Senior Test Technician (1149720)

The Judge Group; Farmington Hills (MI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Judge Group is seeking a Senior Test Technician in Farmington Hills, MI to support product evaluation and prototype testing in an engineering lab. This is a hands-on technician role focused on assembling, calibrating, and maintaining test setups while following engineering procedures.

Open to recent graduates with a 2-year technical degree; automotive exposure is a plus. On-site Direct Hire with opportunities to grow technical skills within the team.

Qualifications

• 2-year technical degree preferred.
• Hands-on experience in mechanical/electrical environments.
• Automotive experience beneficial but not required.
• Open to junior candidates and recent graduates.
• Willing to learn and grow with the team.

Responsibilities

• Conduct product evaluation and prototype testing according to engineering test procedures.
• Instrument vehicles and/or equipment for data collection.
• Build test fixtures and experimental test setups.
• Assemble prototype subassemblies from schematics, sketches, and verbal instructions.
• Perform preventive maintenance on assigned test equipment.
• Troubleshoot test systems and determine causes of equipment malfunctions.
• Perform calibration checks using test instruments.
• Disassemble, inspect, repair, and reassemble vehicle components/systems.
• Assist with training and providing work direction to engineering technicians as needed.

Skills

Hands-on

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Follow instructions

Willing to learn

Education

Associate degree

Tools

Test equipment

Job description

Location:

Farmington Hills, MI

Salary:

$75,000.00 USD Annually - $90,000.00 USD Annually

Senior Test Technician

The company is hiring a Test Technician to support product evaluation and prototype testing within an engineering/laboratory environment. The role is primarily a hands-on technician position, not a traditional Test Engineer opening. The technician will conduct product tests according to engineering procedures, operate and maintain test equipment, troubleshoot test systems, assemble prototype components/subassemblies, build test fixtures/setups, perform calibration checks, and disassemble/repair/reassemble vehicle components as needed.

Direct Hire

On Site

Hiring Team Clarification / Ideal Profile

• Hiring team wants to treat this as a technician-level role, rather than a Test Engineer position.
• 2-year technical degree / Associate's degree is the preferred educational background.
• Open to junior-level candidates, including recent graduates and candidates with limited professional experience.
• Strong preference for hands‑on candidates, mechanically/electrically inclined, able to follow instructions, troubleshoot problems, and willing to learn and grow with the team.
• Automotive experience is highly beneficial but should not be treated as an absolute requirement for the right technical candidate.
• Candidates with strong hands‑on experience in mechanical, electrical, mechatronics, manufacturing, laboratory, prototype, or equipment environments may be transferable.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct product evaluation and prototype testing according to engineering test procedures.
• Instrument vehicles and/or equipment for data collection.
• Build test fixtures and experimental test setups.
• Assemble prototype subassemblies from schematics, sketches, and verbal instructions.
• Perform preventive maintenance on assigned test equipment.
• Troubleshoot test systems and determine causes of equipment malfunctions.
• Perform calibration checks using test instruments.
• Disassemble, inspect, repair, and reassemble vehicle components/systems.
• Assist with training and providing work direction to engineering technicians as needed.

Experience Level

• Open to recent graduates through approximately 4 years of experience.
• Candidates without the preferred education may qualify with significant relevant hands‑on experience.
• Do not require extensive professional testing experience if the candidate demonstrates strong technical aptitude and hands‑on capability.