Engineering Technician

Tenneco; Michigan; On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Tenneco in Michigan is seeking a second‑shift Engineering Test Technician to conduct thermal cycle testing and full exhaust system “rig” testing for product validation. The role is hands‑on and requires a strong technical background with data analysis.

Testing supports emission system programs for various vehicle types and may cross‑train within the Test Department. The position emphasizes fixture fabrication, test setup, data assessment, and collaboration with internal customers to ensure test

Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher in a technology discipline or +5 years of test experience.
• Experience with test rigs, sensors, and data acquisition software.
• Ability to fabricate fixtures and work with hydraulic systems.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate test fixturing for exhaust system setups and thermal testing.
• Set up test samples, sensors, rigs, and data acquisition hardware/software.
• Assess data validity and report results to internal customers.
• Troubleshoot test facility, hardware, and software issues.
• Maintain test logs and communicate shift results to next shift.

Skills

Computer proficiency

Microsoft Office

Teamwork

Strong communication

Education

Associate degree or higher in a technology discipline

Tools

Test equipment setup

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

Candidate will work on second shift in the Engineering Test Department to conduct thermal cycle testing and full exhaust system “rig” testing to support product validation. The position is hands‑on and requires a strong technical and analytical background. Testing will support emission system program launch for passenger car and truck, heavy duty truck, off‑highway vehicle, locomotive, and marine applications with the potential to cross‑train in other areas of the Test Department.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Fabricate test fixturing for full exhaust system setups and thermal testing
• Set‑up test samples, sensors, test rig control, acquisition hardware/software and perform tests per work order, engineer direction or customer specification
• Assess general test data validity with respect to test request requirements and report test data to internal customers
• Help troubleshoot and service facility, test hardware, and software issues that interrupt testing
• Maintain test log sheets for area of responsibility and communicate daily shift results to next shift personnel
• Support continuous improvement activity involving test rig to improve test efficiency, capacity, and cost
• Maintain servo hydraulic system through preventive maintenance, rebuilding hydraulic actuator, hydraulic hose inspections, etc.
• Support and adhere to environmental, health, and safety policies and procedures

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Associate degree or higher in a technology discipline or +5 years of experience working in a comparable test environment
• Experience with servo hydraulics or natural gas burners for validation testing or comparable test rig
• Ability to work in a fast paced/dynamic environment
• Fabrication skills including welding, saws, drills, grinders
• Moderately proficient with computers and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Strong communication skills for interacting with internal and external customers
• Ability to work in a team atmosphere and be able to execute complex tasks without supervision
• Ability to lift and physically manipulate exhaust system components and test equipment

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Must be able to stand and walk for extended periods during the workday
• Must be able to occasionally bend, stoop, reach as needed
• May be required to lift or move materials up to 25 pounds
• Must be able to work safely around manufacturing equipment and in an industrial environment
• Required to wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) in designated areas
• Must be able to work in conditions that may include noise, moving machinery, varying temperatures, and proximity to production activity

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This role is based in the Grass Lake Technical Center. Occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts and vehicles.

OTHER DUTIES

Additional duties, responsibilities, and activities may be required.

Equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.