Electrical Technician Senior

ROUSH

Allen Park (MI)

On-site

USD 65,000 - 95,000

Full time

7 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Sick time
STD
LTD
401K
Tuition reimbursement
Paid vacation
Paid holidays

Job summary

Roush is seeking an Electrical Technician Senior in Allen Park, MI to build, rework, test, repair, and install wiring harnesses on vehicles and benches. You will mentor teammates, analyze schematics, and ensure quality standards are met across projects.

The role requires 8+ years in electrical work, automotive system knowledge, and strong problem-solving skills. Overtime and weekend work are expected in this hands-on position with full-time benefits.

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future employer sponsorship.
  • Minimum of 8 years of electrical work experience.
  • Broad knowledge of vehicle systems (powertrain, chassis, electrical, thermal, exteriors, interiors) and related components.
  • Mechanical aptitude with basic understanding of automotive systems with ability to crimp and solder wires.
  • Proficient with hand and power tools.
  • Proficient electrical and electronic troubleshooting skills and ability to understand electronic schematics and documentation.
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills.
  • Knowledge of MS Office programs including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
  • Able to work overtime and weekends.

Responsibilities

  • Assemble, install, perform functional and safety tests, reverse engineer, and calibrate tools for wiring and components using hand tools and proper assembly techniques by following work instructions (prints, cut sheets, sample harnesses)
  • Install lights, brackets, and electrical hardware to special test boxes, automotive components, and vehicles according to specifications
  • Test wiring and components for correct operation using a schematic and diagnostic equipment
  • Perform wiring reworks and repairs on bench and vehicle, crimp and solder, de-pin terminal, create basic schematics and reverse engineer harnesses
  • Keep shop equipment operating by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, performing preventive maintenance, calling for repairs
  • Train, coach, and mentor team members related to their job responsibilities and is available as a subject matter expert to assist the team
  • Lead daily shop organization and clean-up

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting
Crimp and solder
Schematic reading
Team mentorship
Communication
MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Education

High school diploma or equivalent
Certificate in Automotive Electrical Technology
ASE Certification(s)

Tools

Diagnostic equipment
MS Office suite
Hand and power tools

Job description

Roush fuses technology and engineering to provide product development solutions to customers in a diverse range of industries. Widely recognized for providing engineering, testing, prototype, and manufacturing services to the transportation industry, Roush also provides significant support to the aerospace, defense and theme park industries. With over 2,400 employees in facilities throughout the United States, Europe, Asia, and South America, our unique combination of creativity and tenacity activates big ideas on a global stage.

The Electrical Technician Senior will build, rework, test, repair, and install wiring harnesses on vehicles and the bench. The role will follow instructions as provided through blueprints, bill of materials, schematics, or piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&ID). The role will follow procedures to set up and run quality checks on various wiring harnesses. The Electrical Technician Senior will mentor and oversee team member’s technical deliverables to ensure Roush and customer standards are met. This position is in Allen Park, MI.

As an Electrical Technician Senior, you will:

  • Assemble, installs, perform functional and safety tests, reverse engineer, and calibrate tools for wiring and components using hand tools and proper assembly techniques by following work instructions (prints, cut sheets, sample harnesses)
  • Install lights, brackets, and electrical hardware to special test boxes, automotive components, and vehicles according to specifications
  • Testwiring and components for correct operation using a schematic and diagnostic equipment
  • Perform wiring reworks and repairs on bench and vehicle, crimp and solder, de-pin terminal, create basic schematics and reverse engineer harnesses
  • Keep shop equipment operating by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, performing preventive maintenance, calling for repairs
  • Train, coach, and mentor team members related to their job responsibilities and is available as a subject matter expert to assist the team
  • Lead daily shop organization and clean-up

To be considered as an Electrical Technician Senior, you will need:

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future employer sponsorship
  • Minimum of 8 years of electrical work experience
  • Broad knowledge of vehicle systems (powertrain, chassis, electrical, thermal, exteriors, interiors, etc.) and related components (materials & fasteners)
  • Mechanical aptitude with basic understanding of automotive systems with ability to crimp and solder wires
  • Proficient with hand and power tools
  • Proficient electrical and electronic troubleshooting skills and ability to understand electronic schematics and electronic part documentation
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills
  • Knowledge of MS Office programs including Word, Excel, and Outlook
  • Able to work overtime and weekends

Preferred Skills & Experience:

  • 8+ years of automotive electrical troubleshooting
  • Experience building and reworking automotive electrical wire harnesses
  • Certificate in Automotive Electrical Technology or related
  • National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certification(s)
  • Valid driver’s license
  • Experience installing components on circuit boards

Our full-time benefits include: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, earned sick time, STD, LTD, 401K, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation, paid holidays, and more.

Roush is an EO employer – Veterans/Disabled and other protected categories

If you need a reasonable accommodation for our employment application process due to disability, please contact Roush Talent Acquisition at (734) 779-7087.

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