Automotive Test Technician

ALTEN Technology USA; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Mentorship programs

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

ALTEN Technology USA is seeking an Automotive Test Technician to support vehicle testing and evaluation activities in Michigan. The role emphasizes driving test vehicles, following test procedures, and documenting test results with a hands-on, safety-conscious approach.

The ideal candidate has hands-on vehicle experience, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to work independently or with a team in diverse testing environments, including outdoor settings and test tracks.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with vehicles and testing workflows.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to drive for extended periods.
• Ability to follow detailed testing procedures precisely.
• Willingness to work outdoors in varying environments.
• Strong observation and documentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and within a team.

Responsibilities

• Drive test vehicles as part of testing activities.
• Perform testing per established procedures and instructions.
• Observe performance and identify issues during tests.
• Document test results, observations, and concerns.
• Support engineers during validation activities.
• Follow all vehicle testing and safety procedures.
• Assist with vehicle prep and basic troubleshooting.
• Communicate results to the engineering team.
• Maintain accurate test documentation and reports.
• Travel to different testing locations as required.

Skills

Vehicle testing

Documentation

Independent work

Team collaboration

Safety procedures

ADAS/ECU exposure

Tools

Diagnostics equipment

Test benches/tracks

Job description

We’re ALTEN Technology USA, an engineering company helping clients bring groundbreaking ideas to life—from advancing space exploration and life-saving medical devices to building autonomous electric vehicles. With 3,000+ experts across North America, we partner with leading companies in aerospace, medical devices, robotics, automotive, commercial vehicles, EVs, rail, and more.

As part of the global ALTEN Group—57,000+ engineers in 30 countries—we deliver across the entire product development cycle, from consulting to full project outsourcing.

When you join ALTEN Technology USA, you’ll collaborate on some of the world’s toughest engineering challenges, supported by mentorship, career growth opportunities, and comprehensive benefits. We take pride in fostering a culture where employees feel valued, supported, and inspired to grow.

Job Summary

• We are looking for an Automotive Test Technician to support vehicle testing and evaluation activities.
• The ideal candidate will have hands-on automotive experience and be comfortabledriving vehicles for testing purposes, following test procedures, identifying vehicle/system issues, and documenting test results.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive test vehicles as part of vehicle testing and evaluation activities.
• Perform vehicle testing based on established test procedures and instructions.Support testing on public roads, test tracks, and/or proving grounds.
• Observe vehicle performance and identify abnormal conditions or issues.
• Document test results, observations, and vehicle concerns accurately.
• Support engineers and test teams during vehicle validation activities.
• Follow all vehicle testing and safety procedures.
• Assist with vehicle preparation and basic troubleshooting when required.
• Communicate testing results and issues to the engineering team.
• Maintain accurate test documentation and reports.
• Travel to different testing locations as required.

Required Qualifications

• Automotive technician, vehicle testing, validation, or related experience preferred.
• Hands-on experience working with vehicles.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Comfortable driving vehicles for extended periods as part of testing.
• Ability to follow detailed testing procedures and instructions.
• Strong observation and documentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to work outdoors and in different testing environments.

Preferred Qualifications

• Vehicle testing or validation experience.
• Experience with ADAS, ECU, electrical, or vehicle systems.
• Experience working at automotive proving grounds or test tracks.
• Basic knowledge of automotive diagnostics.
• Previous experience working with an OEM or automotive manufacturer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, genetic information, or pregnancy.

Compliance Notice: Alten USA is a federal contractor subject to the requirements of the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) and Executive Order 11246. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Drug Screening Requirement: As a federal contractor, Alten USA maintains a drug-free workplace. All candidates selected for employment will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screening as a condition of hire.