Vehicle Dynamics And Chassis Control Tech
Actalent
Posted Friday, May 8, 2026
Posting ID: JP-006012213
Job Title: Vehicle Technician
Job Description
This role focuses on precision vehicle testing, instrumentation, and data collection.
Responsibilities
- Plan, build, install, test, and tear down instrumentation for various vehicle tests requested by engineering teams.
- Perform vehicle benchmark, validation, and developmental track testing on a wide range of vehicles, including trucks, performance vehicles, and specialty vehicles.
- Investigate mechanical and electrical operational issues on vehicles, components, and test properties during testing.
- Process and review data in real time, interpret what the data indicates during test runs, and identify anomalies or issues.
- Coordinate and prioritize multiple test assignments while working with various engineering groups and organizations throughout the vehicle development process.
- Move and position test equipment and portable tools in the shop as required, including heavier items using appropriate equipment.
- Maintain good housekeeping practices in the lab and garage areas and follow safe work practices at all times.
- Ensure confidentiality of all customer and test data and handle sensitive information appropriately.
- Identify and implement continuous improvement ideas for test processes, equipment usage, and lab operations.
- Communicate effectively with engineers, technicians, and other stakeholders to clarify test requirements, report issues, and share findings.
- Work independently with minimal supervision while contributing positively to a fast-paced team environment.
Essential Skills
- Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
- Minimum of a high school diploma.
- Hands-on experience working on vehicles.
- Excellent mechanical assembly and disassembly skills.
- Experience using hand tools and air tools for vehicle and instrumentation work.
- Data acquisition experience, including data review and troubleshooting of test data and systems.
- Ability to process data during testing and understand what the data indicates about vehicle behavior and performance.
- Ability to coordinate and prioritize multiple assignments in a fast-paced environment.
- Capability to repeatedly perform activities involving bending, twisting, pulling, and lifting vehicle components up to 50 pounds unassisted.
- Ability to stand for long periods while performing build and test tasks.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with engineers and cross-functional teams.
- Motivation to complete work efficiently and accurately in a dynamic, sometimes hectic garage environment.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Experience working with vehicle testing
- Ability to learn quickly and share knowledge with co-workers in a fast-paced environment.
- Effective time management skills and the ability to manage multiple projects with minimal supervision.
- Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality of customer and test data.
- Experience contributing to continuous improvement initiatives in a lab, shop, or test environment.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Milford, MI.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $28.00 - $38.00/hr.
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. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:
• 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)
This is a fully onsite position in Milford,MI.
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on May 22, 2026.
About Actalent
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Contact Information
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