Engine Technician

Work Environment

The role is based in a large, modern engine testing facility that serves as an engineering headquarters for advanced powertrain development. The facility includes more than 100 dynamometers testing gas engines, hybrid and electric motors, transmissions, and experimental propulsion systems. Work takes place primarily in very clean test labs, dyno cells, and garage-style environments, with a strong emphasis on organization, safety, and engineering discipline. Technicians spend significant time on their feet in dyno cells performing mechanical work, parts changes, and test setups, as well as some time at a desk entering data into Excel and reviewing test information. The facility is air conditioned and includes a full-service cafeteria operating from early morning to mid-afternoon. It is a large, 450,000-square-foot site with ample parking, though walking distances of up to a quarter mile may be required to reach work areas. Technicians must provide their own basic hand tools; the facility supplies toolboxes and any unique or specialty tools needed for testing and fabrication. The environment emphasizes learning, exposure to new technologies and software, and the opportunity to work on advanced engines and propulsion systems that may be five to eight or more years away from production.

About the Role

The Engine Technician supports advanced engine development and validation activities in a state-of-the-art propulsion laboratory. This role focuses on engine calibration, dynamometer operation, mechanical assembly and modification, and hands-on testing to optimize engine performance and durability. The technician works closely with engineers to prepare, instrument, and operate engines on test stands and dynos, contributing to future production powertrains and high-performance applications.

Responsibilities

• Support advanced engine development and validation activities
• Perform engine calibration
• Operate dynamometers
• Conduct mechanical assembly and modification
• Perform hands-on testing to optimize engine performance and durability
• Prepare, instrument, and operate engines on test stands and dynos
• Enter data into Excel and review test information

Job Type & Location

Contract position based out of PONTIAC, MI. This is a fully onsite position.

Pay

The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $35.00/hr.

Benefits

If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Application Deadline: Sep 14, 2026