Dyno Test Lead — Diesel Engine Performance Engineer

Riggs CAT; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Riggs CAT is hiring Dyno Technicians at multiple levels to test rebuilt and serviced engines, validating horsepower, torque, and break-in against OEM spec. At least 2 years of commercial diesel or large-bore engine experience is required.

The dyno serves as the final quality checkpoint, collaborating with Engine Rebuild and Transmission teams. The role progresses from Test Assistant to Lead/Engineer-Technician with clear advancement and hands-on client witness tests.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of commercial diesel or large-bore engine experience.

Responsibilities

• Engine mounting and hookup
• Sensor installation
• Pre-start checklists
• Gauge monitoring
• Supervised data logging
• Independent setup and runs
• Break-in and HP/torque capture
• Test reports and client witness tests

Skills

Diesel engines

Dyno testing

Data logging

Calibration

Tools

Cat ET

SIS 2.0

Job description

Riggs CAT is hiring Dyno Technicians at multiple levels to test rebuilt and serviced engines, validating horsepower, torque, and break-in against OEM spec. At least 2 years of commercial diesel or large-bore engine experience is required.

The dyno serves as the final quality checkpoint, collaborating with Engine Rebuild and Transmission teams. The role progresses from Test Assistant to Lead/Engineer-Technician with clear advancement and hands-on client witness tests.