Engine Test Technician

Brunswick Boat Group•Fond du Lac, WI

1d•$46,000 - $72,200•Onsite

About The Position

As an Engine Test Technician on Mercury Marine’s Engineering team you will be responsible for executing the endurance engine test program and all other engineering engine test activities at Mercury’s Indoor Test Center (ITC) located in Fond du Lac, Wisconsin. At Brunswick, we have passion for our work and a distinct ability to deliver. Diversity of thought and experiences is fundamental when imagining the unimaginable. Certain skillsets/experiences are necessary; however, others can be developed along the way.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED
3 years of related experience
Experience with the use of related precision tools and equipment (torque wrenches, borescopes, calipers)
Self-starter to keep engines on test and minimize downtime to meet tight deadlines.
Willingness to work overtime and pick up additional shifts with little advanced notice when needed

Nice To Haves

Associates degree in related technical field
5 years of related experience
Proficient with internal combustion engine disassembly, assembly, troubleshooting and general understanding of operation for evaluating test data.
Familiarity with various boat electrical, hydraulic, fuel, control, and other related systems
Basic machining, welding and fabrication experience
Strong computer skills and experience with Allen Bradley PLCs and Ignition HMI software for test interfacing

Responsibilities

Conduct and monitor endurance engine testing for new and current products
Rig engines into test tanks, install and/or connect instrumentation for data collection
Perform and document engine maintenance for engine’s on test (oil change, valve lash, spark plugs, oil samples)
Install/remove outboard and inboard engine parts as required (gearcases, transmission, dives, cylinder heads, cams, exhaust, harnessing, sensors, etc.)
Troubleshoot engine and ITC issues (electrical, mechanical, hydraulic)
Monitor test facility systems (tank water chemistry, tank and engine water supply, etc.)
Fabricate/modify test fixtures, test parts, test props, etc.
Document and report daily progress verbally and written within several different computer-based platforms
Follow precise engineering instructions and test procedures
Indoor Test Center facility/grounds cleaning and maintenance activities
Be an effective team member with a commitment to safety