opened in the last 90 days ↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
- Last confirmed on the employer's board
- 2026-10-23
Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from Harbinger Motors Inc.'s own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for Harbinger Motors Inc..
About this role
As a Powertrain Test Technician at Harbinger, you will be responsible for the hands-on testing and validation of electric powertrains for medium-duty commercial EVs. Your daily tasks will include setting up and operating test rigs, assembling and disassembling powertrain components, instrumenting test hardware, troubleshooting issues, and collaborating with engineers to document findings and improvements.
- benefits
- 1/5
- freshness
- 1/5
- career value
- 4/5
- role clarity
- 4/5
- pay transparency
- 5/5
Scored from the posting itself — how clearly the role is described, how much it says about pay and benefits, and how recently it was listed. Not a judgement of Harbinger Motors Inc. as an employer.
What you need
- 3+ years of hands-on experience in automotive, aerospace, or heavy-duty powertrain testing and assembly.
- Proficiency in using standard shop tools, torque wrenches, multi-meters, oscilloscopes, and basic fabrication equipment.
- Strong understanding of mechanical systems and high-voltage electrical safety protocols (up to 800V+).
- Excellent troubleshooting, communication, and organizational skills, with a high attention to detail in technical documentation.
- High School Diploma or equivalent practical experience; technical school certificate or Associate's degree in a related technical field is highly valued.
Nice to have
- Experience working with dynamometer test cells and data acquisition systems, including test rig operation and troubleshooting.
- Proven ability of building custom wiring harnesses, instrumenting stators with thermocouples, and fabricating custom mounting hardware.
- Familiarity with Jira software for project management and issue tracking.
- Advanced degree or certification, such as ASE certifications, High-Voltage Safety Training, or Machining/Welding certifications.
Worth weighing
- Pay rate is $30 - 40/hr, which may vary based on experience.
- The role involves high-voltage systems, indicating a need for strong safety awareness and protocols.
- No specific information on additional benefits or perks is provided in the posting.
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Listed by Harbinger Motors Inc. on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-10-23. PitchMeAI is not the employer.
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