Engine Lab Test Technician - Day Shift

Amentum; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Retirement benefits (including 401(k)

Educational reimbursement

Parental leave

Employee stock purchase plan

Tax-saving options

Disability and life insurance

Pet insurance

Job summary

Amentum is hiring Engine Test Technicians to work at the Engine Dyno lab in Dearborn, MI. This role focuses on performing gasoline and diesel engine dynamometer tests, collecting and validating data, and supporting development and durability testing in a lab environment.

Candidates should have a High School Diploma and basic knowledge of engines and powertrain; enthusiastic learners encouraged to apply. The position is day shift with full benefits and opportunities for career growth.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma
• Good interpersonal, computer, oral and written skills.
• Knowledge of engines and powertrain.

Responsibilities

• Conduct gasoline and diesel engine dynamometer testing and support development, durability and performance testing.
• Fabricate basic fixtures and interface with engineers on updates/test procedures, equipment and methods.
• Verify calibration and maintenance of test equipment and systems.
• Install engines on dynamometer, hook up instrumentation, diagnose problems, conduct tests, and change engine parts if necessary.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Computer skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Knowledge of engines and powertrain

Education

Associates’ Degree in Automotive Technology (pursuing)

Job description

We are the world’s top supplier of automotive test facilities, providing a full range of services to commercial automotive industry customers Customers include not only the world’s major vehicle providers and other original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), but also clients from the international motor sports community.

We are hiring Engine Test Technicians to work at the Engine Dyno lab in Dearborn, MI.

This is a position for those with some knowledge and experience in automotive, either on the job or as a hobby. We are looking for someone with a passion for automotive and an enthusiasm to learn automotive testing from a leader in the industry. We offer full benefits and unlimited opportunity to build your career.

THIS POSITION IS FOR THE DAY SHIFT 7-3:30PM

BRIEF OUTLINE OF SPECIFIC ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conduct a wide variety of non-procedural gasoline and diesel engine dynamometer testing. Support development, durability and performance testing in an engine dynamometer facility. Collect, review and validate data for accuracy and completeness and make recommendation to engineering.
• Fabricate basic fixtures. Interface with Technologists, Product Engineers, and Supervisors on updates/new test procedures, equipment and methods.
• Verify the calibration and maintenance of test equipment and test systems.
• Install engines on dynamometer, hook up instrumentation, diagnose / troubleshoot problems, conduct tests, change engine parts if necessary, and remove engine and instrumentation.

Qualifications - External

MINIMUM EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, AND /OR SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

• High School Diploma
• Good interpersonal, computer, oral and written skills.
• Knowledge of engines and powertrain.

Desired:

• Working towards an Associates’ Degree in Automotive Technology or related field or equivalent testing experience in Gasoline and Diesel engine testing.
• Experience in engines/powertrain dynamometer testing or other similar testing techniques preferred.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION

Unusual or Special Physical Requirements of Position

• Lifting: Able to lift 50 lbs, engine parts such as intakes, exhaust parts, heads, drive shafts, and other related engine parts and accessories, 35%
• Climbing: NA
• Crawling: NA
• Special clothing/equipment (wearing): Safety glasses, slip resistant hardened toe shoes, gloves, long pants, short sleeve shirts, 100%
• Unusual physical requirements: Sitting (50%), Standing (50%), Bending (25%), Stooping (25%). Job requires manual labor
• High noise level: Engine high noise level while running in the test cell, the employees are not exposed to engine speeds over idle while in the cell

Description of Work Environment

• Inside? Outside? Combination? Where?: Inside 100%
• Extreme (hot/cold) temperatures involved: Hot temperatures generated by engines. Cold start tests, the engine can be soaked to -20F, 50%
• Hazardous conditions - What are they?: Rotating equipment, engines, hot exhaust, trip hazards, 100%
• Travel/transportation requirements: NA

Equipment and Machines Involved in Work Tasks

• Office equipment/machines electrically/battery operated - which?: Computers, analyzers, 70%
• Vehicles, forklifts, etc. operated which?: NA
• Tools used in trade - which ones?: Basic hand tools, hammer, screw driver, wrenches, ratchets, sockets, and other related repair tools, 30%

Criticality of Attendance

• Overtime, regular days, off days: 8 hours per day Monday-Friday. May need to flex time to cover other shifts as needed, 100%
• Shift, 1st, 2nd, 3rd: Day
• Necessity for regular attendance: Critical
• Urgency for punctuality: Critical
• Work hours are normally 8 hours per day and 5 days per week, Monday-Friday. Regular attendance of scheduled hours is extremely important. Punctuality and regular attendance are necessary. Must have flexibility of work days to cover weekend testing requirements.

Other Essential Functions

• Must complete and pass a pre-employment drug screen, health performance evaluation, and background check.
• Must demonstrate professional behavior at all times when dealing with customers, management and co-workers.
• Must have clear, concise and accurate communications skills in English, both verbal and written. Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk to self or others.
• Must maintain a positive work atmosphere by behaving and communicating in a professional manner. Dependable personal transportation to work site is required.

Compensation Details:

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The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

Benefits Overview:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
• Educational reimbursement
• Parental leave
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Tax-saving options
• Disability and life insurance
• Pet insurance

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

Original Posting:

10/28/2026 - Until Filled

Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

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