Dyno Technician

Motive Workforce; Santa Clarita (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Motorsports Industry Leader in Santa Clarita, CA seeks a Dyno Technician to support engine and powertrain development, validation, and testing activities. The role involves operating dynamometer test equipment, preparing engines, and maintaining instrumentation in a safety-conscious environment.

The ideal candidate has hands-on automotive experience and a passion for high-performance engines and advanced automotive technology. Local candidates are preferred for on-site testing operations.

Qualifications

• Hands-on mechanical experience in automotive or motorsports.
• Experience operating dynamometer test equipment.
• Ability to install, calibrate, and troubleshoot instrumentation.

Responsibilities

• Operate engine dynamometers and related test equipment to support engine development and testing.
• Perform engine and powertrain installation, removal, and test-cell changes.
• Install, maintain, calibrate, and troubleshoot instrumentation and fixtures.
• Execute test procedures while monitoring engine performance and data quality.
• Collect and verify test data for accuracy and compliance with requirements.
• Perform preventative maintenance and light repairs on dynamometer systems.
• Identify and troubleshoot issues to minimize downtime.
• Maintain accurate test records and calibration logs.
• Support safety, reliability, and testing efficiency improvements.
• Collaborate with engineers and technicians to support goals.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Automotive testing experience

Tools

Dynamometer

Job description

Dyno TechnicianMotorsports Industry Leader

Location: Santa Clarita, CA

Pay Rate: $25.00 - $36.00 per hour

Experience: 1-3 Years

Position Overview

A premier motorsports organization is seeking a motivated Dyno Technician to support engine and powertrain development, validation, and testing activities. This hands-on role is responsible for operating dynamometer test equipment, preparing engines and test cells, maintaining instrumentation, and ensuring safe, reliable, and efficient testing operations.The ideal candidate will have strong mechanical aptitude, hands-on automotive experience, and a passion for high-performance engines, racing, and advanced automotive technology.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate engine dynamometers and related test equipment to support engine development, validation, and performance testing programs.
• Perform engine and powertrain installation, removal, test setup, and test-cell changeovers.
• Install, maintain, calibrate, and troubleshoot instrumentation, sensors, fixtures, and test equipment.
• Execute test procedures while monitoring engine performance, data quality, and testing operations.
• Collect and verify test data to ensure accuracy, consistency, and compliance with engineering requirements.
• Perform preventative maintenance, inspections, and minor repairs on dynamometer systems and test-cell equipment.
• Identify and troubleshoot mechanical, instrumentation, and equipment-related issues to minimize downtime.
• Maintain accurate test records, maintenance logs, calibration documentation, and engine history files.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, reliability, efficiency, and testing consistency.
• Collaborate with engineers, technicians, and cross-functional teams to support powertrain development goals.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safety-focused work environment.