Dynamometer/Airflow Lab Assist (Student Position)

Ferris State University; Big Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 19,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Ferris State University is seeking a Dynamometer/Airflow Lab Assistant (Student Position) to support lab activities in the Automotive department at the Big Rapids campus. The role involves setting up and operating dynamometer and airflow labs, demonstrating procedures, and collecting data while ensuring students complete lab sheets and report concerns.

Preferred qualifications include completion of Auto 320 and Dynamometer Testing, with experience as a dynamometer technician and familiarity with

Qualifications

• Successful completion of Auto 320, Dynamometer Testing.
• Experience with dynamometer labs is preferred.
• Familiarity with HP Tuners and Microsoft Excel is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, demonstrate and collect data for chassis and engine dynamometer labs.
• Ensure students complete lab sheets and report any concerns.
• Work with a variety of individuals in a lab setting.
• Familiarity with HP Tuners and Excel is preferred.

Skills

HP Tuners

Microsoft Excel

Education

Auto 320

Dynamometer Testing

Job description

Dynamometer/Airflow Lab Assist (Student Position)

Apply now Job no: 498017
Work type: Student Employment - General
Location: Big Rapids, MI 49307
Categories: Student Employment - General

Position Title: Dynamometer/Airflow Lab Assistant (Student Position)

Location: Big Rapids, MI

Department: Automotive

Advertised Salary: $14.00- $14.49

Summary of Position: Assist Dynamometer and Airflow Professor with labs, including set up, operation, demonstration, and data collection. Ensure students complete lab sheets and report any concerns.

Position Requirements:

• Successful completion of Auto 320, Dynamometer Testing.
• Experience as a dynamometer technician is preferred.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

• Set up, operate, demonstrate and collect data for chassis and engine dynamometer labs.
• Ensure students complete lab sheets and report any concerns.
• Work with a variety of individuals.
• Familiarity with HP Tuners, and Microsoft Excel preferred.

Number of Positions Available: 3

Documents Needed to Apply: Resume/Class Schedule

Job Close Date: December 12, 2026

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Advertised: 01 Aug 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 12 Dec 2026 Eastern Standard Time