Job Title: Test Planning Engineer eDrive Transaxle
Job Description

We are seeking a Test Planning Engineer specializing in eDrive Transaxle to support our development programs. The role involves creating and managing prototype bills of materials, developing test plans, and coordinating cross-functional activities to ensure timely project completion.

ResponsibilitiesCreate and manage prototype bill of materials for engine, transmission, and axle development programs.Create change orders to integrate design changes into prototype bills of materials.Define hardware upgrade packages to ensure prototype configurations are representative of the latest design.Develop and maintain prototype build requirements, endurance test plans, and teardown schedules for engine, transmission, and axle programs.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.Utilize structured problem-solving methods to identify root causes and develop corrective actions in a timely manner.Issue work orders, monitor progress, and resolve problems to ensure timely completion of projects.Conduct and thoroughly document project work, draw conclusions, make recommendations, and review with management.Create project plans and timelines, and assist management with defining budget requirements.Coordinate cross-functional activities with regional and global counterparts in engineering, quality, manufacturing, sales, purchasing, and suppliers.Maintain a daily record of work hours by project.Align with designers and design teams to ensure all parts in an assembly are managed properly.Manage hardware, cells, and align with the procurement team in the engineering lab for tracking parts.Coordinate pre-aging of aftertreatment systems in the lab and plan logistics for deployment.Check with R&D engineers for release dates and any risks/issues to meet deadlines.Manage data logger inventory to support engineering and field investigation demands.Essential SkillsExperience with bill of materials (BOM) management.Knowledge of axle, part tracking, and test planning.Proficiency in cross-functional activities with regional and global counterparts in engineering, quality, manufacturing, sales, purchasing, and suppliers.Ability to align with designers and design teams.Mechanical engineering expertise.Responsible for engineering numbers, part numbers, and ordering parts.Additional Skills & Qualifications2+ years of experience within the automotive industry.Work Environment

This position is onsite in Detroit, MI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $45.00

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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Detroit,MI.

Application Deadline

This position will be accepting applications until Jan 24, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent 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.

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