Prototype Technician

Linamar Corporation; Livonia (MI); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits package

Career advancement

Sustainability Council

Community outreach

Job summary

Linamar Corporation in Michigan is seeking a Prototype Technician to assemble and teardown engineered systems, including engines, PTU, RDU, and powertrain components, and to test pilot pre-production or production units.

You will use precision measuring tools, read technical documentation, and work on test cells; the role emphasizes accurate timecards, IFS ERP travelers, and hands-on maintenance. On-site position with no sponsorship available.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years automotive engine building and machining experience.
• Two-year college/technical/vocational school preferred.
• Automotive engine dynamometer testing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and/or teardown prototype engineered systems such as engines, PTU and RDU, transmissions.
• Perform similar tasks on pilot pre-production, or production systems.
• Analyze failed systems and make recommendations.
• Perform general preventative maintenance and repairs on departmental equipment.
• Install and remove test set-ups within test cells. Monitor operation, provide feedback to management.
• Ensure accurate completion and timely submission of daily timecard .
• Complete job travelers within IFS ERP system as required.
• Be able to use precise measuring tools (micrometers, air gages, dial bore gages, dial indicators, calipers, etc.) and properly operate all equipment.
• Provide basic tools and toolbox as required to complete tasks.

Skills

Engine systems

Precision measurement

MS Office

Technical reading

Report writing

Communication

Mathematical reasoning

Problem solving

Education

Two years automotive engine building experience

Two-year college/technical/vocational school preferred

Automotive engine dynamometer testing experience preferred

Job description

Job Description

Please note: This position is on-site.

At this time, we are not able to offer current or future work authorization transfer or sponsorship.

Prototype Technician

Job Summary

Assemble and/or teardown and test engineered systems such as engines, transmissions, driveline PTU and RDU, and other power generation and industrial systems.

Responsibility

• Assemble and/or teardown prototype engineered systems such as engines, PTU and RDU, transmissions.
• Perform similar tasks on pilot pre-production, or production systems.
• Analyze failed systems and make recommendations.
• Perform general preventative maintenance and make repairs on departmental equipment.
• Install and remove test set-ups within test cells. Monitor operation, provide feedback to management.
• Ensure accurate completion and timely submission of daily timecard .
• Complete job travelers within IFS ERP system as required.
• Be able to use precise measuring tools (micrometers, air gages, dial bore gages, dial indicators, calipers, etc.) and properly operate all equipment.
• Provide basic tools and toolbox as required to complete tasks.

Academic/Educational Requirements

• Minimum two years automotive engine building and machining experience. Two-year college/technical/vocational school preferred. Automotive engine dynamometer testing experience preferred.

Required Skills/Experience

• Complete understanding of engines, transmissions, driveline components and systems.
• Ability to use precision measuring tools and assembly equipment.
• Understanding and practical application of operational shop math, Microsoft Office Tools such as Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Word.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to speak effectively in front of the team or group of customers.
• Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
• Ability to solve practical problems for the engineered systems in 4.1.

What Linamar Has To Offer

• Competitive Compensation
• Employee Benefits package includes but not limited to, Drug, Dental & Vision etc.
• Opportunities for career advancement.
• Sustainability Council
• Community based outreach supporting both local and global initiatives and charities.
• Discounts for local vendors and events, including auto supplier discounts.

About Us

Purchased by Linamar in 2003, McLaren provides design, development, integration, manufacturing, and testing capabilities that provide our customers a world-class, full-service supplier partner that develops complete vehicle powertrain & driveline systems for both the global electrified and traditionally powered vehicles.

With access to state-of-the-art tools and resources, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact alongside a team of driven and passionate professionals. Join us and be part of a company where innovation, collaboration, and growth are at the heart of everything we do.

Linamar Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and encourages diversity in the workplace without regard to any basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Linamar Corporation encourages applications from all qualified individuals and will reasonably accommodate applicants throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process upon request.