Prototype Automotive Painter - High-End Finishes, Onsite

Advantage Technical; Dearborn (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) Retirement Savings Plans

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Commuter/Parking Accounts

Health Savings Account (HSA)

AD&D Insurance

Job summary

Advantage Technical is seeking an experienced Prototype Automotive Painter in Dearborn, MI. This onsite role focuses on delivering high-quality finishes for vehicle prototypes while collaborating with design, engineering, and fabrication teams.

You will prepare surfaces, apply paints, and ensure color and finish quality in a fast-paced prototype environment. Excellent teamwork and strong communication are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Associate degree is required.
• 3+ years automotive painting incl. rapid prototypes.
• 5+ years paint prep and bodywork.
• 3+ years collaborating with design/engineering teams.
• Strong problem-solving and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Prepare surfaces through filling, sanding, cleaning, masking, priming.
• Mix and apply paints and multi-tone finishes.
• Set up spray equipment and maintain film build.
• Cut, polish, and correct surfaces by hand and machine.
• Match color, gloss, and texture to standards.
• Troubleshoot defects and develop finishing solutions.
• Collaborate with design, engineering, fabrication teams.
• Support prototype build schedules and milestones.
• Follow shop procedures and safety requirements.

Skills

Problem solving

Technical communication

Teamwork

Education

Associate degree

Job description

Advantage Technical is seeking an experienced Prototype Automotive Painter in Dearborn, MI. This onsite role focuses on delivering high-quality finishes for vehicle prototypes while collaborating with design, engineering, and fabrication teams.

You will prepare surfaces, apply paints, and ensure color and finish quality in a fast-paced prototype environment. Excellent teamwork and strong communication are essential for success.