Automotive Electrical Test Technician
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Type: Contract to Hire
Location: Rochester Hills, MI
Description
Join Synergy Solutions as a contingent Automotive Electrical Test Technician supporting automotive engineering teams on critical electrical testing and development initiatives. These flexible roles provide hands-on experience in innovative environments and are perfect for professionals looking to make a meaningful impact. You’ll have the opportunity to expand your technical skills, work with advanced automotive electrical systems, and grow within a dynamic technical setting.
Position Overview:
This position works with automotive test bucks, ECUs, wiring, connectors, sensors, diagnostic equipment, and related components to support vehicle electrical testing and development.
The position is fully onsite in Rochester Hills, Michigan, Monday through Friday during standard business hours.
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
• Build, wire, and connect automotive electrical test systems using ECUs, sensors, connectors, terminals, relays, wiring, and related components.
• Read and interpret automotive wiring diagrams, electrical schematics, connector views, and other technical documentation.
• Mount, organize, and secure ECUs, panels, wiring, brackets, and other test-system components.
• Troubleshoot wiring, power, grounding, communication, and connection issues using appropriate diagnostic and electrical test equipment.
• Support CAN and other automotive communication networks used within electrical test systems.
• Assist with automated test-system setup, software testing, ECU configuration, and diagnostic procedures.
• Perform hands-on electrical testing and verification of automotive test systems and components.
• Maintain wiring documentation, test logs, component records, and other build and testing documentation.
• Identify required components and assist with parts tracking and inventory management.
• Repair or replace damaged, defective, or non-functioning electrical components.
• Assist with ongoing maintenance, modifications, and updates to automotive test systems.
• Support engineers and other technical team members with electrical testing, troubleshooting, system builds, and system updates.
• Follow established safety procedures and technical specifications while performing all assigned work.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.
Desired Skills, Qualifications, and Experience:
• Minimum of 1 year of hands-on experience with automotive electrical systems, electronics, wiring, diagnostics, or a closely related technical field.
• Experience reading and following automotive wiring diagrams, electrical schematics, connector views, and technical documentation.
• Hands-on experience using electrical hand tools, crimpers, multimeters, and related electrical test equipment.
• Ability to troubleshoot electrical wiring, connections, components, power, grounding, and communication issues.
• Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to accurately follow technical instructions.
• Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office.
• Ability to work independently after receiving direction while also collaborating effectively with engineers and technical team members.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to safely use hand tools, electrical equipment, and diagnostic equipment.
Preferred Qualifications
• Experience building or maintaining automotive test bucks, test benches, prototype harnesses, or similar automotive development systems.
• Experience working directly with ECUs, electronic modules, sensors, connectors, and vehicle communication networks.
• Familiarity with CAN, diagnostic protocols, or automotive diagnostic software.
• Experience with automated diagnostics, scan tools, ECU programming/configuration, or software-based testing.
• Experience maintaining technical documentation, parts records, or build-tracking information.
• Technical education or certification in automotive technology, electronics, electrical engineering technology, mechatronics, or a related field.
• Experience supporting automotive engineering, prototype development, or vehicle testing environments.
EEOC:
Synergy Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. In keeping with the values of Synergy, we make all employment decisions without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, physical handicap, mental disability, medical condition, disability, gender or identity or expression, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, marital status, height and/or weight. The list of duties and responsibilities outlined above is representative and may not be a complete and detailed list of tasks. Employee must perform any and all other duties assigned by his or her supervisor. Additionally, this job description does not constitute a contract of employment and that the company may exercise its employment-at-will rights at any time.