Engine Dynamometer Technician

PDS Staffing • Livonia, MI

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Looking for a hands-on, mechanically inclined, automotive enthusiast for an Engine Dynamometer testing position who will support engine durability or development testing. This role involves setting up and operating an engine test cell. The Dynamometer Technician is responsible for engine set-up, test instrumentation, monitoring the test while the engine is running, performing regular engine health checks, and removal of the engine after test completion. The technician will work with engineers and other support staff to execute customer-based testing.

Requirements

• Minimum high school diploma or equivalent
• 4+ years of automotive mechanical related experience
• Must be a self-starter
• Must have excellent engine mechanical and electrical diagnostic skills
• Must be proficient with computers, including MS Office applications
• Must have own tools and a rolling toolbox
• Must be willing to learn and able to work overtime and weekends as needed
• Must be flexible, eager to learn and have a strong attention to detail
• Must have excellent written and verbal communication, organizational, and customer service skills

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree or technical training in an automotive related field
• Engine teardown/build skills and able to follow an engine assembly manual
• Able to perform simple fabrications and assemblies
• Engine dynamometer controls operation experience or training with AVL PUMA and/or A & D iTest

Responsibilities

• Setup and operate an engine test cell
• Engine set-up
• Test instrumentation
• Monitoring the test while engine running
• Performing regular engine health checks
• Removal of the engine after test completion
• Works with engineers and other support staff to execute customer-based testing

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED