What are the responsibilities and job description for the Test Technician position at Actalent?
Test Technician
Job Description
The Test Technician will play a crucial role in supporting technicians and engineers by testing vehicles and parts/components, performing configuration changes, and making necessary repairs to vehicles and test stands. This role involves adhering to engineering procedures, standards, and specifications. The Technician will also assist in the fabrication and assembly of vehicles and related systems/sub-systems. The primary goal is to validate new product designs as part of new product development and address issues with sustaining products. Providing exemplary technical support to customers is expected.
Responsibilities
- Conduct testing of prototypes and current products to assess capabilities and ensure conformance to specifications and regulations in collaboration with engineers and high level technicians.
- Test and record data using operational knowledge of vehicle systems, including electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems, utilizing manual entry and data acquisition methods.
- Troubleshoot systems, perform basic failure analysis, and follow detailed test procedures.
- Assemble, disassemble, and fabricate complex/customized parts, mechanical structures, and test stands/fixtures in collaboration with engineers and technicians.
- Maintain a safe work environment and adhere to all safety procedures, considering regular exposure to personal and physical hazards.
- Operate heavy equipment/machinery or drive vehicles as needed for testing or material handling.
- Determine appropriate test instruments for product testing.
- Plan and schedule daily activities to complete assignments efficiently and ensure projects are completed within identified timelines.
- Communicate effectively and work cross-functionally to resolve technical problems, providing constructive feedback to all levels of the organization.
- Interpret and execute written and verbal directions and instructions.
Essential Skills
- Strong troubleshooting skills.
- Experience in the automotive industry.
- Proficiency in engineering practices.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Technical Diploma with three years of experience in engineering or equivalent.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
- Knowledge of automotive and mechanical terms.
- Willingness to travel up to 10%.
Work Environment
The work environment includes regular exposure to personal and physical hazards, requiring strict adherence to safety procedures. The role may involve operating heavy equipment or machinery and driving vehicles for testing or material handling purposes. The position requires effective time management to ensure projects are completed within set timelines.
Job Type & Location
This is a 6-month Contract position based out of Oshkosh, Wisconsin. It has a strong potential for extension.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $38.00/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 Oshkosh,WI.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Sep 30, 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 actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.
Salary : $30 - $38