Engine Test Technician - Mechanical (New Waukesha Facility)

INNIO Group; Waukesha (WI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

INNIO Group is expanding its Jenbacher operation in Waukesha, Wisconsin, and is seeking a hands-on Engine Test Technician - Mechanical to prepare, test, troubleshoot, and validate large gas engines and power units. You’ll work closely with test cells, gaining exposure to safety, quality, and standardized testing practices.

This role involves coordinating with Electrical Test Technicians, Engineering, Quality, Maintenance, and Assembly, with opportunities to participate in international training

Qualifications

• Hands-on mechanical experience with engines or industrial equipment.
• Ability to read mechanical drawings, work instructions, specifications and test procedures.
• Commitment to safety, quality and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Prepare engines and test cells for testing.
• Position, rig, connect, and disconnect engines using cranes and material handling equipment.
• Connect exhaust, cooling, fuel-gas, lubrication, pneumatic, and other mechanical systems.
• Fill fluids, perform leak checks, and verify engine readiness before testing.
• Install and remove hoses, piping, adapters, sensors, and test equipment.
• Support engine start-up and operate and monitor engines through test cycles.
• Document test results, defects, repairs, and corrective actions.
• De-rig engines following testing and prepare them for the next production operation.

Skills

Hands-on experience

Mechanical troubleshooting

Reading drawings/specs

Hand tools

Power tools

Mechanical test equipment

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical training / apprenticeship

Associate degree

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Mechanical test equipment

Job description

INNIO Group is expanding its Jenbacher operation in Waukesha, Wisconsin, and is seeking a hands-on Engine Test Technician - Mechanical to prepare, test, troubleshoot, and validate large gas engines and power units. You’ll work closely with test cells, gaining exposure to safety, quality, and standardized testing practices.

This role involves coordinating with Electrical Test Technicians, Engineering, Quality, Maintenance, and Assembly, with opportunities to participate in international training