Ford Vehicle Technician Address:

800 Republic Dr, Allen Park, MI 48101

Duration:

6-Month Contract w/

Ext Schedule:

Flexible Hours (8:00 AM-5:00 PM or 10:00 AM-7:00 PM)

Pay Rate:

24/hr-36/hr About the Role Our client is seeking a hands-on Vehicle Technician to support the design, assembly, testing, and validation of custom hardware systems used for vehicle and software development. This role sits between a traditional technician and an engineer, making it a great fit for someone who enjoys working with vehicles, electronics, wiring, and custom builds. The team builds test benches, wiring harnesses, and rack-mounted hardware systems from the ground up. Ideal candidates are naturally curious, enjoy building things, and take pride in creating clean, organized electrical and mechanical systems. Required Skills & Experience 1+ year of hands-on experience as an Electrical Technician, Electronics Technician, Vehicle Technician, or similar role OR relevant technical/trade school training Experience building, troubleshooting, or testing wiring harnesses Understanding of electrical fundamentals including: Power & Ground Voltage & Continuity Ohm's Law Multimeter Usage Ability to read and interpret wiring diagrams, schematics, or technical drawings Strong troubleshooting, diagnostic, and problem-solving skills Highly detail-oriented with strong organizational skills Preferred Skills & Experience Automotive, EV, motorsports, robotics, aerospace, hardware lab, or prototype build experience Personal vehicle projects, fabrication work, racing, engine swaps, restorations, or automotive enthusiast experience Experience with wiring harness design or harness diagrams Familiarity with CAN Bus and Ethernet communication protocols Basic Linux command line experience Experience working with electronics, PCB assemblies, hardware validation, or test equipment Responsibilities Build and assemble custom wiring harnesses and electrical systems from engineering diagrams Support the design and integration of hardware modules, test benches, and rack-based systems Create, modify, and maintain harness diagrams and documentation Install and route wiring while maintaining clean, organized, and serviceable builds Perform electrical testing, validation, and troubleshooting using multimeters and diagnostic equipment Work with CAN and Ethernet-based communication systems Utilize basic Linux shell commands to validate and test hardware modules Convert engineering designs and schematics into functional, testable hardware builds Collaborate with engineering teams to support vehicle development and software validation efforts

Job Types:

Full-time, Contract Pay:

$24.00 - $36.00 per hour

Work Location:

In person