Technician

Actalent
Ypsilanti, MI

Job Title: Engineering Technician - Certification & Compliance
Job Description

We are seeking an entry to mid-level engineering technician to join the Certification and Compliance Test Team at our Superior Township location. This role supports certification and compliance activities crucial to maintaining high standards in automotive engineering.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct vehicle inspections and routine vehicle maintenance.
  • Remove and replace emission components and perform minor vehicle repairs.
  • Test vehicle instrumentation and drive vehicles using Chassis Dyno and Coast-down techniques.
  • Perform minor fabrication work and maintain vehicle tracking and fixed asset databases.
  • Support compliance projects including prepping vehicles for emission lab testing and maintaining IUVP loaner fleet.
  • Assist certification projects by preparing vehicles for EPA delivery and emission lab testing.
  • Handle MICS tasks such as cleaning, washing, fueling vehicles, and maintaining databases.
Essential Skills
  • Basic automotive experience with hands-on ability to perform routine technician tasks.
  • 1-year experience in customer service.
  • Proficiency in MS Office, including Excel and Word.
  • Basic knowledge of office equipment.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
  • Experience with hybrid and electric vehicles.
  • Automotive certifications such as State of MI or ASE.
  • Experience at a KIA dealership is a plus.
Work Environment

The role operates within a laboratory and shop environment, involving exposure to fuel, compressed air/gas, emissions, and exhaust fumes. Potential hazards include pinching, tripping, electrical, and chemical dangers, requiring bending and stooping. Candidates must safely handle hand power tools and be capable of lifting up to 75 lbs. Safety glasses are mandatory.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Ypsilanti, MI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $25.00/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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Ypsilanti,MI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 24, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is 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

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.

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