Prototype Vehicle Technician: Instrumentation & Diagnostics

Magna International Limited; Novi (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Magna International Limited in Novi, MI is seeking a Vehicle Engineering Technician specializing in prototype vehicle assembly and instrumentation. You will diagnose, repair and assemble components for our fleet of engineering vehicles, collaborating with engineers and technicians in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires strong mechanical, pneumatic and electrical aptitude, proficiency with CAN/LIN/FlexRay, and the ability to design, test, and support instrumentation and data collection.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in automotive R&D environment.
• Strong diagnostic troubleshooting with OEM systems (CAN, LIN, HVAC, etc.).
• Willing to travel up to 15% to support fleet needs.
• Prototype vehicle experience.
• Ability to work in cross-functional teams.
• Experience with Linux-based systems.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement or integrate new systems.
• Design, fabricate, assemble, test, deploy, and repair testing rigs and systems.
• Demonstrate electrical skills including harness creation, pinning, and DVOM usage.
• Integrate and test instrumentation such as sensors, transducers, and circuit boards.
• Propose and implement creative solutions to roadblocks and ensure data collection for engineering teams.

Skills

Vehicle engineering

Diagnostics

CAN/LIN/FlexRay

Electrical troubleshooting

Systems integration

Prototype vehicle experience

Leadership skills

Documentation & reporting

Tools

DVOM

Testing rigs

PC diagnostics software

Job description

Magna International Limited in Novi, MI is seeking a Vehicle Engineering Technician specializing in prototype vehicle assembly and instrumentation. You will diagnose, repair and assemble components for our fleet of engineering vehicles, collaborating with engineers and technicians in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires strong mechanical, pneumatic and electrical aptitude, proficiency with CAN/LIN/FlexRay, and the ability to design, test, and support instrumentation and data collection.