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

We are the world’s top supplier of automotive test facilities, providing a full range of services to commercial automotive industry customers. Our clients include major vehicle providers, OEMs, and the international motorsports community.

About the role

We are hiring Engine Test Technicians to work the midnight shift (11 PM – 7:30 AM) at the Engine Dyno lab in Dearborn, MI. This position is ideal for individuals with automotive knowledge—whether from professional experience or a personal passion—and a strong enthusiasm to learn automotive testing from an industry leader.

Responsibilities

• Conduct a wide variety of 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, connect 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 required at all times.
• Unusual physical requirements: Sitting (50%), standing (50%), bending (25%), stooping (25%). Job involves manual labor.
• Noise level: High noise from running engines; employees are not exposed to engine speeds over idle while in the test cell.
• Temperature extremes: Hot temperatures from engines; cold start tests may involve soaking engines to -20°F, 50% of the time.
• Hazardous conditions: Rotating equipment, engines, hot exhaust, and trip hazards present at all times.

Work Environment

• Equipment and machines: Computers and analyzers (70%), basic hand tools (e.g., hammers, screwdrivers, wrenches, ratchets, sockets, and related repair tools) (30%).
• Attendance: Regular 8-hour shifts, Monday–Friday, with flexibility to cover other shifts or weekends as needed. Punctuality and regular attendance 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 required.
• Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and not pose a safety risk.
• Must maintain a positive work atmosphere by behaving and communicating professionally.
• Dependable personal transportation to the work site is required.

Benefits

Our health and welfare benefits support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

• 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.