Pratt Miller- 1 opening, midlevel
Max Bill Rate: XX40
3 month contract with goal to convert to FTE
Fulltime onsite at 52900 Grand River Ave, New Hudson, MI 48165
Must be USC
No travel
What are the top 3 qualifications you are looking for? Harness Build Experience. Attention to detail. Reliable.
o What is a requirement? Attention to Detail and reliable
o What is preferred but not required? Build Experience
Interview Process: 1 round Phone Screen, 1 round In-Person

Kick Off Call Notes:
Roles and Responsibilities:
Jeremy provided an overview: Seeking candidates with wire harness building experience to IPC standards.
Tasks include building harnesses from start to finish for vehicle electrification.

Key Skills Required:
IPC 620 certification.
Relevant job history.
Good communication skills.

Experience:
Midlevel: 2+ years of experience in electrical component builds, test and repair

Source of Candidates:
Tech schools are beneficial (aspiring electrical engineers).
Avoid headhunting from direct competitors like Roush.
Consider candidates from companies like General Dynamics.

Positives:
- IPC standards, military or motorsport harness experience
-previous Roush employees
-complex vehicle harness assembly

Rejected candidate feedback:
-no prototype harness builds/minimal harness build
-no military or motorsports harness
-industrial machinery experience is not applicable
-no prototype experience
-no IPC standard mention

OVERVIEW: The midlevel tech uses basic skills, tools, and knowledge to follow clearly defined standard operating procedures. They receive instruction and close supervision of work processes. You will support the development of prototype and concept vehicles, with a strong focus on vehicle electrification, autonomous vehicles, and unmanned vehicle platforms.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND SKILLS: Typical responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
Interpret engineering schematics, pin schedules, and loom drawings to construct quality wiring harnesses.
Understand and follow IPC 620C wire harness build processes.
Maintain clean and organized work environment.
Perform quality assurance checks on various Electronics Lab work products.
Perform installation of electrical components onto vehicles.
Assist engineers in troubleshooting electrical systems.
Use typical electronics tools: voltmeter, power supplies, hand tools, soldering iron etc.
Apply knowledge of military or motorsports industry wiring loom build techniques and components.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: In addition to the responsibilities mentioned above, tasks relating to the following area will be assigned as required.
Education / training.
Provide feedback on product needs and processes.
Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
Be a team player.
Have great attention to detail, dependability, pride in work, initiative.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.


EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION/YEARS OF EXPERIENCE:
High school diploma


DESIRED SPECIALIZED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:
Experience with and ability to use typical electronics tools: oscilloscope, voltmeter, power supplies, hand tools, soldering iron, etc.
Printed circuit board assembly and repair experience.
Must be able to identify color-coded wires and ID labels.
Ability to work on vehicles and equipment, including on top of, underneath, and confined spaces.
High Voltage system safety experience.
Knowledge of military or motorsports industry wiring loom build techniques and components.
Knowledge of basic electrical concepts and theory (voltage, resistance, amperage).
General knowledge of automotive systems (steering, brakes, powertrain, lighting, etc.).

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Position requires occasional or frequent moderate physical activity.

EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK:
Daytime schedule Monday Friday with infrequent night/weekend work to achieve deadlines.
Minimal travel as required for on-site customer work.