Laboratory Technician - Automotive

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Job Title: Mechanical Technician (Vehicle Lab testing & Fabrication)

Location: Warren, MI

52 Weeks contract

Chance for an extension – after 6-9 months they would like to bring the person direct if they are a good fit

1st Shift - 6am to 2:30pm / 7am to 3:30pm M-F

Key Responsibilities

Test Planning & Execution

Build, set up, and run full vehicle, subsystem, and component structural tests using SDL rigs (multi axis shakers, 4DOF/6DOF rigs, static/dynamic tools, chambers, solar room, etc.).
Execute durability, development, and problem solving tests to support VDDV, valuations, plants, and suppliers (e.g., closures, anchorage, power closures, chassis, wiper systems, mastic and seal evaluations).
Support and, when trained, lead FMVSS/CMVSS/ECE regulatory test execution to certified procedures and standard work.
Design, fabricate, modify, and maintain fixtures, brackets, and special test hardware (welding, machining, fabrication) to safely and efficiently execute standard and non-standard tests.
Develop creative test solutions and tooling (e.g., slurry/corrosion fixtures, non-invasive data acquisition setups, unique closure tools) that improve safety, reduce cost, and enable new capability for SDL and partner labs.
Set up, operate, and troubleshoot servo hydraulic and electro mechanical test systems, including drive files, load control, and trend monitoring for multi axis rigs and static/dynamic tools.
Perform basic calibration checks, functional checks, and system readiness verifications before and during testing.
Follow SDL procedures and standard work to ensure high quality test execution and traceable results for development, PRTS, and warranty investigations.
Clearly communicate test status, issues, and results to SDL engineers, EMTS, and stakeholders; contribute to tours and demos that explain SDL capabilities.
Participate in SDL skills/flex chart development by cross training on priority skills (regulatory tests, instrumentation support, hydraulics/multi axis rigs, SDV 2.0 troubleshooting, etc.).
 

Qualification:

Education requirement - Associate’s degree in Mechanical, Automotive, Engineering Technology, or related technical field, or equivalent hands‑on experience in test labs, fabrication, or automotive service.
Years of experience – at least 5 years of experience in fabrication and/or test labs 
Waterjet experience – bonus 
Welding experience – bonus 
Hydraulic experience – bonus 
Fabrication – nice to have 
Want someone with wrenching abilities, use a drill press, band saw 
This is a very hands-on role 
 

Top 3 Skills

Mechanical ability/work – for example someone that can take a part a car and put it back together
Computer Skills – ability to learn the client systems and familiar with computers 
At least 5 years of experience in fabrication and/or test labs (preferably test lab experience over fabrication)

OpTech/GTECH are Equal Opportunity Employers (EOE), all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Applying for this role is acknowledgement that automated systems and AI-assisted technologies may be used in recruiting operations.