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Model Railroad Jobs in Michigan (NOW HIRING)

Roof, Front Header, A Pillar, B Pillar, Quarter Outer, Body Side Outer, Rocker Outer, Roof Rails ... Develop parametric models and update CAD as necessary for concept release * Ability to create 2D ...

Freight Handler

Romulus, MI · On-site

$15 - $19.25/hr

... haul model. This role exists to keep freight flowing efficiently through the Nashville service ... With driver teams executing over-the-road (OTR) moves - and no freight moving on rail - customers ...

You lead from the front-modeling accountability, work ethic, and safety standards * You communicate ... With driver teams executing over-the-road (OTR) moves - and no freight moving on rail - customers ...

Freight Handler

Romulus, MI · On-site

$15 - $19.25/hr

... haul model. This role exists to keep freight flowing efficiently through the Nashville service ... With driver teams executing over-the-road (OTR) moves - and no freight moving on rail - customers ...

You lead from the front-modeling accountability, work ethic, and safety standards * You communicate ... With driver teams executing over-the-road (OTR) moves - and no freight moving on rail - customers ...

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How much do model railroad jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for model railroad in Michigan is $27.34, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.54 and $34.13 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the model railroad position, and why are they important?

To excel as a Model Railroader (often formally titled Model Railroad Technician or Model Railroad Builder), you need strong skills in mechanical assembly, electrical wiring, and attention to detail, often backed by experience in hobby electronics or model construction. Familiarity with power tools, DCC (Digital Command Control) systems, and basic carpentry or soldering is highly beneficial, while certifications in electronics or model railroading can be an advantage. Creativity, patience, and strong problem-solving abilities enable you to troubleshoot and enhance complex layouts or exhibits. These combined technical and soft skills are crucial for building, maintaining, and operating intricate model railroad displays that delight clients and audiences.

What is a model railroad?

A Model Railroad job typically involves designing, building, maintaining, and operating model train layouts. Professionals in this field may work in museums, hobby shops, theme parks, or as independent designers. Responsibilities can include crafting realistic landscapes, wiring electrical components, and troubleshooting mechanical issues. Some model railroaders also contribute to historical preservation by recreating accurate railway scenes. The job requires a mix of artistic, engineering, and problem-solving skills.

What are some common challenges faced in a model railroad technician role?

Model Railroad Technicians often encounter challenges such as troubleshooting electrical issues, maintaining precise track alignment, and integrating digital controls into existing layouts. Working on detailed scenery and miniature structures also requires a steady hand and a keen eye for realism. The role frequently involves collaborating with designers, other technicians, and sometimes the public, especially when displays are part of museums or exhibitions. Adaptability and effective communication are essential for addressing unexpected issues and meeting client or exhibitor expectations. By staying organized and proactive, technicians can overcome these challenges and deliver impressive model railroad experiences.

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Infographic showing various Model Railroad job openings in Michigan as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 83% Full Time, and 17% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $56,868 per year, or $27.3 per hour.

Autonomous Driving Vehicle Perception Engineer

Quest Global

Northville, MI • On-site

$80K - $100K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 9 days ago


Quest Global rating

7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 11 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

240th of 443 rated engineering


Job description

What You will Do:

  • Design and implement advanced perception algorithms for autonomous vehicles using LiDAR, cameras, radar, and GNSS.
  • Develop and optimize sensor fusion techniques to combine data from multiple sensors, improving the accuracy and reliability of perception systems.
  • Create algorithms for object detection, tracking, semantic segmentation, and classification from 3D point clouds (LiDAR) and camera data.
  • Work on Simultaneous Localization and Mapping (SLAM) algorithms, including Graph SLAM, LIO-SAM, and visual-inertial SLAM.
  • Develop sensor calibration techniques (intrinsic and extrinsic) and coordinate transformations between sensors.
  • Participate in real-time systems design and optimization to meet the high-performance requirements of autonomous driving.
  • Work with ROS2 for integration and deployment of perception algorithms.
  • Develop, test, and deploy machine learning models for perception tasks such as object detection and segmentation.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including software engineers, data scientists, and hardware teams, to deliver end-to-end solutions.
  • Stay up-to-date with industry trends and emerging technologies to innovate and improve perception systems.

What You Will Bring:

  • Minimum 3+ years of experience in sensor calibration, multi-sensor fusion, or related domains.
  • Strong foundation in linear algebra, 3D geometry, coordinate frames, quaternions, probability, Bayesian filtering, and data association.
  • Hands-on experience with intrinsic and extrinsic calibration of LiDAR, cameras, and radar, including geometric calibration, coordinate transforms, and sensor synchronization.
  • Proven experience with perception algorithms for autonomous systems, particularly in the areas of LiDAR, camera, radar, GNSS, or other sensor modalities.
  • Deep understanding of LiDAR technology, point cloud data structures, and processing techniques; experience with PCL or Open3D.
  • Proficiency in sensor fusion for combining data from LiDAR, camera, radar, and GNSS, including handling time synchronization and motion distortion.
  • Solid background in computer vision techniques; experience with OpenCV and object detection models such as YOLO, Faster R-CNN, or SSD.
  • Experience with deep learning frameworks (TensorFlow or PyTorch) for object detection and segmentation tasks.
  • Hands-on experience with multi-object tracking algorithms such as SORT, DeepSORT, Kalman Filters, UKF, IMM, or JPDA.
  • Strong programming skills in C++ and Python; familiarity with geometric optimization libraries.
  • Familiarity with ROS2 for perception-based autonomous systems development.
  • Experience with parallel computing for real-time performance optimization (e.g., CUDA, OpenCL).

Company Description

Who We Are:
Quest Global delivers world-class end-to-end engineering solutions by leveraging our deep industry knowledge and digital expertise. By bringing together technologies and industries, alongside the contributions of diverse individuals and their areas of expertise, we are able to solve problems better, faster. This multi-dimensional approach enables us to solve the most critical and large-scale challenges across the aerospace & defense, automotive, energy, hi-tech, healthcare, medical devices, rail and semiconductor industries.
We are looking for humble geniuses, who believe that engineering has the potential to make the impossible possible; innovators, who are not only inspired by technology and innovation, but also perpetually driven to design, develop, and test as a trusted partner for Fortune 500 customers. As a team of remarkably diverse engineers, we recognize that what we are really engineering is a brighter future for us all. If you want to contribute to meaningful work and be part of an organization that truly believes when you win, we all win, and when you fail, we all learn, then we’re eager to hear from you.

The achievers and courageous challenge-crushers we seek, have the following characteristics and skills:


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