Vehicle Technician

ZF; Michigan; On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Incentive Plan

Paid Vacation

Personal Time

401k Plan

Health Care Benefits

Paid Holidays (13 fixed holidays)

Job summary

ZF Active Safety US Inc. in Livonia, MI seeks a Vehicle Technician to perform brake component installation and repair on prototype vehicles. You will assist engineers with test equipment, support customer demonstrations, and help with winter test supply logistics as needed.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, with a preference for an associate degree in automotive technology and automotive certifications. A valid driver’s license is required; CDL is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Associate degree in automotive technology preferred.
• Automotive certifications are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform brake component installation and repair on prototype vehicles.
• Assist engineers during installation and transfer of test measurement equipment.
• Support customer vehicle demonstrations as required.
• Assist with delivery or procurement of winter test supplies as needed.
• Interface with internal and external customers on technical matters.
• Maintain engineering procedures to meet cost, reliability and manufacturing goals.
• Provide facility maintenance support when needed.

Skills

Brake systems knowledge

Vehicle instrumentation

Valid driver license

CDL preferred

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate Degree in Automotive Technology

Automotive Certifications

Job description

Vehicle Technician
Country/Region: US
Location: Livonia, MI, US, 48150
Req ID 85015 | Livonia Tech I, United States ZF Active Safety US Inc.

Job Description

About the team:

We are looking for a new colleague in our Vehicle Garage at our location in Livonia, MI! The Chassis Solutions Division of ZF North America offers application specific solutions for a variety of different automotive Steering, Braking, Suspension and Chassis Components. Continued growth in our Livonia, MI office has created an opportunity for an experienced professional to join our team!

What you can look forward to as a Vehicle Technician:

• Performing brake component installation and repair on various prototype vehicles


• Assist engineers during installation and transfer of test measurement equipment.


• Support customer vehicle demonstrations as required.


• Assist with delivery or procurement of winter test supplies on a limited basis.


• Interface and communicate with both internal and external customers on technical matters.


• Maintain appropriate engineering procedures throughout the product development process to achieve engineering deliverables which include cost, reliability and manufacturing objectives.


• Provide assistance with facility maintenance on a limited basis.

Your profile as a Vehicle Technician:

• Minimum of High School Diploma or equivalent. Associate Degree in Automotive Technology or Automotive Certifications preferred.


• Valid driver license required with CDL preferred.


• Solid knowledge and understanding of vehicle brake systems required.


• Basic computer and vehicle instrumentation skills required.


• Vehicle test training will be provided during orientation as well as \"on the job\" training including health & safety procedures.

Why you should choose ZF in Livonia, MI?

• A supportive collaborative team environment


• Annual Incentive Plan


• Paid Vacation
  
• Personal Time


• 401k Plan


• Health Care Benefits


• Paid Holidays (13 fixed holidays)


• A strong diversity culture


• Supportive Employee Groups and community outreach activities

Contact

Bethany Vijayakumar

DIVERSITY COMMITMENT:

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are more than just words for us. They are at the core of the ZF Way that propels our team members towards their utmost success. We strive to build and nurture a culture where inclusiveness is a natural reflex. We actively seek ways to remove barriers so that every member of ZF can rise to their full potential. We aim to embed this in our legacy through how we operate and build our products as we shape next generation mobility, safety, sustainability and social justice.

With four generations across 118 nationalities in 41 countries, ZF combines a unique variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and ideas. Together, we solve problems, drive innovation and shape next generation mobility.

Our company is committed to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity and to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment with us and are in need of accommodation or special assistance to navigate our website or to complete your application, please contact us. Requests for reasonable accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. ZF is an Equal Opportunity and Affluent Action Employer and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law. Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer M/F/Disability/Veteran

What does DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion) mean for ZF as a company?

At ZF, we continuously strive to build and maintain a culture where inclusiveness is lived and diversity is valued. We actively seek ways to remove barriers so that all our employees can rise to their full potential. We aim to embed this vision in our legacy through how we operate and build our products as we shape the future of mobility.