Tools Technician

Magna International; Southfield (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Magna Electronics in Southfield, MI, is seeking a Tools Technician to assemble, test, troubleshoot, and repair DV/PV tester hardware while ensuring compliance with lab and testing standards. You will perform mechanical assembly, cable testing, PCB rework, and use tools such as oscilloscopes, soldering equipment, and microscopes to support hardware and firmware development.

The role requires an AA degree or equivalent with 6 years in the automotive industry; read schematics, bring-up PCBs, record

Qualifications

• AA Degree or equivalent work experience in a related discipline.
• Experience soldering and inspecting PCBA’s.
• Working knowledge of DMM, Oscilloscope, Video Scope, etc.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, test, troubleshoot/repair DV/PV tester hardware.
• Use hand tools, microscope, and soldering equipment.
• Mechanical assembly of prototype systems and cable qualifications/testing.

Skills

Soldering

Troubleshooting

Read schematics

PCB bring‑up

Documentation

Communication

Education

AA Degree or equivalent

Tools

Oscilloscope

Soldering equipment

DMM

Microscope

PCB layout viewer

Job description

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What We Offer

At Magna, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you help develop industry‑leading automotive technologies. We invest in our employees, providing the support and resources they need to succeed. As a member of our global team, you will encounter exciting, varied responsibilities and a wide range of development prospects because we believe that your career path should be as unique as you are.

Group Summary

Transforming mobility. Making automotive technology that is smarter, cleaner, safer and lighter. We are a premier supplier for the global automotive industry with full capabilities in design, development, testing and manufacturing of complex electronic systems. Our name stands for quality, environmental consciousness and safety. Innovation drives us—we drive innovation. Dream big and create the future of mobility at Magna Electronics.

Job Summary

The Tools Technician will assemble, test, troubleshoot, and repair DV/PV tester hardware while ensuring compliance with all Lab and Testing standards. This role involves mechanical assembly, cable testing, PCB rework, and the use of tools such as oscilloscopes, soldering equipment, and microscopes to support hardware and firmware development.

Job Functions (Essential)

• Efficiently and effectively perform assembly, testing & troubleshooting/repair of DV/PV tester hardware.
• Utilize hand tools, microscope, and soldering equipment.
• Mechanical assembly of prototype systems.
• Perform cable qualifications, testing and modifications.
• Interact with hardware and firmware engineers to communicate results.
• Read schematics and assist in PCB bring‑up and debug. Create rework documentation.
• Work from product specifications and written/verbal instructions.
• Record build data and testing results.
• Maintain detailed documentation throughout all phases of development, testing and analysis.

Job Requirements

Education/Experience

• AA Degree or equivalent work experience in a related discipline and 6 years of related experience in the automotive industry.

Technical Knowledge

• Able to solder and inspect PCBA’s.
• Working knowledge of DMM, Oscilloscope, Video Scope, etc.
• Experience with automotive requirements and design preferred.
• Working knowledge of product development engineering practices in the automotive field.
• Working knowledge of IPC A610.
• Adhere to ISO 16949 procedures and maintain compliance.
• Maintain a clean and ESD‑safe work area.
• Familiar with PCB layout viewer.

Practical Knowledge

• Working in a planned and structured approach.
• Working knowledge of problem‑solving techniques.
• Key Customer Specific Requirements (CSR) – as applicable.

Personal Requirements

• Able to work in a dynamic, fast‑paced team environment.
• Able to work effectively in a global environment.
• Able to represent technical topics internally and externally.
• Able to demonstrate expert communication and interpersonal skills.
• Able to work independently with little to no supervision.

Computer Skills

• CAN, LIN and other automotive networks and related tools a plus.
• Knowledge of MS Office package.

Awareness, Unity, Empowerment

At Magna, we believe that a diverse workforce is critical to our success. We are an equal‑opportunity employer and hire based on experience and qualifications, in consideration of job requirements, regardless of color, ancestry, religion, gender, origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity. Magna respects and protects the privacy of your personal information. We discourage you from sending applications via email or traditional mail to comply with GDPR requirements and local data‑privacy laws.

Worker Type

Regular / Permanent

Group

Magna Electronics