R&D Technician - Shocks

## R&D Technician - Shocks

**Who are we:**

Magnaflow is a leading manufacturer and supplier based in Oceanside, CA of premium products to the automotive aftermarket industry such as catalytic converters, performance exhaust and replacement exhaust. Through the Camburg division in Huntington Beach, CA. Magnaflow also supplies race-inspired performance suspension products and vehicle uplifting services, Magnaflow is focused on future growth through both new business development and new product introduction. Our websites are <www.magnaflow.com> and <www.camburg.com>.

**Salary Range:**

$20.00-$25.00 per Hour USD

\*Final agreed upon compensation will be based on a variety of factors including but not limited to an individual’s related experience, education, certifications, skills, and work location.

**What you will be doing:**

Camburg Engineering is seeking a motivated and mechanically inclined individual to support our R&D damper development program. This hands-on role is central to shock absorber assembly, dyno testing, vehicle integration, and the documentation of development data. An ideal candidate is eager to learn, mechanically skilled, and comfortable in a fast-paced performance engineering environment.

**Responsibilities:**

• Hands-on damper assembly and disassembly across all Camburg shock product lines
• Execute tuning changes to shock valving, shim stacks, and fluid specifications per engineer direction
• Perform shock dynamometer testing — operate dyno, record sweep data, log results
• Install and uninstall shock assemblies on test vehicles; support on-vehicle evaluation sessions
• Assist with production build support as required by scheduling demands
• Collect, organize, and input data into R&D development sheets and tracking documents
• Maintain R&D documentation with accuracy — dev sheets, part revision logs, test records
• General shop upkeep — maintain cleanliness, organization, and tool accountability

## Qualifications
**Requirements:**

• Mechanical aptitude — comfortable using hand tools, torque wrenches, and shop equipment
• Basic computer skills — data entry, spreadsheets, documentation software
• Knowledge of shock absorbers and damper assembly is a plus; willingness to learn is required
• Ability to lift 75 lbs unassisted
• Willingness to learn new skills and adapt to evolving R&D tasks
• Team-oriented with good attention to detail and a strong work ethic

**What you need:**

• Hands-on shop and lab environment — standing, bending, and lifting are routine
• Direct collaboration with senior R&D engineer and the broader Camburg engineering team
• Exposure to off-road suspension testing, vehicle builds, and race development programs

**What’s in it for you?**

• Competitive Salary
• PTO, Sick Pay, Birthday Holiday, Paid Holidays
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401k Matching (Up to 5%)
• Education assistance
• Company sponsored events
• Growing department and team

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