Job Title: Functional Test Engineer

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Functional Test Engineer with experience in the automotive industry. The ideal candidate will possess knowledge of diesel engine combustion, aftertreatment, transmission, and control systems. This is a hands-on role involving data logging, analyzing system configurations, and ensuring performance validation for engine systems of On-Highway trucks.

Responsibilities

• Communicate directions, submit work orders, and work within a Union environment.
• Log data and analyze system configuration, performance validation requirements for engine systems of On-Highway trucks.
• Troubleshoot system-level performance failures and conduct root cause failure analysis to prevent potential failures and identify areas for system performance improvement.
• Leverage data analysis tools, diagnostics, and calibration data using Vector Products (CANape).
• Generate performance graphs, histograms, identify data abnormalities, review validation results, write daily reports, and maintain technical documentation.
• Provide clear directions to achieve test objectives.
• Travel approximately 40% of the year for remote testing.

Essential Skills

• Experience in vehicle and engine testing.
• Knowledge of diesel engine and aftertreatment operation and emissions.
• Proficiency in engineering thermodynamics.
• Ability to work autonomously and self-driven.
• Proficiency in using Vector CANape, CANalyzer, INCA, and MATLAB.
• Experience in data logging and performance validation.
• Proficient with Microsoft Tools.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in Automotive, Mechatronics, Electrical, Electronics, or Controls Engineering.
• 2 years of experience in engine development.
• Experience with engine dynamometer testing in diesel, combustion, or battery.
• Strong report writing skills.

Work Environment

This is an onsite position that requires travel for vehicle testing. Testing seasons occur for 6-18 weeks during both summer and winter, with an expectation of 40% travel. Employees may be on the road for two weeks and then back for two weeks. The position includes 400-800 hours of overtime per year during the testing season, paid at the normal hourly rate.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $40.00

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Detroit,MI.

Application Deadline

This position will be accepting applications until Jan 23, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

Salary : $35 - $40