Racing Engine Technician

Ilmor•Plymouth, MI

1d•$21

About The Position

RACE ENGINE TECHNICIAN Ilmor Engineering provides design, development, testing, and manufacturing of performance engines and parts for major manufacturers and racing teams throughout the world. Our clients include automotive, marine, IndyCar, ARCA, and NASCAR among others. All of our high-performance engines and components are precision engineered to the highest standards—utilizing the latest manufacturing technologies and quality systems. At Ilmor, we offer engineering and support services from clean sheet to completed project. Our team utilizes their expertise and ingenuity to create innovative original concepts or provide creative solutions to existing high-performance designs. The Race Engine Technicians are responsible for day-to-day sub-assembly tasks supporting engine and component assembly and inspection. The individual will support engine teardowns, quality checking, Post dyno inspection, testing and provide high tolerance, high quality parts in a demanding, racing environment. Join our team as an entry-level Engine Technician in Plymouth, MI!

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent
2-3 years of recent engine experience in a low volume or custom application is strongly preferred
Must have full knowledge of how an engine works and be very detail and service oriented
Proficient with computers and Microsoft applications
Able to work independently with minimal supervision
Effective communicator and collaborator
Able to work hard and maintain quality standards with tight deadlines
Able to work overtime when needed

Nice To Haves

Vocational Certification or Associates Degree in a related subject such as Automotive Performance, Automotive Technician, or related field would be preferred
Experience building motorsport engines

Responsibilities

Disassembly, cleaning, quality checking, crack testing using nondestructive methods.
Make quality decisions based on known life/usage and condition of the parts
Engine and component record keeping to procedures.
Post dyno inspection using a borescope
Inspection of engine components, and verification they are to the appropriate standard.
Measure components to close tolerances
Set and verify part clearances to design documents
Verify conformance of parts to stock lists or blueprints using advanced measuring instruments, such as calipers, gauges, or micrometers
Accurate use of measuring equipment and the required hand tools
Meet or exceed quality standards
Other duties may be assigned