Chassis Dyno Test Engineer

Insight Global

Long Beach (CA)

On-site

USD 75,000 - 105,000

Full time

13 hours ago
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Job summary

Insight Global seeks a hands-on Dyno Test Technician to support vehicle testing and validation in a chassis dynamometer laboratory. You will prepare vehicles, operate and maintain dynamometer systems, and execute test cycles while troubleshooting equipment issues.

The role emphasizes dyno experience, test cell operations, and electrical skills, with safety and data collection as core priorities in an R&D testing environment.

Qualifications

  • 5+ years in vehicle testing, dynamometer ops, or test cell environments.
  • Experience operating chassis dynamometers or similar equipment.
  • Understanding of drive cycles, drive traces, and vehicle test procedures.
  • Experience setting up, securing, and operating vehicles on a dynamometer.
  • Familiarity with dynamometer maintenance, calibration, and troubleshooting.
  • Ability to read electrical schematics and wiring diagrams.
  • Basic electrical troubleshooting and strong mechanical/technical aptitude.
  • Experience working independently in an R&D or vehicle test environment.

Responsibilities

  • Operate and support chassis dynamometer testing of prototype and production vehicles.
  • Prepare dynamometer systems for testing, including warm-up procedures and equipment setup.
  • Load, position, restrain, and remove vehicles from the dyno safely and efficiently.
  • Execute test cycles and drive traces using AVL dyno control systems.
  • Monitor test execution and ensure adherence to established procedures.
  • Troubleshoot test cell, vehicle, instrumentation, and dyno-related issues.
  • Perform basic dyno maintenance, calibrations, and equipment inspections.
  • Function as the first line of support before engaging equipment vendors for troubleshooting.
  • Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and wiring diagrams.
  • Assist with installation and modification of test harnesses and instrumentation.
  • Support high-voltage vehicle testing activities while following safety procedures.
  • Coordinate vehicle charging and preparation activities between test events.
  • Support testing within environmental chambers operating from -40°C to +50°C.
  • Work closely with engineers and technicians to ensure successful test execution and data collection.

Skills

Chassis dynamometer ops
Drive cycles
Test cell operations
Electrical schematics
High-voltage awareness
Troubleshooting
Instrumentation
Calibration & maintenance

Tools

AVL systems
AVL PUMA
iGEM
VCON

Job description

Insight Global seeks a hands-on Dyno Test Technician to support vehicle testing and validation in a chassis dynamometer laboratory. You will prepare vehicles, operate and maintain dynamometer systems, and execute test cycles while troubleshooting equipment issues.

The role emphasizes dyno experience, test cell operations, and electrical skills, with safety and data collection as core priorities in an R&D testing environment.

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