Description

This position is working onsite in the Wind Tunnel complex, the Wind Tunnel Technician will be responsible for prepping vehicles with instrumentation (includes putting sensors on vehicle) prior to testing, working with engineers to run Aerodynamic, powertrain cooling, and Fuel Efficiency tests on vehicles to collect data, and removing the vehicle and instrumentation from the vehicle after the testing has been completed.

Position Details

•\tSupport maintenance, calibration and quality system technical resource to ensure Wind Tunnel facility readiness in support of Product Development testing

•\tInterface with customers to understand test objectives, develop test strategies and collect/analyze data to satisfy customer needs

•\tSupport efficiency improvement actions including test automation and lights-out testing strategies

•\tLead diagnostics and troubleshooting processes for test system issues, test instrumentation, and facility infrastructure

•\tStay up to date on related test standards and develop updated or new test methods as required

•\tDevelop and enforce safe plans of actions for all test and facility activities

•\tWork with Environmental, Health, & Safety representatives as necessary to ensure compliance with all applicable guidelines and regulations

Skills

testing, technician, pressure transducers, thermocouple, dyno, flow ratios, instrumentation, calibration, prototype, shunts, load boxes, ERC

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Position Qualifications

•\t1+ years of Wind Tunnel laboratory experience

•\tStrong technical aptitude specifically in the area of W/T testing, electrical instrumentation and electrical system diagnostics

•\tKnowledge of vehicle test laboratory infrastructure (electrical and mechanical) and its operation

•\tKnowledge of vehicle subsystems, their operation and use of external stimuli for systems including active cruise, lane departure warning systems, anti-lock brakes, RKE and infotainment connected services, etc.

•\tStrong diagnostic skills related to test system instrumentation and vehicle diagnostics

•\tStrong computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite

The following items are desired but not required:

•\tin-depth knowledge of CAN diagnostic and flashing tools (DET tool, Canalyzer)

•\tExperience in the setup and operation of the W/T test control system software

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $30.00/hr.

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 DEARBORN,MI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 22, 2025.

About Actalent

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