Engine Lab Test Technician - Afternoons - $1K Signing Bonus

Amentum is the world’s top supplier of automotive test facilities, providing a full range of services to commercial automotive industry customers, including major vehicle providers, OEMs, and the international motorsports community. This position is based at the Engine Dyno lab in Dearborn, MI, and operates on the afternoon shift (3 PM – 11:30 PM).

About the role

We are looking for Engine Test Technicians with automotive knowledge—whether gained on the job or as a hobby—and a passion for learning automotive testing from an industry leader. This role offers full benefits and unlimited career growth opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct non-procedural gasoline and diesel engine dynamometer testing.
• Support development, durability, and performance testing in an engine dynamometer facility.
• Collect, review, and validate data for accuracy and completeness; make recommendations to engineering.
• Fabricate basic fixtures.
• Interface with Technologists, Product Engineers, and Supervisors on updates to test procedures, equipment, and methods.
• Verify calibration and maintenance of test equipment and systems.
• Install engines on dynamometers, hook up instrumentation, diagnose/troubleshoot problems, conduct tests, change engine parts as needed, and remove engines and instrumentation.

Requirements

• High School Diploma.
• Good interpersonal, computer, oral, and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of engines and powertrain.
• Desired: Working toward an Associate’s Degree in Automotive Technology or related field, or equivalent testing experience in gasoline and diesel engine testing.
• Experience in engines/powertrain dynamometer testing or similar techniques preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Lifting: Able to lift 50 lbs (e.g., intakes, exhaust parts, heads, drive shafts, and related engine components), 35% of the time.
• Special clothing/equipment: Safety glasses, slip-resistant hardened-toe shoes, gloves, long pants, and short-sleeve shirts, 100% of the time.
• Unusual physical requirements: Sitting (50%), standing (50%), bending (25%), stooping (25%).
• High noise level: Exposure to engine noise while running in the test cell (employees are not exposed to engine speeds over idle while in the cell).
• Extreme temperatures: Hot temperatures generated by engines; cold start tests with engines soaked to -20°F, 50% of the time.
• Hazardous conditions: Rotating equipment, engines, hot exhaust, and trip hazards, 100% of the time.

Work Environment

• Equipment and machines: Computers, analyzers (70%), basic hand tools (e.g., hammer, screwdrivers, wrenches, ratchets, sockets), 30%.
• Work hours: 8 hours per day, Monday–Friday, with flexibility to cover weekend testing as needed.
• Regular attendance and punctuality are critical.

Other Essential Functions

• Must pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check.
• Must demonstrate professional behavior with customers, management, and coworkers.
• Clear, concise, and accurate verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and not impose safety risks.
• Maintain a positive work atmosphere by behaving and communicating professionally.
• Dependable personal transportation to the work site is required.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching).
• Educational reimbursement.
• Parental leave.
• Employee stock purchase plan.
• Tax-saving options.
• Disability and life insurance.
• Pet insurance.

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions.

Schedule

Afternoon shift: 3 PM – 11:30 PM, Monday–Friday, with flexibility to cover weekend testing as needed.