Dyno Test Cell Operator

Stellantis; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Stellantis in Auburn Hills, MI seeks a Dyno Test Cell Operator to support engine and transmission testing. You will install test articles, perform mechanical maintenance, and assist with part changes and light fabrication using MIG/TIG welding.

Collaborate with powertrain engineers to run defined tests, monitor system integrity, and ensure safety and quality during daily dynamometer operations. Must be able to work any shift.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience working as an automotive mechanic, automotive tech, or a related position.
• Will consider candidates with an automotive repair degree/certification in lieu of experience.
• Willingness to work in a team-based environment.
• Basic knowledge of operating a computer.
• Possession of a mechanics toolbox and hand tool set.
• Must be able to work any shift.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical support for engine and transmission testing.
• Test article cart installation & removal.
• Standard engine maintenances (oil changes, spark plug changes, compression/leak down checks, coolant system pressurization).
• Part changes (cylinder heads, exhaust manifolds).
• Light fabrication (MIG & TIG welding, machining, cutting).
• Starting & stopping the test article and placing it on the automated test schedule.
• System integrity checks and using the dynamometer control system to run defined tests.

Skills

Automotive mechanic

Hands-on mechanical skills

Basic computer literacy

Toolset ownership

Willingness to work any shift

High voltage experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Automotive repair degree/certification

Tools

MIG welding

TIG welding

Job description

The Dyno Test Cell Operator will be expected to perform the following duties:

• Perform mechanical support associated with engine and transmission testing
• Test article cart installation & removal
• Standard engine maintenances (oil changes, spark plug changes, compression/leak down checks, coolant system pressurization, etc.)
• Part changes (cylinder heads, exhaust manifolds, etc.)
• Light fabrication (MIG & TIG welding, machining, cutting, etc.)

Dynamometer Controls:

• Starting & stopping the test article
• Putting the test article on automated test schedule
• System integrity checks
• Use the dynamometer control system to run defined tests that manipulate control aspects of the engine including spark advance, fuel-air ratio, cam position, valve position, etc.
• Interact on a day-to-day basis with powertrain development engineers to perform work on a test article

Basic Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Minimum of 1 year of experience working as an automotive mechanic, automotive tech, or a related position.
• Will consider candidates with an automotive repair degree/certification in lieu of experience.
• Willingness to work in a team-based environment
• Basic knowledge of operating a computer
• Possession of a mechanics toolbox and hand tool set
• Must be able to work any shift.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate's degree
• Possess overall good fabrication skills having a high mechanical aptitude and deductive reasoning
• Possess skills for MIG & TIG welding on metals including stainless steel, mild steel, cast iron, and aluminum
• Minimum of 2 years' experience operating engine dynamometers
• Hybrid/High Voltage experience