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Vehicle Engineering Technician – Prototype

 

Job Summary:

 

Our client in Troy, MI is looking for a Vehicle Engineering Technician – Prototype. This is a Contract position.

The Vehicle Engineer Technician, Prototype plays an integral role with the Engineering team throughout product development and through launch.  As a member of the Vehicle Integration team, the Vehicle Engineering Technician, Prototype is responsible for the maintenance of vehicle prototype builds, diagnosis and rectification of issues with builds, fabrication of parts as required, and maintenance of other company vehicles.  The Vehicle Engineering Technician, Prototype will report to Senior Technician, Garage Services.

·       Assist in the development and build of engineering test vehicles.

·       Work closely with the Engineering department to develop and test solutions to a variety of technical problems.

·       Inspecting and modifying existing designs and prototypes.

·       Utilize CAD software to inspect designs and implement feedback from Engineers.

·       Conduct experiments, diagnostics, calibrations, and investigations under the guidance of Engineers.

·       Track open issues, communicate issues to all groups and set up meetings as required to close issues.

·       Analyzing operations and offering suggestions for improvement.

·       Collect data and create detailed reports on prototype build progress and concern tracking.

·       Maintain records and assist with presentations.

·       Fabricate components as necessary utilizing a variety of materials.

·       Maintain shop tools and equipment.

·       Provide input to improve efficiency of methods and processes.

·       Ensure shop safety guidelines are followed.

·       Work with the assembly plant to identify potential vehicle assembly issues.

·       Maintain a clean shop work environment.

·       Coordinate, maintain, and clean company fleet vehicles as needed.

Qualifications:

·       Must possess a valid driver’s license and good driving record.

·       Must have reliable transportation and the ability to travel (up to 25%).

·       Must be equipped with own tools.

·       Must possess at least one (1) of the following qualifications:

Completion of an Associate’s Degree from an accredited college or university.

Completion of an Automotive Vocational Program from an accredited automotive training institution.

ASE Master Technician Certification.

Master Technician Certification from an automotive OEM.

·       5+ years of experience as a Prototype Engineering Technician, preferably with Hybrid or Electric Vehicles.

·       Hands-on experience working on high voltage electric vehicles and systems, including high voltage diagnostic troubleshooting, testing, and knowledge of the ecosystem.

·       Proficient in reading electrical schematics and understanding basic electrical theory.

·       Proficient in vehicle diagnostics and ECU troubleshooting on CAN and LIN buses.

·       Proficient in operating and maintaining various hand tools, power tools, shop equipment, and shop tools.

How You Will Be Successful:

Envision the FutureCommunicate Honestly and BroadlySeek Technology and Business “First”Embrace Diversity and Take Risks

What We Offer:

Competitive SalaryComprehensive Benefit Package401(k) with matching contributionsPaid Time OffEmployee DiscountsFree training on all Altair products

Why Work with Us:

Altair is a global technology company providing software and cloud solutions in the area of data analytics, product development, and high-performance computing (HPC). Altair enables organizations in nearly every industry to compete more effectively in a connected world, while creating a more sustainable future. With more than 3,000 engineers, scientists, and creative thinkers in 25 countries, we help solve our customer’s toughest challenges and deliver unparalleled service, helping the innovators innovate, drive better decisions, and turn today’s problems into tomorrow’s opportunities.

Our vision is to transform customer decision making with data analytics, simulation, and high-performance computing.

For more than 30 years, we have been helping our customers integrate electronics and controls with mechanical design to expand product value, develop AI, simulation and data-driven digital twins to drive better decisions, and deliver advanced HPC and cloud solutions to support unlimited idea exploration. To learn more, please visit

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Altair is an equal opportunity employer. Our backgrounds are diverse, and every member of our global team is critical to our success. Altair’s history demonstrations a belief that empowering each individual authentic voice reinforces a culture that thrives because of the uniqueness among our team.

 

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