Jobs in Dearborn Heights, MI

HRIS Systems Analyst (Workday)

This position supports the organization’s HR technology environment with a focus on Workday. The role partners closely with HR, Payroll, and Benefits teams to enhance functionality, support daily operations, and deliver system improvements across a global user base.

What You’ll Do

Serve as the primary functional resource for Workday HR, Payroll, and Benefits modules

Maintain configurations, security, and business processes to ensure accuracy and compliance

Support enhancements and releases from design through deployment

Manage system changes using structured governance and testing practices

Coordinate with external payroll providers and benefit carriers to maintain connectivity and data accuracy

Investigate and resolve data, reporting, and integration discrepancies

Review interfaces and perform reconciliations

Execute system improvement initiatives and small projects

Provide user guidance, training, and documentation

Continuously identify opportunities to improve workflows and system usage

What We’re Looking For

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Information Systems, or related field preferred

3+ years supporting Workday in an HRIS environment

Experience with Workday Payroll and Benefits

Background in configuration, testing, and ongoing HR systems support

Strong communication skills and ability to work with technical and business stakeholders

Ability to work onsite

We’re ALTEN Technology USA, an engineering company helping clients bring groundbreaking ideas to life—from advancing space exploration and life-saving medical devices to building autonomous electric vehicles. With 3,000+ experts across North America, we partner with leading companies in aerospace, medical devices, robotics, automotive, commercial vehicles, EVs, rail, and more.

As part of the global ALTEN Group—57,000+ engineers in 30 countries—we deliver across the entire product development cycle, from consulting to full project outsourcing.

When you join ALTEN Technology USA, you’ll collaborate on some of the world’s toughest engineering challenges, supported by mentorship, career growth opportunities, and comprehensive benefits. We take pride in fostering a culture where employees feel valued, supported, and inspired to grow.

Job Summary:

• The Low Voltage Systems Integration Engineer will contribute to the design and development of Low Voltage systems and be responsible for ensuring reliable performance.
• You will lead system-level design activities and work side by side with various cross-functional teams to support product design, vehicle behaviors definition, prototype bring-up, and validation with a system level focus.
• You will lead bring-up and validation activities for each vehicle to build and be responsible for overall functionality and performance of Low Voltage systems throughout the product life cycle.
• You will Conceptualize, Design, Engineer, Develop, and support the launch of next-generation vehicle platform architectures for electric vehicles.

Responsibilities:

• Validate low volage system performance through proper analytical and experimental methods
• Work cross-functionally with HW, SW, and FuSa teams to perform system level failure analysis
• Drive functional safety analysis and decomposition of complex vehicle subsystems, create functional boundary diagrams and system interface specifications
• Perform low voltage system characterization through modeling and propose proper load management strategies to ensure system reliability
• Provide system level insights to component HW design team and play an active role in optimizing the HW design to achieve system level goals
• Work with cross functional teams to help polish various low voltage system requirements
• Ensure reliability of low voltage system through analytical and experimental means
• Perform trade studies to realize efficient system design strategies and optimize for cost
• Hands-on experience with testing, debugging, and experimental validation of electrical systems on bench and vehicle

The minimum requirements we seek:

• B.S in Electrical, Computer, or Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent
• 5+ years of relevant experience
• Highly skilled in using analytical tools such as MATLAB-Simulink, PSIM, LT-Spice, and similar tools to perform system simulations
• Experience and working knowledge of systems development, vehicle electrical architecture, functional safety, and component level integration planning
• Strong understanding of electrical engineering fundamentals and ability to apply them to automotive concepts
• Proven debugging and diagnostic skills in electrical, mechanical, and software domains
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• An eagerness to work cross-functionally in a dynamic environment where you are part of a high performing team
• A systems approach to design and development with the desire and curiosity to strive for exceptional delivery execution and continuous improvement

Preferred Requirements:

• Master’s Degree Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering or related fields
• 10 years of experience in using advanced analytical tools to perform component level and system level simulations
• Hands-on experience with electrical test equipment (oscilloscopes, DMMs, signal generators, power supplies, etc.)
• Experience with Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) and Hazard Analysis and Risk Assessment (HARA)

ALTEN Technology is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our Policy is to extend opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual’s age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or veteran status.

Please beware of job seeker scams and see this important notice on our careers page for more information about our recruiting process.

Compliance Notice: Alten USA is a federal contractor subject to the requirements of the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) and Executive Order 11246. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Drug Screening Requirement: As a federal contractor, Alten USA maintains a drug-free workplace. All candidates selected for employment will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screening as a condition of hire.

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly experienced CAE Durability Engineer – Technical Specialist to lead the structural durability and fatigue validation of critical vehicle systems. This role is responsible for driving virtual sign-off processes, advanced simulation analysis, and correlation between simulation models and physical testing to ensure the durability and reliability of vehicle structures, particularly for electric vehicle architectures.

The ideal candidate will serve as a subject matter expert (SME) in structural durability, guiding engineering teams through simulation-based design validation while collaborating cross-functionally with design, manufacturing, and testing teams.

Job Duties for Durability CAE Tech Specialist

Core Responsibilities

• Virtual Sign-off & Validation: Lead the structural durability and fatigue sign-off for critical systems like body structures, frames, and electric vehicle (EV) battery trays before physical prototype builds.
• Advanced Simulation Leadership: Oversee complex, full-vehicle explicit and implicit dynamic simulations (e.g., ground strikes, curb strikes, and cyclic loading) to assess structural resilience.
• Model Correlation: Drive the alignment between virtual simulation models and physical test results from proving grounds or lab rigs to ensure predictive accuracy.
• Root Cause Analysis: Use physics-based principles and simulation data to diagnose and resolve durability failures from early development through production.
• Technical Mentorship: Act as a "subject matter expert" (SME), coaching junior engineers and developing new CAE methodologies.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Engage with design, manufacturing, and "Road Load" teams to develop design load targets and ensure lessons learned are integrated into future vehicle architectures.

Key Technical Skills & Qualifications

• Simulation Software Expertise: Mastery of CAE tools such as Abaqus, Nastran and fatigue solvers like nCode DesignLife or FEMFAT.
• Material Science Knowledge: Deep understanding of fatigue life prediction, plasticity, ductile failure, and metal joining methods (e.g., welding in HSLA steels or cast materials).
• Data Processing: Proficiency in pre-processors ANSA or HyperMesh and Post-processors HyperView or Meta/Post. Familiarity in scripting languages like Python or MATLAB for automation would be a plus.
• Communication & Presentation: Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with a proven ability to translate complex data into clear technical and executive presentations for leadership decision-making
• Experience: Requires 10+ years of experience in structural components and CAE correlation for specialist roles.

Special Considerations:

• AI & Machine Learning:
• Proficiency in applying Reduced Order Modeling (ROM) and Neural Networks to accelerate traditional CAE simulations.
• Experience using AI-driven design tools (e.g., Altair PhysicsAI or Ansys SimAI) to predict stress and strain fields without full solver runs.
• Knowledge of Generative Design algorithms to optimize topology for durability and mass reduction.

We’re proud of our Tier 1 supplier legacy for manufacturing propulsion-agnostic, structural automotive components, and assemblies around the globe.

To help us drive excellence, you’ll get to be:

· Assume project management responsibilities for any assigned project and ensure timelines are met.

· Manage all facility preventative maintenance service schedules, exterior and grounds maintenance, and coordinate any facility repair activities.

· Generate and provide bid specifications for potential vendors for projects related to the facility.

· Primary contact with all utility companies and facility service companies

• · Coordinate & oversee equipment moves and rigging
• · May manage the EAM preventative maintenance system

This full-time, salary role is a part of our Maintenance team and reports to the Maintenance Manager.

SUCCESS FACTORS:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or equivalent experience
• Minimum six (6) years or more of hands-on manufacturing experience
• Proficient in AutoCAD
• · Working knowledge of air compressors and facility air balancing.
• · Working knowledge of fire suppression systems.
• · Working knowledge of facility plumbing systems and storm drain requirements.

Asset Manager

Summary:

MUST have substation or underground experience

Asset Management Engineer is responsible for managing and optimizing the life cycle of physical assets to ensure they serve the intended purpose efficiently and effectively. This includes the development of the business process around it. Builds and maintains effective relationships with key internal and/or external decision makers.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain asset management strategies aligned with organizational goals and applicable standards
• Analyze asset performance, reliability, and lifecycle costs to support data driven investment and maintenance decisions.
• Define asset criticality, maintenance strategies to optimize risk, cost, and performance.
• Support and maintain asset management systems (e.g., EAM/CMMS platforms), ensuring data accuracy and integrity
• Proactively analyze asset performance data, benchmark performance, identifying common failures, and formulating corrective actions. Assess the life cycle of assets and make recommendations for upgrades or replacements
• Develop reports on asset records, including information on their condition, location, and develop cost-effective asset management solutions to minimize expenses
• Establish and monitor asset performance metrics (KPIs) such as availability, reliability, and total cost of ownership
• Ensure compliance with regulatory, safety, and internal governance requirements related to asset management
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, standards development, and asset management documentation

Required Qualifications

• 3–7 years of experience in asset management, reliability engineering, maintenance engineering, or a related role
• Working knowledge of asset lifecycle management and reliability-centered maintenance concepts.
• Experience using asset management or CMM/EAM systems
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and data interpretation skills.

Education

• A bachelor's degree in engineering (civil, mechanical, electrical) or related field is required.

Structural / Miscellaneous Steel Estimator

Dearborn Heights, MI

Permanent

$100,000 - $140,000 + Benefits

The Role

A nationally ranked, award-winning general contractor is seeking a Structural / Miscellaneous Steel Estimator to join its Preconstruction team in the Detroit metro area.

This role sits within a collaborative steel preconstruction team (approx. six professionals) and reports into Preconstruction Leadership. You will lead both hard-bid and negotiated proposals, primarily focused on manufacturing, power, energy, and industrial steel projects nationwide.

You’ll be trusted to operate with autonomy — preparing accurate, competitive budgets while supporting business development and strengthening client relationships.

Key Responsibilities:

• Review drawings and specifications to define full project scope
• Attend and contribute to pre-bid meetings
• Prepare detailed, accurate cost estimates
• Solicit and level subcontractor and supplier pricing
• Develop best-value solutions balancing cost, engineering, and quality
• Clearly define bid inclusions, exclusions, and clarifications
• Support operations teams on awarded projects (including change orders)
• Contribute to conceptual budgeting and professional proposal development

What They’re Looking For

• 7+ years of structural / miscellaneous steel estimating experience
• Strong background in industrial, manufacturing, power, or energy sectors
• Deep understanding of conceptual estimating and cost control
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office & scheduling tools

You’ll thrive here if you’re analytical, ethical, commercially sharp, and genuinely enjoy collaborating with operations and clients.

Duration: 12 Months (Temp to Perm)

Client: One of the largest provider of transformational learning solutions.

Overview:

We are looking for an Automotive Training & Development Consultant located in the Detroit, Michigan area.

This position is responsible for analysis, research, development and delivery of manufacturing processes and technical launch training with on-site support to OEM vehicle assembly plants in the US, Canada and Mexico.

Duties:

• Provide on-site training and support at each of the OEM vehicle assembly plants.
• Instruct and consult plant process and repair personnel to improve their understanding of the vehicle and its highly intricate and interconnected systems and subsystems.
• Present and demonstrate efficient and effective methods of diagnosing and correcting vehicle assembly, vehicle electrical systems and sub-system deficiencies.
• Conduct root cause analysis to accurately identify the cause(s) of assembly and vehicle deficiencies.
• Act as the training liaison between product/manufacturing engineering and general assembly by creating, designing and developing training materials related to vehicle assembly process, electrical harness manufacture, vehicle electrical system architectures and schematics.
• Communicate and share lessons learned, developed training materials and information gathered in support of one plant project with remaining plants on a timely basis.
• Analyze and identify future training needs for each of the OEM vehicle assembly plants.
• Support and participate in plant launch meetings and provide training reports to management, the OEM management and OEM launch teams.
• Interface with engineering, component suppliers and vendors to validate and develop training materials for the manufacturing process, vehicle and vehicle electrical sub-systems prior to the Start of Regular Production (SORP).
• Research and compile manufacturing processes and technical information to be included in training course materials, such as, but not limited to engineering schematics, work in process service information, engineering documents, engineering math data and manufacturing reports.

Qualifications:

• Associate's degree or Certificate in Automotive Technology, engineering or other related discipline with 5 years of experience as an automotive instructional designer, training developer, automotive instructor and/or manufacturing instructor. Or High school diploma with eight years of experience as an automotive instructional designer, training developer, automotive instructor and/or manufacturing instructor may be considered in lieu of an associate’s degree.
• Demonstrated knowledge of automotive systems from an advanced diagnostics perspective.
• Demonstrated knowledge of OEM manufacturing tracking and reporting systems.
• Demonstrated knowledge of OEM manufacturing dynamic vehicle testing systems.
• Ability to develop professional training materials using pre-launch documents.
• Ability to read and interpret a digital multimeter, OEM diagnostic scan tool and other automotive related diagnostic test equipment.
• Ability to effectively conduct one-on-one and group presentations Ability to interpret early engineering level electrical schematic diagrams.
• Ability to read OEM supplier electrical harness prints.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Extensive travel flexibility. Upward of 75% travel, depending upon launch.
• Ability to work independently without supervision.
• ASE certifications.
• Demonstrated presentation skills delivering process and technical training.
• Automotive technical assistance center experience.

Pacific International has been exclusively retained by a leading global manufacturer of precision-engineered automotive components in the search for a Senior Buyer.

This is a chance to join an organization with over $1B+ in annual revenue, a strong position as a market leader in driveline systems, and a global footprint spanning North America, Europe, and Asia. The business plays a critical role in supplying world-class OEMs with components used in flagship vehicles.

With continued growth and a strong position in the global market, the company is looking for a professional who can partner with international teams, contribute to the global sourcing strategy, and turn key data into insights that drive strategic decisions.

What You’ll Do:

• Take full ownership of a defined commodity portfolio, including strategy development and execution.
• Lead the preparation and issuance of requests for quote (RFQs), evaluate total cost options, and present sourcing recommendations.
• Negotiate cost, terms, quality, technology, and delivery with suppliers to secure competitive advantage.
• Build and manage strong supplier relationships, including performance reviews, risk management, and corrective actions.
• Partner with cross-functional teams (Engineering, Program Management, Quality, Operations) to support new program launches and ensure supplier readiness.
• Conduct detailed cost analysis, make/buy scenarios, and should-cost modeling to identify savings opportunities.
• Monitor and analyze global market conditions and trends to proactively adjust sourcing strategies.
• Support change management, supplier resourcing, and process improvements across the purchasing function.
• Provide leadership in sourcing reviews, strategy presentations, and supplier negotiations.

What We’re Looking For:

• 5–10 years of purchasing and supply chain management experience, ideally within automotive OEM or Tier 1.
• Proven track record of leading supplier negotiations and delivering measurable cost savings.
• Experience in commodity strategy development and portfolio ownership.
• Ability to read and interpret technical prints/specifications and identify cost drivers.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to conduct cost breakdowns and market analysis.
• Excellent project management, organizational, and multitasking skills.
• Clear, professional communication and presentation skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimal travel required.

About Pacific International Executive Search:

Pacific International, a globally recognized retained executive search firm, is dedicated to empowering Fortune 500, FTSE 100, and high-growth enterprises in building exceptional C-suite, senior-level, and strategic leadership teams while championing diversity and inclusion. Our adaptability, agility, and forward-thinking ethos distinguish us in the ever-evolving business landscape.

Since 1997, we have been dedicated to building lasting client partnerships based on trust and reliability, and a proven track record of successful C-suite and mid- to senior-level leadership project delivery across many key industries globally.

Diversity Statement:

At Pacific International, diversity, equity, and inclusion are at the core of who we are and what we do. Our commitment to these values is unwavering and we proudly champion diversity on behalf of our clients in every Executive Search mandate we undertake. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law. In pursuit of these objectives, we actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and identities.

For further information on this position and a confidential discussion about your career please contact:

Job Title: CAE Durability Engineer – Technical Specialist

Location: Detroit, Michigan, USA

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly experienced CAE Durability Engineer – Technical Specialist to lead the structural durability and fatigue validation of critical vehicle systems. This role is responsible for driving virtual sign-off processes, advanced simulation analysis, and correlation between simulation models and physical testing to ensure the durability and reliability of vehicle structures, particularly for electric vehicle architectures.

The ideal candidate will serve as a subject matter expert (SME) in structural durability, guiding engineering teams through simulation-based design validation while collaborating cross-functionally with design, manufacturing, and testing teams.

Job Duties for Durability CAE Tech Specialist

Core Responsibilities

• Virtual Sign-off & Validation: Lead the structural durability and fatigue sign-off for critical systems like body structures, frames, and electric vehicle (EV) battery trays before physical prototype builds.
• Advanced Simulation Leadership: Oversee complex, full-vehicle explicit and implicit dynamic simulations (e.g., ground strikes, curb strikes, and cyclic loading) to assess structural resilience.
• Model Correlation: Drive the alignment between virtual simulation models and physical test results from proving grounds or lab rigs to ensure predictive accuracy.
• Root Cause Analysis: Use physics-based principles and simulation data to diagnose and resolve durability failures from early development through production.
• Technical Mentorship: Act as a "subject matter expert" (SME), coaching junior engineers and developing new CAE methodologies.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Engage with design, manufacturing, and "Road Load" teams to develop design load targets and ensure lessons learned are integrated into future vehicle architectures.

Key Technical Skills & Qualifications

• Simulation Software Expertise: Mastery of CAE tools such as Abaqus, Nastran and fatigue solvers like nCode DesignLife or FEMFAT.
• Material Science Knowledge: Deep understanding of fatigue life prediction, plasticity, ductile failure, and metal joining methods (e.g., welding in HSLA steels or cast materials).
• Data Processing: Proficiency in pre-processors ANSA or HyperMesh and Post-processors HyperView or Meta/Post. Familiarity in scripting languages like Python or MATLAB for automation would be a plus.
• Communication & Presentation: Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with a proven ability to translate complex data into clear technical and executive presentations for leadership decision-making
• Experience: Requires 10+ years of experience in structural components and CAE correlation for specialist roles.

Special Considerations:

• AI & Machine Learning:
• Proficiency in applying Reduced Order Modeling (ROM) and Neural Networks to accelerate traditional CAE simulations.
• Experience using AI-driven design tools (e.g., Altair PhysicsAI or Ansys SimAI) to predict stress and strain fields without full solver runs.
• Knowledge of Generative Design algorithms to optimize topology for durability and mass reduction.

Litigation Attorney (1-3 Years Experience) – Foley, Baron, Metzger & Juip, P.C.

Location: Livonia, MI (Hybrid)

Foley, Baron, Metzger & Juip, a growing AV®-rated law firm, is seeking a Litigation Attorney to join our team.

We are looking for candidates with strong litigation backgrounds — including handling discovery, drafting and arguing motions, and taking depositions. Trial experience and work involving products liability, toxic tort, environmental matters, or cannabis regulatory and business issues is a plus.

Experience should include some or all of the following:

• Managing discovery and document review projects
• Taking witness and expert depositions
• Legal research and brief writing

Qualifications:

• Civil litigation experience
• Strong academic credentials
• Excellent research skills (LexisNexis or Westlaw)
• Exceptional writing and communication abilities
• High-level computer proficiency
• Self-starter with the ability to manage cases independently

We offer a hybrid work environment that is collegial and collaborative, along with competitive compensation and benefits. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health, prescription, dental, and vision insurance (with FSA and HSA options), as well as life insurance, AD&D, short- and long-term disability coverage, and more.

To apply, please email your résumé, writing samples, and references to