Diesel Powertrain Vehicle Test Engineer

Actalent; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Short and long-term disability

HSA

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Time Off/Leave (PTO)

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Vehicle Test Engineer in Detroit, MI to lead on-highway engine and powertrain testing activities. You will install instrumentation, log data, and validate performance against requirements across diesel engine systems, with extensive travel for remote testing.

The role requires expertise in CANape/CANalyzer or INCA with MATLAB, plus a strong hands-on engineering background and teamwork within a union shop. Onsite work in Detroit is expected.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of diesel engine and aftertreatment operations and emissions.
• Fundamentals in engineering thermodynamics.
• Experience with engine dynamometer testing in diesel, combustion, or battery.
• Experience working within a Union shop environment.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot system-level performance failures and perform root cause analysis.
• Use Vector CANape to analyze calibration data and data logs.
• Write daily test activity reports and document issue escalations.
• Generate performance graphs, review validation results, and compile daily reports.
• Provide directions to achieve test objectives and collaborate with union technicians and drivers.

Skills

Powertrain testing

Instrumentation

Vector CANape

CANalyzer

INCA

MATLAB

Autonomous / self-starter

Education

Bachelor's degree in Automotive Engineering

Equivalent in Mechatronics/Electrical/Controls

Job description

Actalent is seeking a Vehicle Test Engineer in Detroit, MI to lead on-highway engine and powertrain testing activities. You will install instrumentation, log data, and validate performance against requirements across diesel engine systems, with extensive travel for remote testing.

The role requires expertise in CANape/CANalyzer or INCA with MATLAB, plus a strong hands-on engineering background and teamwork within a union shop. Onsite work in Detroit is expected.