Associate Prototype Build Engineer at TEC Group INC · Auburn…

Associate Prototype Build Engineer

Location: Auburn Hills, MI
Work Type: Full-Time, Contract
Work Arrangement: Onsite
Pay Rate: Up to $35/hour

Role Summary:

The Associate Prototype Build Engineer supports the development and execution of physical vehicle prototypes, bridging the gap between product design and production. Located on-site in Auburn Hills, MI, this role coordinates prototype builds and engineering projects while collaborating with Shop Technicians, CAD Designers, Release Engineers, and cross-functional Product Design and Development teams to transform design concepts into tangible prototypes for visualization, testing, validation, and refinement before production.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate and manage prototype build projects from initial scoping and planning through final delivery.
• Collaborate with Shop Technicians, CAD Designers, Release Engineers, and Product Design teams to ensure successful project execution.
• Support the development and construction of physical mock-ups and engineering prototypes.
• Coordinate prototype builds involving under-hood, underbody, wind-tunnel, and occupant packaging applications.
• Support engineering validation activities related to ergonomics, component placement, packaging, and serviceability.
• Facilitate communication between engineering, design, and shop teams to ensure project requirements are understood and executed.
• Monitor build progress, coordinate project activities, and address technical or scheduling challenges.
• Ensure prototype builds meet established design objectives, engineering requirements, and project timelines.
• Support the evaluation and refinement of prototype designs before production.

Qualifications:

• At least has an Associate Degree/ Bachelor’s Degree
• Understanding of automotive product design and development processes.
• Demonstrated capability in prototype build coordination and project management.
• Ability to interpret engineering requirements and technical drawings.
• Familiarity with CAD design and engineering workflows.
• Strong organizational, time-management, and technical problem-solving/troubleshooting abilities.
• Effective cross-functional communication skills with the ability to coordinate multiple projects and meet deadlines.

Pay: Up to $35.00 per hour

Education:

• Associate (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Auburn Hills, MI 48326 (Required)

Work Location: In person