• Test Equipment Engineer

    Actalent (Sterling Heights, MI)


    Description

    This role is for assembly test process engineer. You will work jointly with the headquarters launch team and their suppliers to assure the incoming manufacturing line is successfully delivered. Job duties include but are not limited to:

     

    • Use test stand WMA software to monitor test stand FTT and stand to stand correlation.

    • Reports, QRs (Quality Reject) and FQAs (Final Quality Audit) issues

    • Track concerns and review initial test results/data from all relevant test equipment.

    • Champion use of data to understand and resolve test failure root causes.

    • Monitor failures and communicate multiple identical failures issues to appropriate management personnel and group leaders for resolution at source, (i.e. operator, vendor, process, etc.).

    • Ensure that resolution of issues is addressed with the goal to drive In-Station Process Control (ISPC), Error Proofing, and improved Process Capability.

    • Once suspect unit is returned, record any retest of defect testing data—along with analysis—then assist the Engineering and Quality team in determining root cause, and document improvement actions to test equipment.

    • Conduct a monthly review of all critical test point variable trend charts. Verify test point trends and current limits. Investigate or notify correct personnel of any unusual trends.

    • Ensure spare parts are available for test systems.

    • Drive continuous improvement in safety, quality and productivity

    • Complete all PPAP quality launch documentation

    • Apply engineering principles and analytical techniques to establish and continuously improve manufacturing processes and products

    • Lead and conduct process audits to ensure process discipline is consistent with Powertrain guidelines

    • Deliver capable processes and tools for all gear machining operations

    • Lead variability reduction and lean manufacturing initiatives and best practices

    • Ensure compliance to Plant, Corporate, Governmental and Environmental standards

    • Identify throughput constraints and drive root cause improvements to achieve Rate of Climb targets

     

    Skills & Qualifications

     

    Bachelor’s degree in Engineering preferred

     

    Proven experience of EOL testing principles including data knowledge of leak, NVH and balance testers

     

    WMA/Sciemetric test software experience

     

    Final axle assembly manufacturing experience

     

    Quality Assessment tools (QDAS, Minitab)

     

    Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma experience

     

    8D and 5Why corrective action and problem solving skills

     

    Lean Tools – 5S, Kanban, Poka-yoke, and Value Stream Mapping

     

    DMAIC and DMADV (DFSS) Project Methodology experience

     

    FMEA, PPAP, and DOEs experience

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Sterling Heights, MI.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $42.30 - $46.53/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 Sterling Heights,MI.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Dec 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.

     

    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.