Prototype Build Engineer

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Engineering Prototype Build Engineer Auburn Hills,MI Posted:8/10/2026 Job Description Job #:

64598

Engineering

Contract

Long Term

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Stefanini Group is hiring!

Stefanini is looking for a Prototype Build Engineer, Auburn Hills, MI

The Prototype Build Engineer will be responsible for managing all prototype build activities, including developing and communicating build plans based on vehicle specifications, coordinating purchasing, tracking development, and monitoring program timing for parts. This individual will also lead multiple teams to ensure all program deliverables are met and that issues affecting build quality, engineering design, manufacturing processes, and timing are resolved.

The Prototype Build Engineer must be able to direct issue resolution at all levels.

Experience Required

• Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Industrial Engineering.
• Candidates must possess a strong mechanical engineering foundation with exposure to the following areas:

• Basic knowledge of vehicle build processes.
• Fluency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Comfortable preparing presentations and presenting to all levels of the organization.
• Strong self-starter with the ability to manage multiple programs and communicate status to management.
• Formula SAE experience or relevant automotive internship experience preferred for entry-level candidates.
• This opportunity is well-suited for a recent engineering graduate or an early-career engineer seeking hands-on experience in prototype vehicle builds. Candidates with internships, Formula SAE participation, capstone projects, or experience in design, manufacturing, and process engineering are encouraged to apply.

Experience Preferred

• Mechanical Engineering degree preferred.
• 2–5 years of relevant experience in the automotive or aerospace industry.

** Listed salary ranges may vary based on experience, qualifications, and local market. Also, some positions may include bonuses or other incentives***

Stefanini takes pride in hiring top talent and developing relationships with our future employees. Our talent acquisition teams will never make an offer of employment without having a phone conversation with you. Those face-to-face conversations will involve a description of the job for which you have applied. We will also speak with you about the process, including interviews and job offers.

About Stefanini Group

The Stefanini Group is a global provider of offshore, onshore and near shore outsourcing, IT digital consulting, systems integration, application, and strategic staffing services to Fortune 1000 enterprises around the world. Our presence is in countries like the Americas, Europe, Africa, and Asia, and more than four hundred clients across a broad spectrum of markets, including financial services, manufacturing, telecommunications, chemical services, technology, public sector, and utilities.

Stefanini is a CMM level 5, IT consulting company with a global presence. We are a CMM Level 5 company.

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$ 30.00 - $ 35.00