Prototype Technician

Linamar Corporation • Livonia, MI

3h • Onsite

About The Position

Assemble and/or teardown and test engineered systems such as engines, transmissions, driveline PTU and RDU, and other power generation and components. Working directly with and involving structural components and driveline systems in a test lab environment. McLaren, purchased by Linamar in 2003, provides design, development, integration, manufacturing, and testing capabilities, serving as a world-class, full-service supplier partner for complete vehicle powertrain & driveline systems for both global electrified and traditionally powered vehicles. With access to state-of-the-art tools and resources, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact alongside a team of driven and passionate professionals. Join us and be part of a company where innovation, collaboration, and growth are at the heart of everything we do.

Requirements

• Minimum two years automotive and/or mechanical experience.
• Complete understanding of engines, transmissions, driveline components and systems.
• Ability to use precision measuring tools and assembly equipment.
• Understanding and practical application of operational shop math, Microsoft Office Tools such as Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Word.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to speak effectively in front of the team or group of customers.
• Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
• Ability to solve practical problems for the engineered systems in 4.1.

Nice To Haves

• Two-year college/technical/vocational school preferred.
• Automotive Test Lab experience preferred.
• Experience with servo-hydraulic actuators and driveline testing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and/or teardown prototype engineered systems such as engines, PTU and RDU, transmissions.
• Perform similar tasks on pilot pre-production, or production systems.
• Analyze failed systems and make recommendations.
• Perform general preventative maintenance and make repairs on departmental equipment.
• Install and remove test set-ups within test cells. Monitor operation, provide feedback to management.
• Ensure accurate completion and timely submission of daily timecard.
• Follow work instructions, Job Travelers, and Work Requests
• Be able to use precise measuring tools (micrometers, air gages, dial bore gages, dial indicators, calipers, etc.) and properly operate all equipment.
• Provide basic tools and toolbox as required to complete tasks.

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation
• Employee Benefits package includes but not limited to, Drug, Dental & Vision etc.
• Opportunities for career advancement.
• Sustainability Council
• Community based outreach supporting both local and global initiatives and charities.
• Discounts for local vendors and events, including auto supplier discounts.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees