Engine Dyno Test Cell Operator - 2nd shift

Stellantis; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 58,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Stellantis is seeking an Engine Dyno Test Cell Operator to support engine and transmission testing on the 2nd shift. You will install test articles, perform routine maintenance, and handle parts changes with light fabrication tasks.

Candidates should have a High School Diploma, at least 1 year as an automotive mechanic, and be willing to work any shift. Associate’s degree is a plus and a toolbox is required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• At least 1 year of experience as automotive mechanic or related.
• Automotive repair degree/certification can substitute for experience.
• Willingness to work in a team-based environment.
• Basic knowledge of operating a computer.
• Possession of a mechanics toolbox and hand tools.
• Willing to work 2nd shift and any shift.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical support for engine and transmission testing on 2nd shift.
• Test article cart installation and removal.
• Standard engine maintenance (oil changes, spark plugs, compression/leak down checks, coolant system pressurization, etc.).
• Part changes (cylinder heads, exhaust manifolds, etc.).
• Light fabrication (MIG & TIG welding, machining, cutting).
• Starting and stopping the test article for dynamometer runs.
• Put the test article on automated test schedule and verify system integrity.
• Use the dynamometer control system to run tests that adjust spark advance, fuel-air ratio, cam position, and valve position.
• Interact daily with powertrain development engineers on test articles.

Skills

Teamwork

Computer basics

Education

High School Diploma

Associate's degree

Tools

Mechanic toolbox

Hand tools

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 on 2nd shift


• 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


• Willing to work 2nd shift


• 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 of experience operating engine dynamometers


• Hybrid/High Voltage experience