Engineering Lab Technician, Triage

Job Title:Engineering Lab Technician, Triage

Location: Southfield, MI

Work Arrangement: ON-SITE

Tenneco is one of the world's leading designer, manufacturers, and marketers of automotive products for original equipment and aftermarket customers, with approximately 65,000 team members working at more than 200 sites worldwide. Through our four business groups, DRiV, Performance Solutions, Clean Air and Powertrain, Tenneco is driving advancements in global mobility by delivering technology solutions for diversified global markets, including light vehicle, commercial truck, off-highway, industrial, motorsport and the aftermarket.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Request input samples & manage sample inventory throughout data collection process
• Process input samples through necessary dimensional and functional data collection from internal and external labs,
• Generate 2D/3D CAD to help support with data collection process and generate quote prints
• Manage data collection requests for priority and due dates with ensuring records are updated with completed results.
• Back-up for ordering (OE, competitor and Tenneco products) and shipping (to other Tenneco locations or suppliers).

Minimum Requirements:

Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Associate degree in discipline relevant to position or equivalent work experience; PREFERRED

Experience:

• 2+ years' experience in Engineering or Auto Industry

Skills:

• Familiarity using 2D CAD drafting or 3D CAD modeling program (AutoCAD, NX, CATIA)
• Ability to interpret drawings and have basic understanding of measuring tools like calipers, micrometers, etc.
• Proficiency using Microsoft Office 365 (specifically Microsoft Excel).
• Attention to detail to make sure accuracy of input data.
• Ability and drive to complete projects with a deadline.
• Ability to lift items that are 40 lbs.
• Self-motivated with desire and ability to learn new systems specific to Tenneco.
• Preferred - Proficiency using 2D CAD drafting or 3D CAD modeling program (AutoCAD, NX, CATIA)
• Preferred - Basic understanding of steering and suspension systems.
• Outstanding interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work and communicate with engineers and management.
• Capacity to manage diverse workloads from multiple sources

An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.