Test Technician

Ford • Dearborn, MI

12h • $56,400 - $124,500 • Onsite

About The Position

Product Development uses design thinking and user experience methods to deliver breakthrough products and services that delight our customers. We have opportunities across multiple test labs, including Engine/Powertrain Dynamometer testing and Emissions/Chassis Dynamometer testing. This position is a Test Lab Technician supporting Calibration, Development, Durability, and Emissions testing of engines, powertrains, and vehicles. The individual must possess strong mechanical aptitude, solid automotive knowledge, and attention to detail.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Mechanical aptitude and working knowledge of automotive/engine systems – gasoline, diesel.

Nice To Haves

• Mechanical aptitude, ability to use diagnostic and hand/pneumatic tools.
• Experience testing engines, powertrains, or vehicles in a lab or dynamometer environment.
• Associate degree in automotive technology or equivalent.
• Motivated, self-starter, proven reliability.
• Proven ability to participate and collaborate in a Team environment.
• Understand and operate multiple computer systems controlling the operation and data acquisition systems in real time.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and support test equipment (dynamometers, test cells, and associated systems) to conduct vehicle, engine, or powertrain testing.
• Use mechanical and hand tools to install, remove, and maintain test articles, samples, and supporting systems.
• Perform troubleshooting, minor repairs, and maintenance on test equipment and vehicles/engines; Conduct or coordinate repairs.
• Monitor tests, record data, and report results while following all safety protocols.
• Perform site readiness checks and report failures.

Benefits

• Immediate medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage
• Flexible family care days, paid parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up child care and more
• Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility treatments, and more
• Vehicle discount program for employees and family members and management leases
• Tuition assistance
• Established and active employee resource groups
• Paid time off for individual and team community service
• A generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day
• Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.

What This Job Offers

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