Dynamometer Technician – EV Powertrain Testing

Tata Technologies; Plymouth (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Tata Technologies in Plymouth, MI is seeking a Dynamometer Technician to operate and maintain dynamometer test systems for electrified powertrain development. You will install instrumentation, configure test rigs, and troubleshoot operations while delivering high-quality data for validation plans.

You will partner with Powertrain Engineers to execute tests, support system upgrades, and ensure safety and accuracy in a fast-paced lab environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in test cells or large dynamometer systems.
• 2+ years experience with electrified vehicles.
• Expertise with instrumentation (thermocouples, RTDs, gauges, accelerometers).
• Strong powertrain test setup and error-proofing skills.
• Mechanical tooling and fixture design capability.
• Knowledge of motor, inverter and gearbox concepts.
• Understanding propulsion and thermal systems in EVs.
• Good EV safety knowledge and lab safety practices.
• Ability to diagnose and solve powertrain issues.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain large dynamometers for vehicle/powertrain testing.
• Install instrumentation to collect data during tests.
• Build and set up test rigs with engineering teams.
• Perform routine maintenance on mechanical/electrical systems.
• Contribute to EH&S activities and risk assessments.
• Assist validation engineers with upgrades to test systems.
• Perform first-line fault finding on test systems.
• Diagnose and repair prototype electrical/mechanical/software subsystems.
• Support engineers to achieve test plans and equipment upgrades.
• Document findings and escalate where appropriate.
• Create and update process documentation for test rigs.

Skills

Test cell experience

Electrified vehicles

Instrumentation expertise

Powertrain test setup

Mechanical tooling/fixture design

Motor/inverter/gearbox concepts

Electrical safety

Diagnostic/problem-solving

Tools

Scan tools

Diagnostic equipment

Test instrumentation calibration

Job description

Tata Technologies in Plymouth, MI is seeking a Dynamometer Technician to operate and maintain dynamometer test systems for electrified powertrain development. You will install instrumentation, configure test rigs, and troubleshoot operations while delivering high-quality data for validation plans.

You will partner with Powertrain Engineers to execute tests, support system upgrades, and ensure safety and accuracy in a fast-paced lab environment.