Technician

Pacer Group; Georgetown (KY); On-site; USD 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k)

Job summary

Pacer Group in Georgetown, KY seeks an experienced Technician specializing in automotive quality metrology to support new model development. You will inspect body welding tooling and verify part accuracy using portable CMM systems, 3D measurement software, and metrology tools.

The role emphasizes hands-on inspection, data analysis, and collaboration with engineering and quality teams, with travel up to 25% and the ability to work independently, including overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years automotive/aerospace metrology QA, sheet-metal preferred.
• Strong knowledge of automotive body structure and welding processes.
• Hands-on portable CMM, scanners, laser trackers experience.
• Experience with FARO, VectorArm, Perceptron, Leica or Creaform.
• Experience with 3D metrology software (PolyWorks, CAM2, SCENE, PC-DMIS).
• 3D modeling experience is a plus.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and use of small hand tools.
• Proficient with Excel/Office suite.
• Willingness to travel 25% domestically and internationally.
• Able to work independently and in a team; physically capable.

Responsibilities

• Inspect body welding tooling and components for quality and accuracy.
• Measure parts using portable CMM equipment (FARO, VectorArm, Perceptron, Leica, Creaform).
• Support first builds and pre-production activities.
• Analyze data from PolyWorks, CATIA, and 3D imaging systems.
• Perform part-quality inspections with hand tools and fixtures.
• Troubleshoot equipment and fit issues; adjust datums as needed.
• Create and maintain project schedules and milestones.
• Collaborate with engineering, quality, and project teams; also work independently.
• Occasionally work weekends/holidays and overtime as required.

Skills

Quality metrology

Portable CMM

3D measurement

Excel

Teamwork

Sheet-metal QA

Welding processes

Self-starter

Travel 25%

Tools

FARO

VectorArm

Perceptron

Leica

Creaform

PolyWorks

CAM2

PC-DMIS

CATIA

Job description

Duration: : 12 Months with the possibility of extension

Domain: Automotive

Pay Rate: $30–$35/hr W2

Application Deadline: Last date for receipt of applications Oct 10, 2026

Qualifications:

• 2–5 years of automotive or aerospace quality/metrology experience, preferably in sheet-metal QA.
• Strong knowledge of automotive body structure and body welding processes.
• Hands-on experience with portable CMM equipment, scanners, and laser trackers.
• Experience with equipment such as FARO, VectorArm, Perceptron, Leica, or Creaform.
• Experience with 3D comparison and metrology software, such as PolyWorks, CAM2, SCENE, or PC-DMIS.
• Experience with 3D modeling software is a plus.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to use small hand tools for adjusting and modifying part datums.
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to create, maintain, and manage schedules.
• Ability to work independently and effectively within a team environment.
• Ability to perform medium to heavy physical work.
• Flexible and able to adapt to daily changes in priorities and assignments.
• Self-starter with strong motivation to continuously improve technical skills and learn new technologies.
• Willingness and ability to travel 25% domestically and internationally.

Job Description:

We are seeking an experienced Technician with a strong background in automotive or aerospace quality metrology and body structure. This role will support new model development by inspecting body welding tooling, verifying part accuracy, and supporting first-build and pre-production activities. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with portable CMM equipment, 3D measurement systems, and sheet-metal quality assurance.

Responsibilities:

• Inspect body welding tooling, accessories, and components for quality and accuracy.
• Perform part and tooling measurements using portable CMM equipment, including FARO, VectorArm, Perceptron, Leica, and Creaform systems.
• Support first builds, sheet-metal sub-assembly trials, and body-build activities during pre-production events.
• Gather and analyze part information from digital engineering systems such as PolyWorks, CATIA, and 3D imaging software.
• Perform part-quality inspections using hand tools, quality-checking fixtures, scanners, laser trackers, and other metrology equipment.
• Troubleshoot equipment, tooling, parts, and part-fitting issues.
• Analyze part and sub-assembly measurement data and provide feedback to project leaders.
• Make adjustments or modifications to part datums using small hand tools as required.
• Create and maintain project schedules and support production milestones.
• Work collaboratively with engineering, quality, and project teams while also operating independently.
• Support work on weekends, holidays, off shifts, and overtime as required.
• Adapt to changing priorities and continuously develop knowledge of new technologies and processes.

BENEFITS

Medical | Dental | Vision | 401(k)

EEOC Compliance:

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.

DISCLAIMER

AI Usage Policy: Pacer Group uses AI to assist in screening applications. Final hiring decisions are made by human recruiters based on qualifications and experience.