Dyno Technician

Location:

Santa Clarita, CA

Pay Rate: $25.00 - $36.00 per hour

Experience:

1-3 Years

A premier motorsports organization is seeking a motivated Dyno Technician to support engine and powertrain development, validation, and testing activities. This hands-on role is responsible for operating dynamometer test equipment, preparing engines and test cells, maintaining instrumentation, and ensuring safe, reliable, and efficient testing operations.

The ideal candidate will have strong mechanical aptitude, hands-on automotive experience, and a passion for high-performance engines, racing, and advanced automotive technology.

• Operate engine dynamo meters and related test equipment to support engine development, validation, and performance testing programs.
• Perform engine and powertrain installation, removal, test setup, and test-cell changeovers.
• Install, maintain, calibrate, and troubleshoot instrumentation, sensors, fixtures, and test equipment.
• Execute test procedures while monitoring engine performance, data quality, and testing operations.
• Collect and verify test data to ensure accuracy, consistency, and compliance with engineering requirements.
• Perform preventative maintenance, inspections, and minor repairs on dynamometer systems and test-cell equipment.
• Identify and troubleshoot mechanical, instrumentation, and equipment-related issues to minimize downtime.
• Maintain accurate test records, maintenance logs, calibration documentation, and engine history files.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, reliability, efficiency, and testing consistency.
• Collaborate with engineers, technicians, and cross-functional teams to support powertrain development goals.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safety-focused work environment.