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Prototype Technician

Linamar


Job Location:

Livonia, MI - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 29 September 2026 (4 days ago)
Application Deadline: 27 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

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.

Prototype Technician

Job Summary

Assemble and/or teardown and test engineered systems such as engines transmissions driveline PTU and RDU and other power generation and industrial systems.

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 maintenanceand makerepairs on departmental equipment.

  • Install and remove test set-ups within test cells. Monitor operation provide feedback to management.

  • Ensureaccuratecompletion andtimelysubmission of dailytimecard.

  • Complete job travelers withinIFSERP system asrequired.

  • Be able to use precise measuring tools (micrometers air gages dial bore gages dial indicators calipers etc.) and properlyoperateall equipment.

  • Provide basic tools and toolbox asrequiredto complete tasks.

Academic/Educational Requirements

  • Minimum two years automotive engine building and machining experience. Two-year college/technical/vocational school preferred. Automotive engine dynamometer testing experience preferred.

Required Skills/Experience

  • Complete understanding of engines transmissions drivelinecomponentsand 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 rulesoperatingand maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.

  • Ability towriteroutine reports and correspondence.

  • Ability to speak effectively in front oftheteam or group of customers.

  • Ability to apply concepts such as fractions percentages ratios and proportions to practical situations.

  • Ability to solve practical problems forthe engineeredsystems in 4.1.

What Linamar Has to Offer

  • Competitive Compensation

  • Employee Benefits package includes but not limited to Drug Dental & Visionetc.

  • 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 tostate-of-the-arttools and resourcesyoullhave 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 willreasonably accommodateapplicants throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process upon request.




Required Experience:

IC


About Company

Diversified precision manufacturing of highly engineered products powering vehicles, motion, work & lives across the globe.

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