Dyno Technician

Ford; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 159,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Prescription drug coverage

Paid parental leave

Back-up child care assistance

Vehicle discount program

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

Ford is seeking a Dyno Test Technician to support dynamometer testing and validation of prototype and production vehicles in a laboratory setting. You will prep vehicles, operate and maintain dynamometer systems, and execute test cycles with drive traces, ensuring safety and data integrity.

Ideal candidates have strong dyno experience, electrical troubleshooting skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, team-driven environment with flexibility for shift changes and overtime.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• 5+ years of vehicle testing, dynamometer operations, and test cell environments.
• Experience with automotive maintenance, repair and vehicle instrumentation.
• Experience operating chassis dynamometers or similar vehicle testing 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.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics and wiring diagrams.
• Basic electrical troubleshooting and strong mechanical/technical aptitude.
• Experience working independently in an R&D or vehicle test environment.
• Knowledge of diagnostic software and automotive tools.
• Working knowledge of electrical, electronic and mechanical vehicle systems.

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 first line of support before engaging equipment vendors for troubleshooting.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics and wiring diagrams.
• Assist with installation and modification of test harnesses and instrumentation.
• Support high-voltage vehicle testing activities with proper PPE and safety procedures.
• Coordinate vehicle charging and preparation between test events.
• Support testing within environmental chambers from -40°C to +65°C.
• Work with engineers to ensure successful test execution and data collection.
• Operate independently or with a team as needed.

Skills

Dyno operations

Vehicle testing

Electrical schematics

HV safety

Diagnostics software

Independent work

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Strong communication

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma

Associate’s degree in automotive technology

Tools

AVL dynamometer systems

AVL PUMA

iGEM

VCON software

ETAS/INCA

Vector/Canalyzer/Canoe

Job description

We made history and now we work to transform the future - for our customers, our communities and our families. You'll see your work on the road every day, helping people move freely and pursue their dreams. At Ford, you can build more than vehicles. Come build what matters.

Product Creation and Industrialization (PC&I) brings together Ford’s vehicle, electric, digital and design teams with our global manufacturing system. Working as one end-to-end organization, we turn ideas into high-quality vehicles, software and experiences across gas, hybrid and electric, designed around what customers need.

In this position...
The Dyno Test Technician will support vehicle testing and validation activities within a chassis dynamometer laboratory. This individual will be responsible for preparing vehicles for testing, operating and maintaining dynamometer systems, executing test cycles, troubleshooting equipment issues, and supporting electrical instrumentation activities.

The ideal candidate has prior experience operating vehicle dynamometers, understands environmental test cell operations, and can independently support day-to-day dyno testing. While EV experience is a plus, the primary requirement is strong dyno experience and a solid technical foundation in vehicle testing and electrical systems.

What you'll do...

Work Schedule

• The position start time is TBD but will most likely be a Second Shift role and will start as swing shift with varying start and end times as we develop our program in the Lab. So, flexibility is key.
• A need to be able to come in early and stay late (based on a TBD start time/schedule) as well as overtime work will be required when needed based on program and testing needs
• Weekend work is always a potential need during busy or critical times

Key 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 understanding High Voltage Safety around EV Vehicles and the proper PPE needed to work with those vehicles and follow all safety procedures
• Coordinate vehicle charging and preparation activities between test events
• Support testing within environmental chambers operating from -40°C to +65°C
• Work closely with engineers and technicians to ensure successful test execution and data collection
• Ability to work independently without the need for direction as well as work and collaborate as a team with other colleagues and engineers
• Understands High Voltage Safety and procedures around Test Equipment and LOTO procedures
• Support other departments when necessary as roles could change when needed

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to safety and efficiency
• 5+ years of experience in vehicle testing, dynamometer operations, and test cell environments
• Experience with automotive maintenance, repair and vehicle instrumentation
• Experience operating chassis dynamometers or similar vehicle testing equipment
• Understanding of the 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 and interpret electrical schematics and wiring diagrams
• Basic electrical troubleshooting experience and strong mechanical/technical aptitude
• Experience working independently in an R&D or vehicle test environment
• Working knowledge and use of different diagnostic software, electronic test equipment and standard automotive tools
• Working knowledge of electrical, electronic and mechanical vehicle systems.

Nice to Have Skills:

• Associate’s degree or Certification in automotive technology
• Automotive Trade School Graduate
• Experience with AVL dynamometer systems
• Familiarity with AVL PUMA, iGEM, and VCON software
• Familiarity with CFR 1066 /part 86 regulations, SAE J1634 requirements
• Experience with operating, installing and overall use of a robot driver
• Exposure to high-voltage vehicle systems
• Experience supporting EV, hybrid, or electrified powertrain testing
• Familiarity with vehicle instrumentation and data acquisition systems
• Prior experience supporting certification, emissions, or durability testing
• Experience working in environmental test chambers
• Experience working with different data acquisition equipment such as ETAS/INCA and Vector/Canalyzer/Canoe or other
• Ability to use soldering equipment and repair electrical items as needed

As an established global company, we offer the benefit of choice. You can choose what your Ford future will look like: will your story span the globe, or keep you close to home? Will your career be a deep dive into what you love, or a series of new teams and new skills? Will you be a leader, a changemaker, a technical expert, a culture builder...or all of the above? No matter what you choose, we offer a work life that works for you, including:
Immediate medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
Paid parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up child care and more
Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility treatments and more
Vehicle discount program for employees and family members and management leases
Tuition assistance
Established and active employee resource groups
Paid time off for individual and team community service
Generous vacation time, sick/personal time, and paid holidays, including between Christmas Eve and New Year’s Day

This position is a salary grade 7 and ranges from $95,300-$159,400.
Final determination of salary grade will be based on candidate's skills and experience, and base salary will be set within the applicable range according to job scope, responsibility and competitive market value.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

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