Engine Dyno Test Cell Operator

Stellantis NV; Auburn (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Stellantis NV is seeking an Engine Dyno Test Cell Operator to support engine and transmission testing; you will install test carts, perform routine engine maintenance and light fabrication, and work with engineers on test articles.

The role involves operating dynamometer controls and ensuring system integrity, with the ability to work across shifts in a team environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• 1+ year of experience as automotive mechanic or related role.
• Automotive repair degree/certification may substitute for experience.
• Willingness to work in a team-based environment.
• Basic computer knowledge.
• Must own a mechanics toolbox and hand tools.
• Ability to work any shift.

Responsibilities

• Provide mechanical support for engine and transmission testing.
• Install and remove test article carts.
• Perform standard engine maintenance (oil, spark plugs, compression/leak down, coolant pressurization).
• Carry out parts changes (cylinder heads, exhaust manifolds).
• Light fabrication (MIG & TIG welding, machining, cutting).
• Operate dynamometer controls: start/stop tests, schedule tests, ensure system integrity.
• Work daily with powertrain engineers to test a article.

Job description

The Engine 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

• Minimum of a High School Diploma
• 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 (2) years' experience operating engine dynamometers
• Hybrid/High Voltage experience