Automotive Transmission Dyno Test Technician

Position: Automotive Transmission Dyno Test Technician - $1K Signing Bonus

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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. Our experience encompasses virtually every type of automotive test facility, including climatic and driveability wind tunnels;

aerodynamic, acoustic, and thermodynamic wind tunnels; emissions test rooms; soak rooms; altitude chambers; engine and powertrain test cells; and electromagnetic anechoic chambers. We not only design and build these facility systems assets but also operate, maintain, and manage these facilities.

Duties and responsibilities may include the installation of transmissions, transmission components, axles or exhaust components onto various test rigs. Operation of durability and performance test stands. Monitoring of ongoing tests. Troubleshooting setup and operational issues related to transmission or axle testing. Work with requesters to meet all testing requirements using written and verbal methods of communication.

• High School Diploma
• Knowledge of and/or experience with engine, transmission, axle, and exhaust components and their functions.
• Computer experience (MS suite; Word, Excel, Power Point, etc.)
• Basic hand tool usage

Desired Skills

• Associate in Automotive Technology or related field of study
• Engine or transmission related testing
• Basic understanding of instrumentation

Essential Functions Of The Position Unusual or Special

Physical Requirements of Position (specify and provide % of time required)

• Lifting:
  Up to 50 lbs, 25%
• Climbing: 25%
• Crawling: 25%
• Special clothing/equipment:
  Safety glasses, slip‑resistant hardened‑toe shoes, gloves, long pants, short‑sleeve shirts, hearing protection on sites
• Other physical requirements:
  Sitting (50%), Standing (50%), Bending (25%), stooping (25%)
• Job requires manual labor

Description of Work Environment (specify and provide % of time required)

• Inside: 100%
• Maximum heat, cold or hazardous conditions:
  None
• Travel/transportation requirements:
  None

Equipment and Machines Involved in Work Tasks (specify and provide % of time required)

• Office equipment:
  Computers, 25%
• Vehicles, forklifts, etc.: PMHV, 25%
• Tools:
  Air‑driven tools, basic hand tools, 50%

Criticality of Attendance (specify and provide % of time required)

• Regular schedule:
  Monday‑Friday
• Shift flexibility:
  Afternoon shift but assignment may change; training on day shift
• Criticality:
  Must have regular attendance, punctuality, and flexibility to cover weekend testing requirements

Other Essential Functions

Must complete and pass a pre‑employment drug screen, health performance evaluation, and background check. Must demonstrate professional behaviour at all times when dealing with customers, management and co‑workers. Must have clear, concise and accurate communication skills in English, both verbal and written. Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not pose a safety risk to self or others.

Must maintain a positive work atmosphere by behaving and communicating professionally. Dependable personal transportation to work site is required.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full‑time

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing

Industries

• Defense and Space Manufacturing

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