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Powertrain Build Technician (Contract)
Harbinger
Garden Grove, CA, USA
USD 25-32 / hour
Posted on Jun 11, 2025
About Harbinger
Harbinger is an American commercial electric vehicle (EV) company on a mission to transform an industry starving for innovation. Harbinger’s best-in-class team of EV, battery, and drivetrain experts have pooled their deep experience to support the growing demand for medium-duty EVs and Hybrids. Leveraging a foundation of proprietary, in-house developed vehicle technologies designed specifically for commercial and specialty vehicles, Harbinger is bringing a first-of-its-kind EV platform to market, priced at acquisition parity to traditional diesel vehicles. Harbinger: Familiar Form, Revolutionary Foundation.
Job Overview
We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Powertrain Build Technician to join our dynamic team. As a Powertrain Build Technician, you will play a pivotal role in the assembly and test of electric motors and drive unit assemblies.
What You’ll Do:
- Assemble drive unit components and sub-assemblies according to work instructions and technical specifications, ensuring accurate process adherence and delivering a conforming final product
- Conduct thorough in-process inspections, tests and quality checks at each stage of the assembly process to identify any defects or deviations from standards
- Diagnose assembly issues, proactively identify production risks effectively and efficiently, collaborating with engineering and maintenance teams as needed
- Contribute to process improvement initiatives by providing feedback on assembly procedures, suggesting modifications, and participating in training programs
- Maintain accurate records of assembly procedures, part numbers, and any modifications made during the assembly process
- Adhere to all safety protocols and guidelines to ensure a safe working environment for yourself and team members
- Perform routine maintenance on assembly equipment and tools to ensure they are in good working condition
Who You Are:
- High school diploma or equivalent; technical certification or vocational training in mechanical or automotive assembly
- Experience in electric drive unit assembly or a related field, ideally in the automotive industry
- Meticulous adherence to assembly and test processes
- Proficiency in reading and interpreting technical specifications and requirements
- Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail
- Ability to use hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring instruments
- Excellent problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to troubleshooting
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team
- Willingness to work in a fast-paced production environment and adapt to changing priorities
- Physical stamina and the ability to lift heavy components and stand for extended periods
- Commitment to workplace safety and following safety protocols
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to stand for extended periods and perform repetitive tasks.
- Manual dexterity to handle small components and delicate inspection tools.
- Capacity to lift and move materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
California Pay Range
$25—$32 USD
Equal Opportunity
Harbinger is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information or characteristics, physical or mental disability, marital/domestic partner status, age, military/veteran status, medical condition, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Harbinger is committed to ensuring that our hiring process is accessible for persons with disabilities. If you have a disability or limitation, such as those covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act, that requires accommodations to assist you in the search and application process, please email us at info@harbingermotors.com.
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Harbinger may collect, use and disclose your personal information or personal data (within the meaning of the applicable data protection laws) when you apply for employment and/or participate in our recruitment processes (“Candidate Personal Data”). This data includes contact, demographic, communications, educational, professional, employment, social media/website, network/device, recruiting system usage/interaction, security and preference information. Harbinger may use your Candidate Personal Data for the purposes of (i) tracking interactions with our recruiting system; (ii) carrying out, analyzing and improving our application and recruitment process, including assessing you and your application and conducting employment, background and reference checks; (iii) establishing an employment relationship or entering into an employment contract with you; (iv) complying with our legal, regulatory and corporate governance obligations; (v) recordkeeping; (vi) ensuring network and information security and preventing fraud; and (vii) as otherwise required or permitted by applicable law.
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