Engineering Test Planner

Actalent

  • Detroit, MI
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 13 days ago
Actalent is hiring a Test Planning Engineer with experience in TransAxle in a product development environment. You will be working on large-scale vehicles in a research & development environment. We're looking for problem solvers who are solutions-oriented engineers.Description:
  • Create and manage prototype bill of materials for the engine, transmission, and axle development programs.
  • Create change orders to integrate design changes into prototype bill of materials.
  • Promptly resolve prototype build issues.
  • Develop and maintain prototype build requirements, endurance test plan, and teardown schedule for engine, transmission, and axle programs.
  • Define hardware upgrade packages to ensure prototype configurations are representative of the latest design.
  • Utilize structured problem solving methods to identify root cause and develop corrective action within a timely manner.
  • Utilize Global and regional tools to maintain individual bills of materials and test plans.
  • Analyze data, draw conclusions, and provide recommendations to the management team.
  • Lead cross-functional activities with regional and Global counterparts in Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, Sales, Purchasing, and Suppliers.
  • Independently schedule work including issuing work orders, monitor progress, and resolve problems in order to ensure timely completion of projects.
  • Conduct and thoroughly document project work, draw conclusions, and make recommendations and review with management.
  • Communicate effectively and maintain professional/social interaction in a multi-cultural and International environment.
Additional Skills & Qualifications:
  • Create project plans and timelines, and assist management with defining budget requirements.
  • Improve knowledge and skills through training; actively identify areas of potential self-improvement and alert management of opportunities for training.
  • Maintain daily record of work hours by project.
  • Other activities as necessary and/or assigned.
About ActalentActalent 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.Diversity, Equity & InclusionAt Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
  • Hiring diverse talent
  • Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
  • Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
  • Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
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 for other accommodation options.

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