Engine Lab Test Technician - Midnights
Brief Outline Of Specific Roles And 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 and make recommendations to engineering.
Fabricate basic fixtures.
Interface with Technologists, Product Engineers, and Supervisors on updates/new test procedures, equipment and methods.
Verify the calibration and maintenance of test equipment and test systems.
Install engines on dynamometer, hook up instrumentation, diagnose / troubleshoot problems, conduct tests, change engine parts if necessary, and remove engine and instrumentation.
MINIMUM EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, AND /OR SKILL REQUIREMENTS
- High School Diploma
Good interpersonal, computer, oral and written skills.
Knowledge of engines and powertrain.
Desired: Working towards an Associates’ Degree in Automotive Technology or related field or equivalent testing experience in Gasoline and Diesel engine testing.
Experience in engines/powertrain dynamometer testing or other similar testing techniques preferred.
Essential Functions Of The Position
- Unusual or Special Physical Requirements of Position
Lifting: Able to lift 50 lbs, engine parts such as intakes, exhaust parts, heads, drive shafts, and other related engine parts and accessories, 35%
Special clothing/equipment (wearing): Safety glasses, slip resistant hardened toe shoes, gloves, long pants, short sleeve shirts, 100%
Unusual physical requirements: Sitting (50%), Standing (50%), Bending (25%), Stooping (25%).
Job requires manual labor
High noise level: Engine high noise level while running in the test cell, the employees are not exposed to engine speeds over idle while in the cell
Description Of Work Environment
- Extreme (hot/cold) temperatures involved: Hot temperatures generated by engines. Cold start tests, the engine can be soaked to -20F, 50%
- Hazardous conditions - What are they?
Rotating equipment, engines, hot exhaust, trip hazards, 100%
Criticality Of Attendance
- Necessity for regular attendance: Critical
Urgency for punctuality: Critical
Work hours are normally 8 hours per day and 5 days per week, Monday-Friday. Regular attendance of scheduled hours is extremely important.
Must have flexibility of work days to cover weekend testing requirements.
Compensation Details
N/A
Benefits Overview
Our health and welfare benefits are designed to 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
Original Posting
05/18/2026 - Until Filled