R &D Technician (Body) – Technical Center Workshop
Core
Hands-on technician supporting vehicle build, rework, and validation for prototype and development vehicles, focusing on automotive body systems, metal work, and alignment.
Role type
Hands-on IC automotive body technician
Builds
Prototype, pre-series, and development vehicles (electric pick-up trucks & rugged SUVs)
Domain
Automotive manufacturing / Electric vehicles
Deliverable
product features
Required skills
Automotive body systems (BIW, body panels), metal work, part rework, alignment correction, fit adjustment, spot welding, reading assembly documentation, vehicle diagnostics, root cause analysis, documentation
Preferred skills
Automotive technology/collision repair certification, state mechanic certification, vehicle dimensional measurement systems, CAN/LIN/Ethernet networks, Hybrid/EV/HV systems
Technologies
PLCs, robotics, online/off-line measurement systems
Responsibilities
Perform hands-on body assembly, disassembly, and rework; conduct metal work and alignment correction; support spot welding and joining processes; perform diagnostics and root cause analysis; repair or modify body components; support installation of measurement equipment; conduct short functional validation drives; maintain work records; train new team members.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC
