Prototype Diesel Technician

Technical Professionals Group • Denver, CO

61d • Onsite

About The Position

TPG is seeking a motivated, dependable Prototype Diesel Technician to support heavy vehicle testing, performance, and maintenance in Commerce City, Colorado. The technician will maintain and repair pre-production test vehicles, conduct safety inspections and specialized test procedures, and clearly document findings. The role also includes fabricating and installing instrumentation, supporting disabled vehicles through service calls, and driving company vehicles—including tractor-trailers for full shifts when needed. Travel away from the dedicated home test facility is required and may include Alaska, Las Vegas, Indiana, and other states.

This is a safety-sensitive position. Employees must be drug-free and pass DOT drug screening before employment. The work environment may be dusty and noisy, with exposure to changing interior and exterior temperatures and varied noise levels. Physical activities include standing, bending, stooping, reaching, twisting, pushing, pulling, carrying, and moving items weighing up to 50 pounds or more. Weekend or overtime work may be needed for test validation.

TPG works with a variety of vehicle manufacturers to test and validate vehicles. The company emphasizes delivering strong customer results and fostering professional growth, and offers the opportunity to work alongside OEMs contributing to truck technology development.

Requirements

• At least two years of heavy-duty diesel technician experience.
• Working knowledge of diagnostic software and tools, and willingness and ability to learn new diagnostic platforms.
• Ability to perform annual FAI inspections on commercial motor vehicles, systems, or components.
• Willingness and ability to conduct weekly or monthly preventative maintenance inspections as directed by engineering.
• Flexibility to work weekends or overtime when test validation requires it.
• Strong organization, attention to detail, dedication to assignments, and commitment to safety and quality.
• Proficiency with PC hardware and Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and Outlook, and ability to interface with data-collection and diagnostic devices.
• Ability to work cooperatively and professionally in a fast-paced, diverse, technically challenging environment.
• Strong English communication skills, both verbal and written, including technical documentation.
• Valid, active driver's license and a clean motor vehicle driving record.
• Ability to operate company-owned vehicles in compliance with applicable laws and company policies.
• Ability to provide mobile support to disabled vehicles as needed.
• General working knowledge of commercial motor vehicles.
• Willingness to travel away from the dedicated home test facility, including to Alaska, Las Vegas, Indiana, and other states.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be drug-free and pass DOT drug screening prior to employment.
• Ability to perform essential job functions in environments with varied noise levels and changing interior and exterior temperatures.
• Ability to stand, bend, stoop, reach, twist, push, pull, carry, and move items weighing up to 50 pounds or more.

Nice To Haves

• Machine shop experience and basic fabrication skills.
• CDL Class A license; preferred but not required.
• Associate's degree in automotive technology or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Perform instructed tests and repairs with careful attention to detail.
• Document tests, repairs, and vehicle configurations in clear, descriptive notes.
• Fabricate and install instrumentation as needed to conduct tests.
• Perform maintenance and repairs on pre-production test vehicles, safety inspections, and specialized test procedures.
• Conduct annual FAI inspections on commercial motor vehicles, systems, or components.
• Conduct weekly or monthly preventative maintenance inspections as communicated by engineering.
• Provide mobile support and service calls for disabled vehicles as needed.
• Operate company-owned vehicles in accordance with motor vehicle laws and company policies; drive a tractor-trailer for full shifts when needed.
• Travel away from the dedicated home test facility as required.
• Perform other assigned duties, which may include shop cleaning, oil changes, engine overhauls, and driving.

Benefits

• Hourly pay with potential for overtime, paid weekly through direct deposit.
• 401(k).
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Life insurance.
• Short-term disability.
• Paid time off.
• Paid holidays.
• Opportunity to work in the automotive industry alongside OEMs contributing to truck technology development.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED