Engineering Technician

Lead Electrical & Prototype Engineering Technician

The Lead Electrical & Prototype Engineering Technician will play a critical role in the development and assembly of next-generation zero-emission refrigerated trailer systems at the R&D facility. This position will lead prototype builds, perform electrical diagnostics, and collaborate with engineering teams to transition products from concept to pre-production.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the prototype build of 75 TRU Power 6000 units by year-end.
• Collaborate with R&D teams on design, prototyping, and testing.
• Perform CANalyzer testing, including reading and interpreting fault codes and telematics output.
• Troubleshoot electrical systems and build custom wire harnesses.
• Support quality assurance, environmental testing, and instrumentation.
• Write clear and detailed assembly instructions and documentation.
• Provide feedback and assist in design revisions as needed.
• Support commissioning and evaluation of pre-production units.
• Handle material movement, storage, and shipping preparation.
• Travel up to 5% of the time to dealership locations to support system installation on customer trailers and provide product service in the field.
• Kit and ship finished goods to customers or project sites according to project timelines.

Essential Skills:

• Experience with electrical systems, CAN bus diagnostics, and prototype assembly.
• Proficiency in CANalyzer or similar diagnostic tools.
• Ability to interpret schematics and build wire harnesses from scratch.
• Experience writing technical documentation and assembly procedures.
• Proactive mindset and ability to work cross-functionally in a fast-paced R&D environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

• Engineering experience with electronics and test equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints.

Work Environment:

The work is conducted on-site at the R&D prototype facility located in MI. This is a full-time, hourly position in a fast-moving, collaborative environment driven by innovation. The culture is mission-driven, inclusive, and focused on sustainability and technical excellence. The team currently consists of three on-site employees.

Job Type & Location:

This is a contract to hire position based out of Dexter, MI.

Pay and Benefits:

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $45.00/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 Dexter, MI.

Application Deadline:

This position is anticipated to close on Dec 12, 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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