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Engineering Technician - Instrumentation

Job Locations US-NY-Buffalo
Job ID
2026-2634
Category
Operations

Overview

Calspan is seeking an Engineering Technician in our Instrumentation department to
support automotive crash test and vehicle development programs. This is a hands-on role
working directly with prototype and pre-production vehicles in a fast-paced testing
environment.


This position focuses on installing force measurement devices to collect critical
performance data during full-scale vehicle crash tests. Prior experience with
accelerometers or strig-pots is helpful but not required — Calspan will train motivated
candidates with strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail.
This role directly supports vehicle safety development by collecting critical data used by
engineers and customers to evaluate crash performance. Your work will have a direct
impact on test outcomes, customer confidence, and program success — with
opportunities to learn advanced measurement technologies along the way.

 

Why Join Calspan?
4 weeks PTO year 1, 10 Paid Company Holiday, including 2 paid days off at Christmas,
Thanksgiving, New Years & 4th of July! . We invest in our employees by providing highly
affordable/ competitive benefits, company pays 90%, onsite training, development
and promotional opportunities.


Calspan’s Automotive Crash Facility, located in Buffalo, NY, is recognized worldwide for its
leadership in vehicle safety testing. With a mission to advance the science of crash testing

Responsibilities

What You’ll Do


Performing set-up and installation of force measurement sensing equipment such
as accelerometers, string pots, and other misc. sensors
Follow test procedures to install instrumentation in accordance with customer
requirements

Utilize Microsoft Excel to document installation of instrumentation for testing
Work closely with test engineers, technicians, and vehicle preparation teams
Reading and comprehending testing procedures and protocols
Ensure accuracy, repeatability, and adherence to established procedures
Identify and communicate issues or inconsistencies with customer requests
Maintain a safe, organized work area and follow all safety and PPE requirements
Support continuous improvement of measurement tools and processes

Qualifications

What We’re Looking For
Required:
• Strong mechanical aptitude and comfort working hands-on with vehicles
• High attention to detail and ability to follow defined procedures
• Ability to document work clearly and communicate technical information
• Basic computer skills and willingness to learn new software
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Willingness to work overtime as required (ample overtime available)
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
 
Qualifications Preferred
Not Required:
• Engineering Technology degree or related technical education, or equivalent hands-
on experience
• A combination of education and experience equivalent to above
• Troubleshooting mechanical or electrical problems
• Electrical and electronic principles
• Perform operations and execute moderately complex test procedures for
engineering, scientific, or real-time data acquisition
• Read and understand engineering plans and specifications
• Read drawings and troubleshoot
• Microsoft Office
 
Physical Requirements
• Ability to stand and walk for up to 12 hours per day, including uneven surfaces
• Frequent bending, lifting, reaching, squatting, kneeling, crawling, and twisting
• Ability to work around damaged vehicles, debris, and industrial test environments
• Ability to visually identify issues and respond to safety signals
 
Work Environment
• Automotive crash test and development facility
• Hands-on work with prototype and pre-production vehicles
• Fast-paced environment driven by customer and test schedules
• Overtime is common and expected
 

Calspan is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive
consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation,
gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Calspan supports safe and drug
free workplace through pre-employment background checks and drug testing.

 

The salary range provided is a general guideline. Actual pay will depend on several factors,
including, but not limited to, education, experience, training, and other applicable
qualifications. Calspan is committed to pay transparency in compliance with applicable
state and local laws.

 

All candidates must be 18 years of age or older, and eligible to work in the United States
without requiring now or in the future Visa Sponsorship.

Salary Range (min)

USD $23.00/Hr.

Salary Range (max)

USD $29.00/Hr.

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