Automotive Technician

Job Title: Automotive Technical Subject Matter Expert (SME)

Duration: 11 Months

Location: Troy, MI, 48083

Job Description:

Description:

Automotive Technical Subject Matter Expert (SME)

• Vertex Professional Services (VPS) 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.
• Education Desired
• 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

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

Knowledge Desired

• 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

Comments

• 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