Engineering Tech - Dyno Operator

Optimal; Milford Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Optimal is seeking an Engineering Tech Analyst to provide technical support on various engineering projects, including obtaining blueprints, inspecting hardware, tracking progress, and compiling data. The role emphasizes hands-on testing, teamwork, and willingness to learn new skills.

The candidate should have a 2-year technical degree and at least 3 years of experience preferred; onsite work and shift flexibility are noted in the schedule. Proactive problem solving is valued.

Qualifications

• Requires a 2-year technical degree.
• 3 years' experience preferred.
• Willingness to learn and work hands-on with test equipment.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support on engineering projects.
• Obtain blueprints and inspect hardware.
• Track progress and compile data for engineering teams.
• Troubleshoot and resolve test setup issues.

Skills

Vehicle comms tools

Test setup troubleshooting

Microsoft Office

Team collaboration

Hands-on hardware testing

Education

2-year technical degree

Tools

INCA

Chassis dyno

Test automation system

Job description

Job Summary:

The main function of an engineering tech analyst is to provide technical support on various engineering projects and assignments. A typical engineering tech analyst is responsible for obtaining blueprints, inspecting hardware, tracking project updates, compiling data, and assisting engineering teams overcome project roadblocks.

Job Responsibilities:

• Working with test equipment and communicating with the vehicle
• Understanding of vehicle components and repair - helpful but not required
• Technical background - helpful but not required
• Understanding of Chassis dyno, experience with INCA (communication tool) is helpful but not required
• Troubleshooting skills, Working with a Test Automation System (Test site control system), Desire to learn new skills
• Ability to work with a team and other teammates, Punctual, Someone who likes to work with their hands and their minds, a person that like to work with smaller testing equipment/tools (driving robots, communication tools, etc.)

Requirements:

• Degree requirements - 2-year technical degree
• Years of experience - at least 3 years' experience preferred

Hiring Manager's Top Skills:

• Basic understanding of vehicle communication tools
• Ability to investigate communication or test setup issues
• Microsoft Office & Basic Computer skills

Shift Schedule:

• 2nd or 3rd shift
• Train on days and move to 2nd or 3rd shift (mostly like 3rd but possibly 2nd)
• Will train on 1st shift for about 2 or 3 months and it will be 5 days/8 hours
• 1st shift - 7:30AM - 4PM or 7:30PM - 6PM if it's 4 10's
• 2nd shift: 3:30PM - 12AM
• 3rd shift: 11:30PM - 8AM
• Potential 4/10 hour days, however, on 2nd and 3rd shift they will be working 5 days/8 hours. There may be opportunity for 4/10 in the future
• Onsite - 5 days a week