Automotive Body Technician

Pacer Group; Georgetown (KY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Pacer Group in Georgetown, KY is seeking an Automotive Technician to support stamping engineering operations. You will perform dimensional measurements of stamping dies, panels, and sub-assemblies, analyze measurement data, and recommend corrective actions.

Hands-on with metrology equipment (Hexagon, FaroArm, blue-light/ATOS), PolyWorks, and measurement software. Travel ~25% domestically and internationally; 20% overtime; PPE required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in metrology, dimensional measurement, or a related technical field; an engineering or technical degree is also relevant.
• Hands-on experience with Hexagon, FaroArm, or similar measurement systems.
• Knowledge of PolyWorks and experience with blue-light scanning, ATOS, Faro, or comparable systems.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to interpret measurement data, identify dimensional deviations, and recommend solutions.
• Strong computer skills, including data analysis and report preparation.
• Ability to work independently, take initiative, and support shop-floor engineering activities.
• Willingness to travel approximately 25% within the U.S., Canada, and Mexico.
• Ability to wear required PPE, including mandatory above-ankle steel-toed shoes.

Responsibilities

• Perform dimensional measurements of stamping dies and identify gaps against target specifications.
• Measure stamping panels and sub-assemblies to evaluate dimensional quality, accuracy, and formability.
• Conduct part-to-part (PxP) measurements and nominal-fit vehicle analysis.
• Analyze measurement data and recommend corrective actions to Stamping Process Engineering (PE) and Die Maintenance (D/M) teams.
• Scan completed dies and generate mesh data for NAMC die repair and copy-die preparation.
• Operate and troubleshoot Hexagon, FaroArm, blue-light/ATOS, and other optical or physical measurement systems.
• Use PolyWorks and related software to analyze measurement data, compare color maps, and identify accuracy issues.
• Prepare technical reports and communicate findings to engineering teams and suppliers.
• Maintain sensitive optical, mechanical, and robotic equipment and develop standardized procedures to improve efficiency.
• Provide hands-on technical support during domestic and international travel while following safety requirements.

Skills

Metrology

Dimensional measurement

Data analysis

Troubleshooting

Independent work

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Technical or engineering education preferred

Tools

Hexagon

FaroArm

PolyWorks

ATOS

Blue-light scanning

Job description

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Automotive Technician to support stamping engineering operations in Georgetown, KY. The candidate will perform dimensional measurements of stamping dies, panels, and sub-assemblies, analyze measurement data, identify accuracy and formability issues, and recommend corrective actions. Hands-on experience with metrology equipment, optical scanning systems, and measurement software is essential.

Education

High School Diploma/GED; technical or engineering education preferred

Experience

Minimum 2 years of relevant experience

Travel

Approximately 25%, including the U.S., Canada, and Mexico; hands-on work at manufacturing facilities and suppliers

Overtime

Approximately 20%, including weekends and summer/winter shutdowns

PPE

Hard hat, cap, gloves, earplugs, safety glasses, and steel-toed shoes extending above the ankle (mandatory)

Pay Rate

$25/hr - $35/hr

Application Deadline

30th October

Responsibilities

• Perform dimensional measurements of stamping dies and identify gaps against target specifications.
• Measure stamping panels and sub-assemblies to evaluate dimensional quality, accuracy, and formability.
• Conduct part-to-part (PxP) measurements and nominal-fit vehicle analysis.
• Analyze measurement data and recommend corrective actions to Stamping Process Engineering (PE) and Die Maintenance (D/M) teams.
• Scan completed dies and generate mesh data for NAMC die repair and copy-die preparation.
• Operate and troubleshoot Hexagon, FaroArm, blue-light/ATOS, and other optical or physical measurement systems.
• Use PolyWorks and related software to analyze measurement data, compare color maps, and identify accuracy issues.
• Prepare technical reports and communicate findings to engineering teams and suppliers.
• Maintain sensitive optical, mechanical, and robotic equipment and develop standardized procedures to improve efficiency.
• Provide hands-on technical support during domestic and international travel while following safety requirements.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in metrology, dimensional measurement, or a related technical field; an engineering or technical degree is also relevant.
• Hands-on experience with Hexagon, FaroArm, or similar measurement systems.
• Knowledge of PolyWorks and experience with blue-light scanning, ATOS, Faro, or comparable systems.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to interpret measurement data, identify dimensional deviations, and recommend solutions.
• Strong computer skills, including data analysis and report preparation.
• Ability to work independently, take initiative, and support shop-floor engineering activities.
• Willingness to travel approximately 25% within the U.S., Canada, and Mexico.
• Ability to wear required PPE, including mandatory above-ankle steel-toed shoes.

Preferred Qualifications

• CAD experience and new model launch experience.
• Familiarity with Argus formability software.
• Experience operating and maintaining optical and physical measurement equipment independently.
• Background in stamping dies, tooling, and checking fixtures.
• Experience with die scanning, mesh generation, and color-map comparisons.
• Ability to troubleshoot measurement equipment, work with third-party technical support, and develop standardized procedures.
• Strong mechanical and digital aptitude, with the ability to solve engineering problems with minimal direction.