What are the responsibilities and job description for the Engine Technician position at Actalent?
Description
- Mechanical swapping of engine components working hand in hand with engineers to test different combinations of engine for optimum performance
- Will work in laboratory setting using AVL/PUMA and emissions equipment
- Will work on engine tuning and calibration using software such as HP Tuners or standalone systems
- Will run and operate manual testing on a dyno
- Will work with a Test Engineer to manipulate fuel tables, air-intake, spark and exhaust to find optimum performance on test engines
- Will do work at the component level including components like oil pumps, head or cam changes, fuel injectors, spark plugs - almost anything.
- Assembly/Modification and/or Fabrication to existing Engines to prep for testing
- Fabricate components on engine and test stand/dynos for testing
- Instrumentations between the engine and they dyno
- TIG Weld parts and components
Shift
1st shift - 6 am to 3:00 pm M-F
2nd Shift - 2-3 pm. to 10:30-11:30 pm. M-F
3rd Shift Sunday night through Thursday night/morning 10-6:30 or 11-7:30
Skills
engine, dynomometer, Engine Tuning, AVL, Puma, Engine Calibration, engine tables, emissions test, prototype, hand tool, fabrication, assembly, troubleshooting
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of PONTIAC, MI.
Pay and BenefitsThe 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 TypeThis is a fully onsite position in PONTIAC,MI.
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Mar 16, 2026.
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 actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.
Salary : $24 - $35