Precision Hardware Test Technician - EV & Autonomy

Intrepid Control Systems; Troy (MI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Intrepid Control Systems in Troy, Michigan, is seeking a Manufacturing Technician to build and test advanced hardware used by top automotive engineers. The role is based at our Troy headquarters and focuses on hands-on assembly and rigorous testing to ensure product quality.

The position involves functional testing of electronic units, final assembly, burn-in stress testing, and close collaboration with production, engineering, and quality teams to drive continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Experience performing functional tests and burn‑in procedures on electronic hardware.
• Ability to read and interpret assembly instructions and test documentation.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to consistently follow established procedures.
• Comfortable using computers and diagnostic software in a production environment.

Responsibilities

• Functional Testing of completed units: verifying performance of Ethernet ports, CAN/LIN interfaces, USB, LEDs, and other key features using diagnostic tools and software.
• Final Assembly of electronic products: installing printed circuit boards into protective enclosures, attaching connectors, membranes, labeling, and preparing for final testing.
• Burn-in Testing: executing stress tests to validate hardware reliability and robustness. Documentation: logging test results, reporting defects, and providing feedback to engineering and production teams to improve product quality continuously.
• Collaboration: working with production, engineering, and quality assurance teams to support smooth product flow and continuous improvement.

Skills

Functional testing

Final assembly

Burn-in testing

Collaboration

Tools

Diagnostic software

Job description

About:

Do you get excited about technology, precision work, and hands-on problem solving? Want to be part of a team that's shaping the future of autonomous vehicles, electric mobility, and automotive cybersecurity?

Description

About:

Do you get excited about technology, precision work, and hands-on problem solving? Want to be part of a team that's shaping the future of autonomous vehicles, electric mobility, and automotive cybersecurity?

Join Intrepid Control Systems as a Manufacturing Technician and play a vital role in building and testing advanced hardware used by some of the world’s top automotive engineers—all from our Troy, Michigan headquarters.

Why Intrepid?

When you join Intrepid, you’re not just building hardware—you’re helping build the future of mobility. Our innovative tools are trusted by top automakers, and your work will directly support development in electric vehicles, autonomous driving, cybersecurity, and more. We offer a supportive environment and hands-on training.

Requirements

Essential Job Functions:

• Functional Testing of completed units: verifying performance of Ethernet ports, CAN/LIN interfaces, USB, LEDs, and other key features using diagnostic tools and software.
• Final Assembly of electronic products: installing printed circuit boards into protective enclosures, attaching connectors, membranes, labeling, and preparing for final testing.
• Burn-in Testing: executing stress tests to validate hardware reliability and robustness. Documentation: logging test results, reporting defects, and providing feedback to engineering and production teams to improve product quality continuously.
• Collaboration: working with production, engineering, and quality assurance teams to support smooth product flow and continuous improvement.
  
  

Skills

• Experience performing functional tests and burn-in procedures on electronic hardware.
• Ability to read and interpret assembly instructions and test documentation.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to consistently follow established procedures.
• Comfortable using computers and diagnostic software in a production environment.
• A team-player mindset with a strong work ethic and desire to build high-quality, innovative products.