Motorsports Engine Technician

Ford • Allen Park, MI

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About The Position

Perform assembly, disassembly, and rebuilding of high-performance race engines, adhering to engineering specifications and quality standards Maintain detailed records of all engine builds, including component history and critical tolerances, ensuring traceability and quality assurance Execute non-destructive tests and inspections, such as crack testing and detailed tolerance checks, to verify component integrity and dimensional accuracy Strictly adhere to cleanroom protocols and best practices to prevent contamination Proactively identify opportunities for improvements in build and teardown processes Organize and maintain facilities to ensure a suitable build environment for world class race engines Generate engine teardown reports including pictures and measurement data Provide support for dyno testing, including build verification, performance development, as well as engine installation and removal Established and active employee resource groups

Requirements

• Associates Degree or equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.
• Minimum 5+ years of race or high-performance engine building experience
• Strong understanding of internal combustion engine theory, mechanics, and systems
• Proficient knowledge of manufacturing processes and the ability to accurately interpret complex engineering blueprints and schematics
• Attention to detail and ability to maintain a clean, organized, and efficient work environment
• Capable of standing for long periods and occasionally moving parts weighing up to 50 lbs
• Expertise using measurement instruments such as calipers, bore gauges, micrometers, etc.
• Proactive problem-solving skills by consistently seeking and implementing solutions to technical challenges
• Ability to fabricate unique solutions given limited resources
• Proficiency with computer systems and related software applications (Microsoft applications)
• Possess a competitive spirit, can-do attitude, and interest in motorsports
• International and Domestic travel may be required

Nice To Haves

• Bachelors Degree in a related discipline

Responsibilities

• Perform assembly, disassembly, and rebuilding of high-performance race engines, adhering to engineering specifications and quality standards
• Maintain detailed records of all engine builds, including component history and critical tolerances, ensuring traceability and quality assurance
• Execute non-destructive tests and inspections, such as crack testing and detailed tolerance checks, to verify component integrity and dimensional accuracy
• Strictly adhere to cleanroom protocols and best practices to prevent contamination
• Proactively identify opportunities for improvements in build and teardown processes
• Organize and maintain facilities to ensure a suitable build environment for world class race engines
• Generate engine teardown reports including pictures and measurement data
• Provide support for dyno testing, including build verification, performance development, as well as engine installation and removal

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Associate degree