Primary Location: Los Angeles, CA Other Locations:Job ID #: JR20212105Category: e-Business/Internet.
Provides a high level of technical expertise on automotive-related subjects.
Design, develop and conduct technical research studies and lead automotive testing and analysis related to vehicle emissions, fuel economy, and electric vehicle range and development.
Utilize the results to provide useful data to clients, as well as consumer information to members and the auto industry.
Provide a high level of automotive expertise as the automotive subject matter expert.
Perform analyses of key public policy issues in automotive technology.
Articulate and communicate automotive information and research to senior management, at legislative, regulatory, public policy and industry forums..
Responsibilities:.
Develops and conducts technical research studies, testing and analysis related to vehicle emissions, fuel economy, and electric vehicle range.
Utilize the results to provide useful consumer information to members and influence the development and improvement of vehicles, parts and services and mitigate safety problems.
Stay current on all state and federal rules and regulations related to vehicle fuel economy and emissions, including any changes that might need to be made to internal processes, testing procedures or equipment..
Lead the development of vehicle-related research and testing that contributes to the organization’s business line strategies and refinement of member services and products.
Responsibilities include leading the development and / or and evaluation of services, products, and procedures that may be provided or sold to members or advertised in member publications and providing information to ERS and Claims about new technologies, vehicle recalls, safety investigations, and technical service bulletins from a variety of sources..
Manages projects related to automotive, emissions and air quality issues.
Perform tests to benefit AAA members, other vehicle users and external clients..
Performs analyses of key public policy issues in automotive technology and related areas, especially those related to vehicle emissions, fuel economy and EV efficiency and represent the organization in appropriate internal and external forums.
Assist the organization’s advocates on these issues to legislatures, local government bodies, administrative agencies, business and community organizations, technical organizations, and others as appropriate.
Contribute to development of the organization’s strategic vision with emphasis on legislative and regulatory affairs and public and member information..
Lead the development of written studies and other communication materials on a variety of motor vehicle related topics, specifically related to vehicle emissions, fuel efficiency and electric vehicle range.
Studies will be used in member publications, on AAA websites, as stand-alone brochures or other marketing collateral, in press releases and other information provided to the media or other entities.
Prepare updates for manager and others as appropriate or requested on automotive trends, testing results and public policy..
Responsible for the working order and maintenance of the testing facility and all fuel economy, emissions, EV range, diagnostic and other testing equipment.
Ensure that equipment and procedures are in line with current and future requirements and make improvement recommendations..
Qualifications:.
Four-year college degree.
Advanced degree and/or professional certification or licensing in automotive engineering or closely related field is required..
Minimum of 5 years’ experience in automotive research design, engineering, analysis, testing and management of staff performing same; preferably a combination thereof..
Experience with chassis dyno testing, including emissions, fuel economy and EV range testing of vehicles required..
Comprehensive oral and written communications skills..
Comprehensive ability to interact well with broad variety of groups and individuals..
Advanced ability to successfully develop and implement initiatives and programs..
Proficiency in MS Office programs and specialized hardware and software necessary for technical tasks..
California vehicle operator’s license and excellent driving record required..
Member of automotive associations such as SAE and industry certified candidates (i.e.
ASE) are preferred..
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Remarkable benefits:
• Health coverage for medical, dental, vision
• 401(K) saving plan with company match AND Pension
• Tuition assistance
• PTO for community volunteer programs
• Wellness program
• Employee discounts.
The Automobile Club of Southern California is part of the largest federation of AAA clubs in the nation.
We have 14,000 employees in 21 states helping 17 million members.
With our national brand recognition, long-standing reputation since 1902, and constantly growing membership, we are seeking career-minded, service-driven professionals to join our team..
“Through dedicated employees we proudly deliver legendary service and beneficial products that provide members peace of mind and value.”.
AAA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
The Automobile Club of Southern California will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance..
Through dedicated employees we proudly deliver legendary service and beneficial products that provide members peace of mind and value..
Our Values:.
RESPECT – Appreciate each other’s contributions..
TEAMWORK – Excel through collaboration..
RELEVANCE – Anticipate and adjust to evolving needs..
COMMITMENT – Relentlessly pursue excellence..
CHARACTER – Do the right thing, honor our commitments..
We are committed to creating a workplace where all employees, regardless of background, or characteristics, are engaged, feel they belong and can grow and develop long careers with our organization.
We are focusing on what we can do to help bring about meaningful change to advance diversity, inclusion and belonging in both our organization and our local communities..
Our Mission:.
Through dedicated employees we proudly deliver legendary service and beneficial products that provide members peace of mind and value..
Our Values:.
RESPECT – Appreciate each other’s contributions..
TEAMWORK – Excel through collaboration..
RELEVANCE – Anticipate and adjust to evolving needs..
COMMITMENT – Relentlessly pursue excellence..
CHARACTER – Do the right thing, honor our commitments..
We are committed to creating a workplace where all employees, regardless of background, or characteristics, are engaged, feel they belong and can grow and develop long careers with our organization.
We are focusing on what we can do to help bring about meaningful change to advance diversity, inclusion and belonging in both our organization and our local communities..
Our Mission:.
Through dedicated employees we proudly deliver legendary service and beneficial products that provide members peace of mind and value..
Our Values:.
RESPECT – Appreciate each other’s contributions..
TEAMWORK – Excel through collaboration..
RELEVANCE – Anticipate and adjust to evolving needs..
COMMITMENT – Relentlessly pursue excellence..
CHARACTER – Do the right thing, honor our commitments..
We are committed to creating a workplace where all employees, regardless of background, or characteristics, are engaged, feel they belong and can grow and develop long careers with our organization.
We are focusing on what we can do to help bring about meaningful change to advance diversity, inclusion and belonging in both our organization and our local communities..
Our Mission:.
Through dedicated employees we proudly deliver legendary service and beneficial products that provide members peace of mind and value..
Our Values:.
RESPECT – Appreciate each other’s contributions..
TEAMWORK – Excel through collaboration..
RELEVANCE – Anticipate and adjust to evolving needs..
COMMITMENT – Relentlessly pursue excellence..
CHARACTER – Do the right thing, honor our commitments..
We are committed to creating a workplace where all employees, regardless of background, or characteristics, are engaged, feel they belong and can grow and develop long careers with our organization.
We are focusing on what we can do to help bring about meaningful change to advance diversity, inclusion and belonging in both our organization and our local communities..
Our Mission:.
Through dedicated employees we proudly deliver legendary service and beneficial products that provide members peace of mind and value..
Our Values:.
RESPECT – Appreciate each other’s contributions..
TEAMWORK – Excel through collaboration..
RELEVANCE – Anticipate and adjust to evolving needs..
COMMITMENT – Relentlessly pursue excellence..
CHARACTER – Do the right thing, honor our commitments..
We are committed to creating a workplace where all employees, regardless of background, or characteristics, are engaged, feel they belong and can grow and develop long careers with our organization.
We are focusing on what we can do to help bring about meaningful change to advance diversity, inclusion and belonging in both our organization and our local communities..
Our Mission:.
Through dedicated employees we proudly deliver legendary service and beneficial products that provide members peace of mind and value..
Our Values:.
RESPECT – Appreciate each other’s contributions..
TEAMWORK – Excel through collaboration..
RELEVANCE – Anticipate and adjust to evolving needs..
COMMITMENT – Relentlessly pursue excellence..
CHARACTER – Do the right thing, honor our commitments..
We are committed to creating a workplace where all employees, regardless of background, or characteristics, are engaged, feel they belong and can grow and develop long careers with our organization.
We are focusing on what we can do to help bring about meaningful change to advance diversity, inclusion and belonging in both our organization and our local communities..
Benefits Made for You:.
Competitive Pay.
AAA offers competitive pay, paid training, and—depending upon the role—commission and bonuses based on performance..
Employee Development.
We provide award-winning training programs, free online learning on-demand, tuition assistance, and leadership programs..
Time Off.
To help our employees achieve proper work/life balance, we offer paid volunteer time off..
Retirement Programs.
AAA’s 401(k) and pension plans (in most states) help ensure a financially viable future for our employees..
Benefits Made for You:.
Competitive Pay.
AAA offers competitive pay, paid training, and—depending upon the role—commission and bonuses based on performance..
Employee Development.
We provide award-winning training programs, free online learning on-demand, tuition assistance, and leadership programs..
Time Off.
To help our employees achieve proper work/life balance, we provide paid vacation, sick, holiday, and paid volunteer time..
Retirement Programs.
AAA’s 401(k) and pension plans (in most states) help ensure a financially viable future for our employees..
Working in a branch, you get to meet all kinds of people.
I love to help people..
Terry C.
| Member Specialist.
I love being able to go above and beyond for our members.
We actually bond with them and learn about their lives.
It helps us provide a personal touch..
AAA has been fantastic providing a flexible schedule for me as a working mom.
I’ve never received negative feedback because I have to pick up a sick child or take them to the doctor..
Paola Torres | Claims Service Rep IV.
Knowing that the training was extensive made me comfortable with the transition into insurance sales.
It’s also great that AAA pays for your license..
Preston Griffin | Insurance Business Manager.
AAA provided my family and me the security and benefits that we needed.
The more I learned about the company and what it had to offer, I knew I would grow here..
Lola Israel | Recruitment Lead Consultant.
AAA provided my family and me the security and benefits that we needed.
The more I learned about the company and what it had to offer, I knew I would grow here..
Lola Israel | Recruitment Lead Consultant.
Northern New England Region.
Maine, New Hampshire, and Vermont..
AAA Northern New England was founded in 1910 and has grown to serve more than 900,000 members.
Our regional headquarters is located in Portland, Maine.
There are an additional nine branches throughout Maine, plus six locations in New Hampshire and three in Vermont, covering such cities as Bangor, Manchester, and Burlington..
East Central Region.
Sections of Pennsylvania, Ohio, Kentucky, West Virginia, and New York..
This geographically vast market is spread out over sections of Pennsylvania, Ohio, Kentucky, West Virginia, and New York.
AAA East Central can trace its roots back 100 years.
It serves more than 2 million members and has branches serving Pittsburgh, Cleveland, and Louisville, among other cities..
Southeastern Virginia..
AAA Tidewater Virginia was founded in 1913 with 18 original members and a commitment to serve the needs of Southeastern Virginia’s motorists.
Today, there are eight branches and six Car Care Centers serving more than 320,000 members.
Our headquarters is in Virginia Beach, with many offices nearby in the Hampton Roads..
The Alabama Motorist Association was founded in 1924.
Now known as AAA Alabama, it serves more than 300,000 members and operates 10 state branches, from Huntsville in the north to Mobile in the south.
Its regional headquarters is located in Birmingham..
Missouri, Arkansas, Mississippi, Louisiana, and sections of Kansas, Illinois, and Indiana..
The Automobile Club of Missouri was founded more than 100 years ago.
Its regional headquarters is in St.
Louis, and there are 39 branches throughout the state, including many in the St.
Louis and Kansas City areas.
There are eight additional offices in Arkansas, six in Kansas, four each in Illinois and Louisiana, two in Mississippi, and one in Indiana.
Combined, the membership is nearly 1.5 million..
Texas Region.
Originally known as the Dallas Auto Club when it formed in 1904, today AAA Texas assists nearly 1.5 million members.
Headquartered in Coppell, on the outskirts of Dallas, we have 30 additional offices throughout the state, stretching from El Paso in the West to Houston in the East..
AAA New Mexico became a division of AAA in 1947 and has since grown to provide service to nearly 200,000 members in the Southwest.
Our New Mexico headquarters is in Albuquerque, with additional offices in Santa Fe and Las Cruces..
Southern California Region.
The Automobile Club of Southern California was founded in 1900 and today serves well over 6 million members.
Our expansive headquarters facility is situated on acres of former farmland in Costa Mesa, and more than 80 local branches provide member services throughout Southern California.
The Automobile Club of Southern California serves members in the following California counties: Inyo, Imperial, Kern, Los Angeles, Mono, Orange, Riverside, San Bernardino, San Diego, San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara, Tulare, and Ventura..
Hawai`i Region.
Headquartered in Honolulu, AAA Hawai`i can trace its roots back to the Honolulu Automobile Club, first established in 1915.
Since then, our island affiliate has flourished and now provides service to more than 100,000 members..
The strength of AAA is built on our commitment to exceeding our member’s expectations and earning their trust for over 120 years..
Tackle Tough Problems.
Ready for a challenge?
A career with AAA is fast-paced and never boring..
Opportunities for Development.
Launch your career with an industry leader..
The strength of AAA is built on our commitment to exceeding our member’s expectations and earning their trust for over 120 years..
Tackle Tough Problems.
Ready for a challenge?
A career with AAA is fast-paced and never boring..
Opportunities for Development.
Launch your career with an industry leader..
The strength of AAA is built on our commitment to exceeding our member’s expectations and earning their trust for over 120 years..
A Legendary Team.
Ready for a challenge?
A career with AAA is fast-paced and never boring..
Opportunities for Development.
Launch your career with an industry leader..
The strength of AAA is built on our commitment to exceeding our member’s expectations and earning their trust for over 120 years..
A Legendary Team.
Ready for a challenge?
A career with AAA is fast-paced and never boring..
Opportunities for Development.
Launch your career with an industry leader..
The strength of AAA is built on our commitment to exceeding our member’s expectations and earning their trust for over 120 years..
A Legendary Team.
Ready for a challenge?
A career with AAA is fast-paced and never boring..
Opportunities for Development.
Launch your career with an industry leader..
The strength of AAA is built on our commitment to exceeding our member’s expectations and earning their trust for over 120 years..
A Legendary Team.
Ready for a challenge?
A career with AAA is fast-paced and never boring..
Opportunities for Development.
Launch your career with an industry leader..
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