Dynamometer Test Cell Operator

Venteon; Hayward (CA); On-site; USD 68,500 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive testing company is seeking a Dynamometer Test Cell Operator located in Hayward, CA. The role involves setting up and operating dynamometers for vehicle testing. Candidates should have a high school diploma and two years of experience in automotive dynamometer operations. Strong communication and troubleshooting skills are essential for this full-time position, which requires weekend work, offering a salary ranging from $68,500 to $83,000 based on experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of work experience operating dynamometers.
• Experience in the automotive industry is required.
• Able to function as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate dynamometers according to test plans.
• Monitor test runs and record performance data.
• Troubleshoot testing systems and product issues.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication

Strong mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting skills

Analytical skills

Time management

Multi-tasking

Organizational skills

Proficiency in testing applications

Education

High School Diploma

Degree and/or Certification

Tools

Dynamometer control software

Torque meters

Pressure sensors

Flow meters

Electrical instruments

Job description

Job Title: Dynamometer Test Cell Operator

Location: Haward, CA

Working Arrangement: Weekends only – Friday, Saturday, and Sunday 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM.

Salary: $68,500 – $83,000 annually based on education, years of experience, and skill level.

Requirements

• Degree and /or Certification are a plus. High School Diploma required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Fluency in English required.
• Minimum two years of work experience operating dynamometers and conducting vehicle testing and validation.
• Work experience in the automotive industry required.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills, problem solving, strategic thinking, and analytical skills. Time management, multi-tasking, and organizational skills needed.
• Able to function as part of a team and work cooperatively toward team goals.
• Ability to travel occasionally (locally, nationally, internationally).
• Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle for traveling between multiple work sites as needed.
• Proficiency in testing applications and ability to learn new technical systems.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Work effectively with all levels of employees, customers, and suppliers.
• Translate documents and conversations from customers into fully functional dynamometer tests.
• Set up and operate engine, motor, or component dynamometers according to test plans and specifications.
• Set up small scale testing equipment including analog sensors, electrical instruments, cooling systems, and other customer driven requirements. Electrical wiring of internal and external sensors to our data acquisition system and our industrial drive systems.
• Calibrate testing equipment such as torque meters, pressure sensors, and flow meters.
• Operate and support dynamometer testing in-house developed dynamometer control software, including configuring channel setups and writing automated test scripts.
• Monitor test runs, record performance data, and identify anomalies or equipment issues.
• Troubleshoot testing systems and customer product issues.
• Collaborate with teams to create concepts and deliverables used to efficiently complete customer test requests and internal projects.

Seniority Level

• Associate

Employment Type

• Full-time

Job Function

• Quality Assurance and Manufacturing

Industries

• Engineering Services and Motor Vehicle Manufacturing