We are the world’s top supplier of automotive test facilities, providing a full range of services to commercial automotive industry customers. Customers include not only the world’s major vehicle providers and other original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), but also clients from the international motor sports community.

We are hiring Engine Test Technicians to work at the Engine Dyno lab in Dearborn, MI.

Job Details:

• Develop and implement test plans for validation of Body / Chassis components, systems and full vehicles.

• Design, review and update operational test procedures to ensure maximum facility and operational efficiencies.
• Plan, design, conduct and write reports for component development, and testing.
• Develop and implement new test procedures to verify new designs and technology.
• Ensure that all facilities and test equipment are properly maintained to conduct high quality testing.
• Verify quality of test data by applying statistical methods.
• Work with Design and Release Engineers to develop test plans to maximize the utilization of prototype components and systems, test fixtures and facilities.
• Ensure test procedures are correlated to real world customer usage.
• Develop and implement maintenance and calibration procedures to ensure all test equipment is functioning properly.
• Perform basic test automation functions such as test automation setup and execution.
• Lead in the development of new equipment specifications to ensure that any new equipment meets all testing requirements.

MINIMUM EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, AND /OR SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

• B.S. in Engineering from an accredited school
• Strong MS Office suite and computer skills, including fundamentals around application of Excel-VB macro development
• Excellent leadership, communications and interpersonal skills; Ability to function as part of a team and work cooperatively toward team goals
• Qualified candidates will work well under pressure, demonstrate excellent problem solving and creativity, and be able to quickly evaluate new information and make appropriate decisions.
• Ability to develop & deliver business cases and presentations, project documentation to be delivered to upper management.

Preferred Qualifications:

• BS in ME/EE.
• 1+ year experience in lab testing.
• Working knowledge of servo hydraulic systems, supporting facilities equipment (fixed and mobile), control software fundamentals and data acquisition including RPC Pro Simulation Software and Multi-Axis Testing.
• Working knowledge of pneumatic and electrometric test equipment and controllers
• Applied understanding of Measurement Uncertainty, Equipment Calibration, Data Acquisition, Control Systems Fundamentals, SPC, QOS, FMEA, G8D and 6-Sigma skill set or certification.
• Ability to develop & deliver business cases and presentations, project documentation to be delivered to upper management
• Experience managing testing at labs including forecasting, maintaining schedules, ensuring quality testing on schedule.
• Post test data processing for accurate test results.

Unusual or Special Physical Requirements of Position

• Lifting: Up to 50 lbs, 25%
• Climbing: 25%
• Crawling: 25%
• 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: Exposure to high noise areas possible in test facility, 50%
• Other: NA
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Description of Work Environment

• Inside? Outside? Combination? Where?: Inside, office environment, test lab, 100)%
• Extreme (hot/cold) temperatures involved: 20%
• Hazardous conditions - What are they?: Rotating equipment, trip hazards, 100%
• Travel/transportation requirements: NA
• Other: NA

Equipment and Machines Involved in Work Tasks

• Office equipment/machines electrically/battery operated - which?: Computers, fax machines, copiers, telephones, 100%
• Vehicles, forklifts, etc. operated which?: NA
• Tools used in trade - which ones?: Occasional use of hand tools, 25%
• Other: NA

Criticality of Attendance

• Overtime, regular days, off days: Monday through Friday 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Occasional need to arrive early or stay late dependent upon projects and interactions with parties globally. 100%
• Shift, 1st, 2nd, 3rd: Day shift, Occasional need to work Saturday and/or Sunday dependent up on facility workload
• Necessity for regular attendance: Critical, 100%
• Urgency for punctuality: Critical, 100%
• Work hours are normally 8 hours per day and 5 days per week, Monday-Friday. Regular attendance of scheduled hours is extremely important. Punctuality and regular attendance are necessary.

Other Essential Functions:

Must complete and pass a pre-employment drug screen, health performance evaluation, and background check. Must demonstrate professional behavior at all times when dealing with customers, management and co-workers. Must have clear, concise and accurate communications skills in English, both verbal and written. Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk to self or others. Must maintain a positive work atmosphere by behaving and communicating in a professional manner. Dependable personal transportation to work site is required.

Compensation Details:

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

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

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/benefits.

Original Posting:

Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language at Labor Laws Posters.