Mechanical & Thermal Lab Technician – Automotive Electronics

General Motors; Michigan; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

General Motors seeks a Mechanical & Thermal Engineering Technician to support development, testing, and validation of IHED and next-generation vehicle technologies. This hands-on role covers test setup, instrumentation, data collection, and execution of mechanical, thermal, and environmental tests on electronic modules and components.

You will work closely with Mechanical, Thermal, and Electrical Engineering teams to ensure high-quality, repeatable test results, contribute to data-driven

Qualifications

• Associate degree, technical certification, or equivalent experience in Mechanical, Electrical, or Mechatronics Technology.
• 5+ years in an engineering, electronics, thermal, or validation lab.
• Experience with thermal, environmental, vibration, and shock testing.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and test procedures.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and safety focus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and execute mechanical, thermal, and environmental tests on electronic modules, PCBs, and enclosures.
• Install and configure sensors and instrumentation, and ensure reliable data collection.
• Capture, organize, and maintain test data, photos, and setup documentation.
• Maintain a safe, clean laboratory environment and support equipment maintenance.
• Collaborate with Mechanical, Thermal, and Electrical Engineers to meet test objectives.

Skills

Reading engineering drawings

Excel proficiency

Attention to detail

Safety focus

Education

Associate degree or technical certification

Tools

DAQ systems

Thermocouples

Strain gauges

Vibration testing equipment

Job description

General Motors seeks a Mechanical & Thermal Engineering Technician to support development, testing, and validation of IHED and next-generation vehicle technologies. This hands-on role covers test setup, instrumentation, data collection, and execution of mechanical, thermal, and environmental tests on electronic modules and components.

You will work closely with Mechanical, Thermal, and Electrical Engineering teams to ensure high-quality, repeatable test results, contribute to data-driven