• Engine Development Validation Technician

    Actalent (Pontiac, MI)


    Job Title: Engine Development Validation Technician

    Job Description

    Join our dynamic team at the Pontiac Propulsion Labs as an Engine Development Validation Technician. You'll collaborate closely with engineers to advance engine calibration development, conduct mechanical experiments, and fabricate components. Your work will contribute to optimizing engine performance and ensuring engines reach their failure state for validation.

    Responsibilities

    + Collaborate with engineers to perform mechanical swapping of engine components for testing various combinations to achieve optimal performance.

    + Conduct manual testing on a dyno and work with emissions equipment in a laboratory setting.

    + Tune and calibrate engines using software such as HP Tuners or standalone systems.

    + Manipulate fuel tables, air intake, spark, and exhaust to find optimum performance on test engines.

    + Engage in work at the component level, including modifications and fabrications of oil pumps, head or cam changes, fuel injectors, spark plugs, and more.

    + Assemble, modify, and fabricate components for testing on engines and test stands/dynos.

    + Perform TIG welding on parts and components.

    Essential Skills

    + Associate's degree in a relevant field.

    + 3-5 years of experience with engine dynamometers and hands-on engine work including rebuilds, tear downs, assembly, and repair.

    + Proficiency in prototype development, hand tool usage, fabrication, assembly, and troubleshooting.

    + Experience with AVL/PUMA and emissions equipment.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Experience with tuning and calibrating engine variables using HP Tuners, Mega squirt, or other standalone software.

    + Experience modifying or building aftermarket vehicles.

    + Lab experience focusing on testing and development, dyno equipment, and emissions testing.

    + Calibration experience from personal projects or professional settings such as race teams or shops.

    Work Environment

    This position operates on the 2nd shift, from 2-3 pm to 10:30-11:30 pm, Monday through Friday. You will work in a very clean test lab and garage environment at the engineering headquarters. The facility is air-conditioned and includes a full-service cafeteria operating from 6 am to 2:30 pm. While GM will provide a toolbox and specialty tools, you are required to bring your own basic tools. The facility is large with ample parking, though you might have to walk up to 1/4 mile to reach the building.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $35.00/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 Pontiac,MI.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Jun 11, 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.

     

    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 due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.