Subject Matter Expert (Automotive)

Title: Subject Matter Expert (Automotive)

Pay rate: $57/hr. on w2  

Shift Timing (Day/ Evening/ Night): General Shift Timings 

Duration: 12+ months

Job Description:

• Automotive Technical Subject Matter Expert (SME)
• Hybrid Role- Must be driving distance to Troy, MI Office.
• Client is seeking a highly skilled Subject Matter Expert (SME) with strong automotive technical experience, ideally gained in a dealership environment.
• This role works closely with a curriculum development team and other SMEs to research, develop, validate, and support service technical training courses.
• A strong focus on diesel engine performance, diagnostics, and repair is essential.
• The ideal candidate has extensive hands-on diesel experience, advanced diagnostic skills, and the ability to translate complex technical content into effective learning materials.
   

Required Education:

• Minimum of five (5) years automotive technician experience, with a strong focus on diesel engine systems, performance, and diagnostics
• Formal automotive or diesel technology training is a plus but not required
• High school diploma or equivalent required
   

Special Requirements:

• Diesel-specific ASE certifications (e.g., A9 Diesel Engine Performance) – Required.
• Current ASE certifications A1 through A8 - Strongly Preferred.
   

Required Experience:

• Minimum five (5) years automotive technical experience, including extensive diesel diagnostic and repair work.
• ASE Certified Master Automotive Technician.
• Strong understanding of complex mechanical and electrical systems.
• Advanced diagnostic experience using equipment such as diesel performance tools,
• OEM scan tools, oscilloscopes, digital multimeters, air conditioning recycling equipment, and vibration diagnostic equipment.
• Ability to work with customers, peers, and curriculum teams in a collaborative environment.
• Intermediate computer skills including use of Microsoft Office and online research.
• Ability to adapt to evolving technologies and project requirements.
• Strong organizational, time-management, and communication skills.
• Experience in developing web-based and hands-on technical training – Preferred.
• Technical writing experience.
• GM dealership technician experience – Plus.
   

Required Knowledge:

• Strong working knowledge of diesel engine performance, aftertreatment systems, mechanical systems, and electrical systems.
• Up-to-date understanding of modern diesel technologies and diagnostic strategies.
• Knowledge of adult learning principles and competency-based training approaches.
• Experience with multiple training delivery methods: video, web-based, virtual classroom, and instructor-led hands-on training.
• Ability to navigate and utilize computer software (MS Office, training platforms).
• Understanding of dealership service environments and technical training center operations.
• Effective verbal communication and public speaking skills.
   

Required Skills:

• Highly motivated, task-driven, and detail-oriented.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Able to complete work independently with minimal supervision.
• Comfortable managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Team-focused with strong interpersonal skills.
• Proficient with general automotive tools and advanced diagnostic equipment such as digital multimeters, oscilloscopes, and scan tools.

• Automotive Technical Subject Matter Expert (SME)
• Hybrid Role- Must be driving distance to Troy, MI Office.
• Client is seeking a highly skilled Subject Matter Expert (SME) with strong automotive technical experience, ideally gained in a dealership environment.
• This role works closely with a curriculum development team and other SMEs to research, develop, validate, and support service technical training courses.
• A strong focus on diesel engine performance, diagnostics, and repair is essential.
• The ideal candidate has extensive hands-on diesel experience, advanced diagnostic skills, and the ability to translate complex technical content into effective learning materials.