Vehicle Engineering Technician, Prototype (Electric Vehicles)

Location: Troy, Michigan, United States; permanent US work authorization required. Regular schedule is Monday to Friday, 7:00am–3:30pm EST, with up to 10% travel.

Company

hirify.global is developing safe, affordable, customizable vehicles in the USA as part of its reindustrialization effort.

What you will do

• Assist with the development and build of engineering test vehicles.
• Maintain prototype builds, diagnose and rectify issues, and conduct experiments, diagnostics, calibrations, and investigations.
• Inspect and modify designs and prototypes using CAD software, incorporating engineering feedback.
• Fabricate components from various materials and maintain shop tools, equipment, and company fleet vehicles.
• Track open issues, collect build data, prepare reports and presentations, and coordinate issue resolution across engineering and assembly teams.
• Follow shop safety requirements and improve vehicle assembly methods, efficiency, and work processes.

Requirements

• 8+ years of experience as a prototype engineering technician, preferably with hybrid or electric vehicles.
• Hands-on experience with high-voltage electric vehicles and systems, including diagnostics and troubleshooting.
• At least one of the following: an accredited associate’s degree, an automotive vocational program, ASE Master Technician Certification, or an automotive OEM Master Technician Certification.
• Proficiency in electrical schematics, basic electrical theory, vehicle diagnostics, and ECU troubleshooting on CAN and LIN buses.
• Experience operating hand tools, power tools, shop equipment, and fabricating parts and components.
• Valid driver’s license and permanent authorization to work in the United States required; visa sponsorship is not available.

Nice to have

• Previous automotive OEM experience.
• Experience with CAD, Polarion, and automotive regulatory requirements.

Culture & Benefits

• Regular Monday–Friday schedule with limited, pre-approved overtime.
• Focus on work-life balance and a consistent schedule.
• Culture centered on safety, customer focus, innovation, continuous improvement, and respectful collaboration.
• Ability to lift up to 35 pounds and perform standing, walking, and repetitive tasks for extended periods.