Instrumentation Engineering Technician - OCU - Technical - x

Job Summary

Conducts performance and reliability testing on engines, components, systems, and controls.

Conducts performance and reliability testing on multiple and single cylinder engines, components, systems, and controls; performs diagnosis of engines, components, systems, controls, and test cell problems and initiates appropriate resolutions.

Configures and operates data acquisition systems; analyzes and reviews data for appropriateness; writes computer programs to assist in analysis and data interpretation; configures engine test programs; interprets results; makes necessary adjustments; documents, defines data collected, and maintains electronic files.

Performs rig, engine and component builds, tear down, and inspections.

Grades and measures components.

Creates sketches for machining and fabricates necessary piping, tubing, and brackets from prints and drawings.

Installs engines and instrumentation of engines and components in test cells, test rigs.

Uses common tools such as Calterm, Asset, Cyflex, etc.

Designs, documents, and executes test plans; provides input during the creation of test plans; prepares test reports to include findings, conclusions and recommendations.

Understands and applies appropriate company and department rules and guidelines to work.

Works with and trains apprentices and technicians.

Interfaces with customers, suppliers, engineers, and other functions.

Coordinates programs including planning, scheduling, ordering, and tracking.

Participates in the maintenance of quality procedures.

Leads and participates in improvement projects.

Develops and gives presentations to customers and suppliers.

Knows and complies with all safety policies and procedures.

Demonstrates confidentiality as required.

Participates in self- and team-audits and associated corrective action.

Performs other miscellaneous duties, as required, to get the job done.

• First-Line Instrumentation Support for Test Cells – Respond promptly to emissions test cell instrumentation issues as they arise. Perform initial troubleshooting, basic diagnostics, and corrective actions following established procedures. When issues cannot be resolved independently, escalation to senior technicians, engineers, or supervisors per defined escalation paths.
• Issue Logging and Work Documentation – Record all support activities using the department’s Power Apps tracking tool, including problem descriptions, troubleshooting steps, time spent, and any parts replaced. Maintain clear, accurate notes to support shift handovers, trend analysis, and continuous improvement.
• Learning and Performing Required Calibrations – Gain proficiency over time in performing required regulatory and internal verifications and calibrations (e.g., 35‑day, 6‑month, and annual checks). Support calibration activities across ISO 17025‑accredited CVS systems as well as approximately 25 additional test cells supported by the team.

Data Acquisition – Prepares samples, verifies equipment calibration and performs tests according to an approved standard procedure or work instruction in a manner which ensures, and results in, data that can be trusted and delivered to the engineer or customer.

Data Reporting – Prepares documentation in a manner which clearly organizes and presents testing methods, instrument settings, the data and analysis to allow the engineer and customer to understand the results and form accurate conclusions and recommendations.

Product Function Test System Design – Interprets test equipment specifications from test standards or lab customer requirements; selects and integrates appropriate equipment, instrumentation and software to control boundary conditions and collect measurement data; assesses capability of the lab equipment against the requirements and support infrastructure.

Test Article Build – Assembles test articles according to test requirements, including all necessary installation or accommodations for instrumentation, in a manner that allows the test articles to successfully undergo product functional test.

Test Setup and Configuration – Interprets test plan to determine optimal…