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Prototype Technician

Linamar Corporation
Livonia, MI Full Time
POSTED ON 5/12/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/10/2026
Job Description

Please note:

This position is on-site.

At this time, we are not able to offer current or future work authorization transfer or sponsorship.

Job Title: Prototype Technician  - Midnight Shift

Job Summary

Assemble and/or teardown and test engineered systems such as engines, transmissions, driveline PTU and RDU, and other power generation and components. Working directly with and involving structural components and driveline systems in a test lab environment.

Responsibility

  • Assemble and/or teardown prototype engineered systems such as engines, PTU and RDU, transmissions.
  • Perform similar tasks on pilot pre-production, or production systems.
  • Analyze failed systems and make recommendations.
  • Perform general preventative maintenance and make repairs on departmental equipment.
  • Install and remove test set-ups within test cells.Monitor operation, provide feedback to management.
  • Ensure accurate completion and timely submission of daily timecard.
  • Follow work instructions, Job Travelers, and Work Requests
  • Be able to use precise measuring tools (micrometers, air gages, dial bore gages, dial indicators, calipers, etc.) and properly operate all equipment.
  • Provide basic tools and toolbox as required to complete tasks.

This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of this position and it is not intended to be an exhaustive list of skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities or working conditions associated with the position. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Academic/Educational Requirements

Minimum two years automotive and/or mechanical experience. Two-year college/technical/vocational school preferred. Automotive Test Lab experience preferred. Experience with servo-hydraulic actuators and driveline testing preferred.

Required Skills/Experience

  • Complete understanding of engines, transmissions, driveline components and systems.
  • Ability to use precision measuring tools and assembly equipment.
  • Understanding and practical application of operational shop math, Microsoft Office Tools such as Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Word.
  • Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
  • Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
  • Ability to speak effectively in front of the team or group of customers.
  • Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
  • Ability to solve practical problems for the engineered systems in 4.1.

What Linamar Has To Offer

  • Competitive Compensation
  • Employee Benefits package includes but not limited to, Drug, Dental & Vision etc.
  • Opportunities for career advancement.
  • Sustainability Council
  • Community based outreach supporting both local and global initiatives and charities.
  • Discounts for local vendors and events, including auto supplier discounts.

About Us 

Purchased by Linamar in 2003, McLaren provides design, development, integration, manufacturing, and testing capabilities that provide our customers a world-class, full-service supplier partner that develops complete vehicle powertrain & driveline systems for both the global electrified and traditionally powered vehicles.

With access to state-of-the-art tools and resources, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact alongside a team of driven and passionate professionals. Join us and be part of a company where innovation, collaboration, and growth are at the heart of everything we do. 

Linamar Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and encourages diversity in the workplace without regard to any basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Linamar Corporation encourages applications from all qualified individuals and will reasonably accommodate applicants throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process upon request.

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