Engine Dynamometer Test Technician
Kelly® Engineering is hiring Dynamometer Test Technicians. These roles are contract to hire; 2^nd shift opportunities at our Van Buren Township based client. Their core business is vehicle testing for light and heavy-duty engine testing along with other services including powertrain, fuel cell, and more. If you are passionate about shaping the world we live in and are ready to reengineer your future, trust the experts at hiring experts.  

Hours: 3:00-11:30

Your main focus is to build & set up engine dyno test rigs, execute testing, and collect test data for developmental/prototype engines, transmissions and vehicles ranging from simple to complex technology. Knowledge of emissions equipment preferred.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Sets up test cells for engines, transmissions and vehicles by modifying or fabricating transmission, engine, of vehicle components for testing
  

• Selects, installs, calibrates, and checks sensing and data acquisition equipment
  

• Assists in the design specification and troubleshooting of test cell and test electronics, hydraulics, pneumatics, and mechanicals for problematics operations.
  

• Executes engine, transmission, or vehicle builds
  

• Create process documentation detailing any unique areas of test cell operation
  

• Monitors critical functions of engines and equipment while operating test cells
  

• Records or coordinates the recording of test procedures and results, numerical and graphical data, and recommendations for changes in product or test method
  

• Perform preliminary analysis of results
  

• Present data to customers or other staff member
  

• Suggests new process improvements
  

• Responsible for the quality of measurement and test system data results
  

• Resolve problems using solutions that involve new techniques, technologies, or concepts
  

• Contributes to planning own activities on a project and monitoring/controlling costs, while working within engineering principles and company specifications and practices regarding calculations and other variables affecting test results

Qualifications of the Successful Candidate

• High school diploma or General Education Diploma (GED), plus technical training such as trade school, apprenticeship, or associate degree
  

• 5+ years’ experience installing, maintaining, or servicing industrial or large test equipment
  

• Experience with gasoline, alternative fuel, and/or diesel engine test cell setups
  

• Familiarity with standardized test cycles and 1065 regulations
  

• Knowledge of basic computer hardware and software
  

• Microsoft Office Skills
  

• Must be self-motivated and possess the drive to complete tasks in a timely manner and with appropriate attention to detail while multitasking
  

• Must have personal tools, (general mechanics hand tools)

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