Automotive Test & Fixture Technician

Location: Farmington Hills, MI – Metro Detroit

Pay: $18–$23/hour

Position Type: Ongoing Contract (long-term)

Industry: Automotive Testing & Validation

Position Overview: We are seeking a hands-on Automotive Test & Fixture Technicianto join an automotive testing and validation laboratory in Farmington Hills, Michigan, in the heart of the Metro Detroit automotive industry. This is a great opportunity for someone with experience infixture building, fabrication, automotive testing, wire harnesses, or mechanical assemblywho wants to gain additional experience working alongside engineers in a professional automotive validation environment. The technician will supportwire harness testing, custom test fixture fabrication, test equipment setup, and data collectionfor automotive programs.

Key Responsibilities: Prepare, set up, and performwire harness-related testingaccording to automotive specifications. Fabricate and buildcustom test fixturesusing 2D and 3D prints, drawings, and technical information. Use varioustest equipment, environmental chambers, hand tools, and power tools. Assemble, modify, and prepare fixtures and equipment for automotive validation testing. Collect, record, and maintain accuratetest result data. Work directly with engineers to support testing, equipment setup, fixture preparation, and project requirements. Help maintain project schedules and ensure testing is completed according to customer deadlines. Participate inequipment calibrationand work instruction activities. Supportcontinuous improvement and Kaizen initiativeswithin the laboratory. Maintain a clean, organized, and safe laboratory/work environment. Follow established safety procedures and good housekeeping practices.

Minimum Qualifications: 3–5 years of experience or equivalent experiencein fixture building, fabrication, automotive repair/testing, mechanical assembly, or a related hands-on technical field. High school diploma or equivalent. Experience usinghand and power tools. Ability to read and interpret 2D and 3D prints/drawings. Strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on problem-solving skills. Good communication and teamwork skills. Ability to work safely in a laboratory and testing environment.

Preferred Skills: Test Fixture Fabrication Fixture Building Wire Harness Testing Automotive Testing 2D & 3D Print Reading Mechanical Fabrication Hand & Power Tools Test Equipment Environmental/Test Chambers Data Collection Equipment Calibration Kaizen / Continuous Improvement Why Consider This Opportunity? This position offers the opportunity to work in Farmington Hills, one of Metro Detroit's major automotive and engineering hubs, with exposure to hands-on automotive validation and testing projects. It's a strong opportunity for mechanically inclined technicians looking to build experience inautomotive testing, fixture fabrication, wire harnesses, and engineering laboratory operations. \nCompany

Description: About CTI: Compass Tech International (CTI) is dedicated to providing the highest quality Staffing, Recruiting and Managed Services to our customers nationwide, to create greater efficiencies, better results and effective communications to improve their talent access and worker effectiveness while finding solutions for workflow and process improvement. Talk today to your Compass Tech recruiter. If the immediate job opportunities from our 100+ active client companies is not readily apparent, CTI’s team will stick with you to find the right opportunity, or guide you to improve your process to find success. And via that, a brighter career path.

Company Description: About CTI: Compass Tech International (CTI) is dedicated to providing the highest quality Staffing, Recruiting and Managed Services to our customers nationwide, to create greater efficiencies, better results and effective communications to improve their talent access and worker effectiveness while finding solutions for workflow and process improvement.\r\n\r\nTalk today to your Compass Tech recruiter. If the immediate job opportunities from our 100+ active client companies is not readily apparent, CTI’s team will stick with you to find the right opportunity, or guide you to improve your process to find success. And via that, a brighter career path.