High-end automotive technician

Position SummaryOur client is seeking a Master-Level Technician who can seamlessly blend electrical expertise, fabrication talent, aesthetic sensitivity, and problem-solving curiosity. This role demands more than technical competence "” it requires an individual who views each car as a canvas, each part as an opportunity for innovation, and each challenge as a puzzle worth solving.This position is ideal for someone who was a lifelong tinkerer, understands that modern cars are digital-electromechanical devices, and takes genuine pride in every detail "” from relay logic to the precision of a hidden bracket.Primary ResponsibilitiesElectrical Systems & IntegrationDesign, wire, and integrate custom automotive electrical systems "” analog and digital "” with OEM-level execution.Expertly work with 12V systems, high-current circuits, and parasitic draw troubleshooting.Wire logic-based circuits using Bosch-style relays, solid-state modules, and OEM harness integration.Build clean, protected, and serviceable harnesses with professional routing and circuit protection.Modify and reconfigure alternator systems "” including ECU-controlled modern alternators and vintage generator systems.Retrofit vintage systems to modern electrical standards (6V to 12V conversions, etc.).Audio Systems & DSP TuningDesign and install integrated audio systems in modern and vintage cars.Execute DSP tuning using JL Audio MAX, AudioTech Fischer, and similar processors.Install and fabricate enclosures for custom subwoofer and full-range speaker systems.Understand and compensate for OEM audio system constraints (all-pass filters, phase issues, etc.).Perform reference-based tuning with personal media libraries.Fabrication & CraftsmanshipFabricate custom brackets, panels, and assemblies in metal, plastic, and wood.MIG & TIG weld as needed for daily project requirements.Build from raw materials: ABS, acrylics, EPDM, metals, composites, etc.Modify OEM parts with extreme precision "” including plastic shaping, upholstery wrapping, and surface finishing.Wrap, finish, and detail custom installations to exacting aesthetic and durability standards.Project Planning & DocumentationOrganize every component of a build using labeled bins, tags, and photo documentation.Communicate clearly with the team and clients regarding progress, challenges, and goals.Help create custom user manuals for each build, documenting non-OEM systems and integration details.Follow project planning protocols to execute multi-phase builds with precision and accountability.Required Experience & KnowledgeMinimum 5-10 years in advanced custom automotive work, with an emphasis on electrical systems.Strong grasp of automotive relay logic, circuit design, and parasitic draw diagnostics.Ability to design and install multi-amp audio systems with DSP, EQ, time-delay, and crossover logic.Hands-on experience fabricating audio enclosures and integrating systems into exotic or vintage interiors.Extensive use of multimeters, oscilloscopes, soldering/desoldering tools, and harness-building equipment.Comfort working on a wide variety of vehicles "” from 1950s European sports cars to modern EVs and SUVs.

Created: 2025-05-22