Engine Test Technician

Actalent; Sheboygan (WI); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Actalent in Sheboygan, WI is seeking a Test Technician to perform a variety of complex tests on engines, carburetors, and components to determine life characteristics and failure mechanisms. You will observe results and contribute to engine product development.

Responsibilities include setting up instrumentation, operating data acquisition and analysis software, maintaining records, analyzing data, and supporting audits and suppliers.

Qualifications

• Experience with engines
• Proficiency in LabVIEW and Microsoft Excel
• Strong communication and computer skills
• Troubleshooting skills
• Knowledge of dyno operations

Responsibilities

• Set up instrumentation including thermocouples and pressure transducers, and perform a variety of tests such as power checks, fuel consumption, and governor stability.
• Operate high-speed data acquisition and combustion analysis software.
• Observe, process, and report test data results using Microsoft Office, which may affect future tests or lead to new information.
• Maintain complete records of all scheduled and completed tests, including procedures used and results obtained.
• Analyze data and make recommendations for minor design modifications and enhancements of test systems or procedures.
• Provide occasional support to departmental audit functions, and work with outside suppliers and customers for accurate testing and results.
• Perform setup, maintenance, and calibration of test equipment, notifying the supervisor of needs to keep equipment functional and compliant.
• Clean up test area and equipment after testing.
• Maintain adequate inventory of supplies for scheduled tests and notify personnel of items to be ordered.
• Multi-task daily workload with direction from lab supervisor and/or scheduler, coordinating work activities with other technicians.
• Prepare sample engines and components for testing according to customer application or specification.

Skills

Engines experience

LabVIEW

Microsoft Excel

Strong communication

Troubleshooting

Dyno operations

Education

Associate Degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology

Job description

Actalent in Sheboygan, WI is seeking a Test Technician to perform a variety of complex tests on engines, carburetors, and components to determine life characteristics and failure mechanisms. You will observe results and contribute to engine product development.

Responsibilities include setting up instrumentation, operating data acquisition and analysis software, maintaining records, analyzing data, and supporting audits and suppliers.