Junior Technician @ Actalent

Job Title: Software Reflash TechnicianJob DescriptionThe Software Reflash Technician works as part of an onsite team updating vehicle module software for automotive customers in Auburn Hills, MI . This is a long-term contract role with the potential to transition to a direct position. Training is provided.

Responsibilities

• Follow established team rules, policies, job procedures, quality standards, and required safety and clothing guidelines, including adherence to assigned work hours.
• Troubleshoot issues that arise during software re-flash activities, including working with supervision and data preparation teams.
• Send and upload log files and accurate vehicle completion reports on a regular basis to support customer reporting and project tracking.
• Maintain a positive working relationship and professional rapport with local customer management, resident engineers, and other stakeholders to ensure project needs are fully met.
• Return all vehicles to the customer in accordance with team Perfect Delivery standards, ensuring each vehicle is properly handled, updated, and documented every time.
• Use a company-issued laptop computer to run testing and re-flash software tools and to complete required reports and documentation.
• Participate in on-the-job training to learn vehicle software, vehicle testing processes, and testing software, and apply this knowledge to daily work.
• Support a collaborative, close-knit team environment by working cooperatively with colleagues to meet project deadlines and quality expectations.

Essential Skills

• Proficient computer skills, including the ability to use MS Office applications such as Word and Excel to complete reports and documentation.
• Comfort working with technology and technical hobbies, such as coding, creating video games, building websites, cell phone repair, or participation in technical retail or service environments.
• Ability to learn and effectively use vehicle diagnostic and software re-flash tools, including PUMA, Vehicle Spy, Tech II, NeoVI, and GM DPS, with training provided as needed.
• Willingness and ability to travel up to 20% of the time within the metro Detroit area.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• This role is well suited for individuals who enjoy hands-on technical work and are looking to build a career in vehicle software and testing.

Work EnvironmentWork is performed onsite at a major automotive headquarters facility in Auburn Hills, MI, with one opening currently available. The role is primarily first shift, with typical hours such as 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM or 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM, and some flexibility based on team needs.

Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of Auburn Hills, MI.

Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $21.00 - $21.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. 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)

Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 7, 2026.

Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Auburn Hills,MI.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 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

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