Engineering Technician

Actalent; Troy (MI); On-site; USD 41,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Coverage

Vision Coverage

401k Plan

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

HSA

Job summary

Actalent seeks an Engineering Technician in New Troy, MI, contract-to-hire, to support and troubleshoot automated machining operations on the shop floor. You will assist engineers, optimize cycle times, and help maintain OEE across high-volume automotive manufacturing processes.

The role is heavily hands-on, requires strong problem-solving, and collaboration with Maintenance, Tooling, and Operations teams. Shift coverage spans 1st–3rd with long work weeks and safety adherence.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years in machining/manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of CNC machining processes and tooling.
• Hands-on experience troubleshooting manufacturing equipment and production processes.
• Ability to read engineering drawings, including GD&T.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and practical problem-solving skills.
• Experience in automotive manufacturing.
• Experience with tooling in production or machining context.
• Experience with FANUC robots in manufacturing.
• Exposure to lean manufacturing and continuous improvement practices.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day manufacturing activities and recover processes after downtime, quality concerns, or equipment issues.
• Troubleshoot machining, tooling, automation, fixturing, and process performance.
• Assist engineers in optimizing cycle times, reducing scrap, and improving OEE.
• Monitor processes and identify opportunities for efficiency, quality, and productivity improvements.
• Update documentation, including work instructions, setup sheets, and process records.
• Troubleshoot CNC machining issues involving lathes, mills, and automated machining centers.
• Assist operators with setup challenges, offsets, tooling adjustments, and machining concerns.
• Analyze machining performance and recommend corrective actions to improve productivity and quality.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve equipment and process issues.
• Provide real-time floor support to keep production running safely and efficiently.
• Participate in continuous improvement projects and root-cause analysis efforts.

Skills

CNC machining understanding

Troubleshooting

Reading GD&T drawings

Automated machining equipment

Lean manufacturing

Automotive manufacturing

Mechanical aptitude

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Tools

FANUC robotics

Machining centers (lathe/mill)

Tooling selection

Quality inspection tooling

Job description

Job Title: Engineering Technician Job Description

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day manufacturing activities and assist in recovering manufacturing processes following downtime, quality concerns, or equipment issues.
• Troubleshoot production problems related to machining, tooling, automation, fixturing, and overall process performance.
• Assist engineers in optimizing cycle times, reducing scrap, and improving overall equipment effectiveness (OEE).
• Monitor manufacturing processes and identify opportunities for efficiency, quality, and productivity improvements.
• Assist with updates to documentation, including work instructions, setup sheets, and process records.
• Troubleshoot CNC machining issues involving lathes, mills, and automated machining centers.
• Assist operators with setup challenges, offsets, tooling adjustments, and machining-related concerns.
• Analyze machining performance and recommend corrective actions to improve productivity and quality.
• Work with production teams to minimize downtime and maintain required output levels.
• Assist in troubleshooting robotic cells and automated manufacturing equipment.
• Collaborate with Controls/Automation and Maintenance teams to resolve equipment and automation issues.
• Coordinate tooling replacement, repair, and maintenance activities to support continuous production.
• Assist with fixture troubleshooting and process adjustments to maintain dimensional accuracy and stability.
• Serve as a technical resource for production operators and team leaders on machining, tooling, and process questions.
• Work closely with Manufacturing Engineers, Process Engineers, Tooling personnel, Maintenance Technicians, and Production Operators to support production goals.
• Provide real-time floor support to keep production running efficiently and safely.
• Escalate recurring concerns and assist in implementing permanent corrective actions.
• Participate in continuous improvement events and projects focused on process optimization and waste reduction.
• Support root cause analysis activities using structured problem-solving methodologies.
• Collect and analyze production data to support engineering decisions and process improvements.

Essential Skills

• At least 2 years of experience in a machining and manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of CNC machining processes and tooling.
• Hands-on experience troubleshooting manufacturing equipment and production processes.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, including GD&T and process documentation.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and practical, hands-on problem-solving skills.
• Experience working within an automotive manufacturing environment.
• Experience with tooling in a production or machining context.
• Experience with FANUC robots in a manufacturing or automated setting.
• Exposure to lean manufacturing and continuous improvement practices.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Knowledge of machining principles, including feeds, speeds, tooling selection, and work holding methods.
• Experience with FANUC robotics and automated manufacturing systems.
• Experience contributing to lean manufacturing initiatives and continuous improvement projects.
• Interest in developing into a Process Engineering role and growing within a precision machining environment.

Work Environment

The Engineering Technician works in a world-class precision machining and assembly environment focused on high-volume automated processes, primarily serving automotive customers. The role is heavily floor-based and hands-on, often requiring rapid response to production issues and active involvement in troubleshooting and "firefighting" on the shop floor. The technician collaborates closely with Manufacturing and Process Engineers, Tooling personnel, Maintenance Technicians, Production Operators, Quality Engineers, Program Managers, Automation Engineers, and Operations staff. The facility operates multiple shifts, with one Engineering Technician needed for each of the following shifts: 1st shift (7:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.), 2nd shift (3:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.), and 3rd shift (11:00 p.m. - 7:00 a.m.). The typical workweek ranges from approximately 45 to 50 hours. The environment features CNC lathes, mills, automated machining centers, robotic cells, and other automated manufacturing equipment. The company culture emphasizes problem-solving, customer service, continuous improvement, and cross-functional collaboration, offering 10 days of paid time off and 6 paid holidays. Appropriate industrial attire and adherence to standard manufacturing safety practices are required on the production floor.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of New Troy, MI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $32.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. 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.

• 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 New Troy,MI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 22, 2026.

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 process due to a disability, please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.