Testing Technician

• Reliably set-up and perform gas stand, engine dynamometer, special testing, and other benchwork
• Complete engineering reports, present data to Engineering, as well as other lab duties
• Read and understand instructions and secure the necessary procedure(s), work instruction(s), or specification(s) to complete Engineering/Customer requests (GEMS Tickets)
• Reads engineering prints and can measure hardware utilizing the proper measurement tools and techniques
• Measures and assembles hardware prior to testing
• Performs setup of gas and engine stands and changeover of hardware for the next test sequence using correct adapters and connections for testing per specification(s)
• Independently operates gas stands, engine dynamometers, and other special testing equipment, observes, and immediately interprets data and reacts accordingly
• Performs system-level performance, sub-system level, and component qualification testing on gas stands
• Performs gas stand functional and durability testing on gas stands
• Performs engine durability testing, which includes installation of engine and dynamometer, dynamometer and engine installation checks, as well as writing and editing test schedules
• Demonstrates basic understanding and knowledge of measurements, temperatures, pressures, and frequencies
• Performs performance, burst and containment, durability, and mechanical qualification testing on gas stands, and engine stands
• Completes component level qualification testing such as blade frequency measurements and fatigue testing
• Gathers, processes, interprets, and distributes customer data
• Effectively communicates customer testing results in a timely manner
• Completes logbooks, testing notes, and other related records as required per Engineering requests, work instructions, procedures, or specifications
• Assists Test Engineering in calibration of test stands
• Performs maintenance on gas stands, engine stands, and test equipment as defined in the Operator Preventive Maintenance (OPM) log
• Demonstrates good interpersonal, communications, and decision-making skills
• Maintains safe and professional appearance, habits, and work area
• Actively participates and leads in 6S activities
• Continues training to upgrade capabilities
• Understands and adheres to current quality and control policies
• Understands and adheres to current health, safety, and environmental policies
• Performs other duties as requested, directed or assigned

• Associate’s degree in an engineering related field is preferred or related education and experience in an automotive technical field or certification from an Airframe and Powerplant technical school
• Equivalent mechanical powertrain experience in the automotive industry (in-depth engine work including tear down, reassembly, measurement, and dynamometer testing) if coupled with a minimum of 2 years of relevant R&D or technical lab testing experience
• Experience in general machining and fabrication, including basic welding
• Experience in professional automotive components test environment (powertrain systems, lab or R&D) is desired
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude is a must
• Must be proficient in reading and interpreting mechanical and engineering drawings
• Experienced and knowledgeable in the proper use of indicators, micrometers and dial calipers and other related equipment
• Ability to carry out assigned tasks with minimal supervision, and complete task in a timely manner
• Must be able to demonstrate Basic Computer literacy including the ability to use lab related software as well as Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams, Edge)
• Must be able and willing to attend courses related to specific test protocols

Experience in professional automotive components test environment (powertrain systems, lab or R&D) is desired

• Day 1 Medical Coverage with potential of no monthly premium
• Onsite Health Clinic for employees and dependents (age 14 and over) at no cost
• Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, and Disability Coverage
• Tuition Reimbursement Program after 18 months
• Retirement Savings Plan (401k) with a matching program
• Company paid holidays and vacation starting Day 1