Engineer Technician

Dormont Manufacturing Co; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental Insurance

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time off

Tuition Assistance

Vision insurance

Job summary

Dormont Manufacturing Co in Detroit, MI, seeks a Performance Operations Technician responsible for operating test cells efficiently and ensuring data quality meets engineering standards. Candidates should have strong mechanical skills, experience with exhaust systems, and the ability to troubleshoot problems effectively.

This position offers a salary range of $50,000 to $94,000. Applicants must be pursuing a technical degree and be eligible to work in the U.S. Benefits include health insurance, life insurance, and tuition assistance.

Qualifications

• Must have strong mechanical skills and ability to work with hand tools.
• Effective organizational and follow-up skills are necessary.
• Must be enrolled in a technical degree program.
• Ability to multi-task and complete tasks in a timely manner.

Responsibilities

• Run multiple test cells at peak efficiency.
• Ensure quality of data meets engineering customer expectations.
• Perform engine mechanical assembly and disassembly.
• Identify and troubleshoot test cell problems.

Skills

Organizational skills

Mechanical skills

Computer skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Electrical circuit knowledge

Testing instrumentation familiarity

HV battery experience

Fabrication/Welding

Education

Technical bachelor or associate degree (NATEF or ABET accredited)

Engine and/or Chassis Dynamometer Testing Certificate

Tools

Welding equipment

Service literature

Testing measurement instrumentation

Job description

Inside the Role

The performance operations technician is responsible for running multiple test cells at peak efficiency, and ensuring quality of data meets the expectations of the engineering customer. The duties of a performance operations technician may encompass a wide range of responsibilities related to the testing of medium and heavy-duty diesel engines. This includes the applicable setup of the engine, their components and exhaust after-treatment systems. These also includes engine mechanical assembly and disassembly setups, and any necessary fabrication work. Test cell problem identification and troubleshooting are included in the scope of responsibilities.

Benefits

• Dental Insurance
• Health Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time off
• Tuition Assistance
• Vision insurance
• UAW 412

This position offers a starting salary range of $50,000 - $94,000

What you Drive at DTNA

• Keep the test cells running at peak efficiency, and produce quality of data that meets the expectations of the engineering customer.
• This includes the applicable setup of the engine, their components and exhaust after-treatment systems.
• These also includes engine mechanical assembly and disassembly setups, and any necessary fabrication work.
• Test cell problem identification and troubleshooting are included in the scope of responsibilities.

Knowledge You Should Bring

• Effective organizational and follow-up skills
• Ability to complete tasks autonomously, with little oversight or supervision
• Ability to multi-task and complete tasks in a timely manner
• Strong Mechanical skills, and ability to work with hand tools
• Strong computer skills (accessing/navigating service literature, work requests, MS365)
• Strong interpersonal team skills and effective oral communication skills
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Understanding of principles or detailed operation of internal combustion engines
• Ability to identify key items in electrical circuit diagram- measure(DMM) or calculate voltage, current, resistance
• Familiarity with testing measurement instrumentation and sensors (emissions systems, thermocouples, transducers, accelerometers)
• HV battery live work/repair experience
• Experience with axle assembly/repair (backlash, endplay, pattern check, setting/verification etc)
• Fabrication/ Welding experience (mig, tig,etc)
• CDL “A” License Holder
• NVH testing familiarity (use of chassis ears)
• PID Loop Controller experience
• Actively pursuing /enrolled in technical bachelors or associates degree program (NATEF or ABET accredited institute )
• Engine and/or Chassis Dynamometer Testing Certificate

Exceptional Candidates Might Have

• Experience with alternative powertrain systems (Hybrid, BEV, fuel cell, eMotors, HV systems)
• ASE or State Mechanic Certifications min. 1: (diesel, electrical, Hybrid, engine repair, transmission/driveline) or OEM service training equivalent in lieu of ASE/State
• Actively pursuing /enrolled in technical bachelors or associates degree program (NATEF or ABET accredited institute )
• Knowledge in engine testing, and mechanical engine assembly/disassembly

Where We Work

This position is open to applicants who can work in (or relocate to) the following location(s)-

Detroit, MI US. Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

Schedule Type

Onsite

Additional Information

• This position is not open for Visa sponsorship or to existing Visa holders
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work permanently in the country the position is located in at the time of application
• Final candidate must successfully complete a criminal background check
• Final candidate may be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen
• Contractors, professional services, or other contingent workers should confirm with their local agency if they are eligible to apply for FTE positions
• EEO/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans

Daimler Truck North America is committed to workforce inclusion and providing an environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, age, marital status, family relationship, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression (including transgender and transitioning status), genetic information, or veteran status.

For an accommodation or special assistance with applying for a posted position, please contact our Human Resources department at 503-745-8982 or toll free 800-206-3369. For TTY/TDD enabled call 503-745-2137 or toll free 866-355-6935.