Automotive Build Technician I

Belcan Corporation; Dearborn (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

401(k)

Education assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

Belcan Corporation in Dearborn, MI seeks an Instrumentation Technician I to install test equipment in development vehicles, build wiring harnesses, and calibrate sensors. You will install low voltage systems and work with teams on project needs.

The role emphasizes hands-on testing, documentation, and adherence to IQA procedures. The candidate should have a high school diploma, related automotive training, and experience with soldering, crimping, and wiring; ASE or state certifications are a

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Certificate in Automotive Technology or related preferred.
• ASE or state mechanic certifications beneficial.
• Experience with soldering, crimping, and wiring on vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Build and install low voltage wiring harnesses and electrical systems.
• Install, adjust and calibrate sensors and data acquisition systems.
• Collaborate with customers, fabricators and mechanics for sensor placement.
• Perform functional inspections and verify instrumentation QA.
• Maintain shop records and assist with equipment upkeep.

Skills

Low voltage wiring

Sensor calibration

Data acquisition systems

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma

Automotive Technology certificate

ASE Certification

State mechanic certification

Tools

Multimeter

Power supplies

Oscilloscope

Job description

Job Title: Automotive Build Technician I
Location: Dearborn, MI
Zip Code: 48120
Duration: 12 Months
Pay Rate: $22 - $26/hr.
Work Days: M-F
Work Hours: Am Shift
Keyword's: #Dearbornjobs; #AutomotiveTechnicianjobs;
Start Date: Immediate

We provide a competitive pay and benefits package. This position is offering a pay range of $22 - $26/hr. however, Belcan considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to education, experience, geographic location, and discipline. Benefits offered may include health care, dental, vision, life insurance; 401(k); education assistance; paid time off including PTO, holidays, and any other paid leave required by law.

Job Description

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

Job Summary:

The Instrumentation Technician I will install test equipment in development vehicles such as thermocouples, transducers, sensors, fiberoptics, accelerometers. The role will build, modify, adjust and calibrate installed devices. This role will build and install low voltage wire harnesses to drawings and schematics. The Instrumentation Technician I will be mentored and supported by team members on project work and customer interactions.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Build and install low voltage automotive and instrumentation wiring harnesses, auxiliary battery and electrical systems.
• Install, adjust and calibrate sensors, shunts, fiber optics, accelerometers and data acquisition systems.
• Collaborate with Customers, Fabricators, and Mechanics to identify required locations for sensor installation according to Instrumentation Requirement List (IRL).
• Assist in performing complete functional inspection and prove‑out of instrumentation according to Instrumentation Quality Assurance (IQA).
• Diagnose faulty low voltage automotive and instrumentation wiring systems and repair.
• Work with electronic functional and measurement tools, such as power supplies, function generators, and multimeter.
• Maintain records by entering notes into service repair requests.
• Keep shop equipment operating by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, performing preventive maintenance, calling for repairs.
• Participate in daily shop organization and clean‑up.

Education and Experience (required):

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 6 month - year previous experience required.
• Valid driver"s license.

Education and Experience (preferred):

• Certificate in Automotive Technology or related.
• National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certification(s).
• State Mechanic Certification(s).
• Experience performing soldering, crimping, tube bending, component layout and packaging on vehicles or subsystems.

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities (required):

• Able to follow procedures or work instructions provided for assigned projects, such as work requests, shop procedures and shop manuals, publications or schematic diagrams.
• Good organizational skills and works well independently and as part of a team.
• Good communication and time management skills.
• Good attention to detail.

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities (preferred):

• Knowledge of proper installation of thermocouples and pressure transducers.
• Ability to work overtime as needed including weekends

Belcan is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, colour, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.