Lead NVH Lab Technician – Powertrain Test & Data

Dana Corp; Maumee (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Dana Incorporated is seeking a skilled NVH test lead to manage lab setup, instrumentation, and data acquisition for powertrain and vehicle systems. You will coordinate with the samples team and work with engineers to install instrumentation and run NVH tests.

The role requires hands-on mechanical work, safety leadership, and strong data-collection skills. Based in Maumee, OH, the position is full-time and on-site with standard hours.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with relevant experience or 2-year degree in mechanical engineering technology.
• Experience with acoustic and vibration measurements using microphones and accelerometers.
• Experience operating drivetrain dynamometers preferred.
• Mechanical technician background required.
• Knowledge of driveline system functionality preferred.
• Knowledge of data acquisition equipment.
• Understanding of general NVH analysis preferred.
• Strong computer proficiency in Windows and MS Office.
• Good time management and organization skills.
• Must have a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Lead the NVH lab test setup, instrumentation and data acquisition of powertrain and vehicle systems as needed.
• Coordinate with Dana samples team for all NVH drivetrain test units.
• Work with NVH engineers to install instrumentation and setup data acquisition system.
• Install test units onto NVH testers and/or in test vehicles and perform the NVH tests.
• Lead the team in complying with all safety requirements according to specific work areas.
• Maintain and track scheduling for NVH lab and garage.
• Work with NVH engineers to develop NVH procedures.
• Perform limited mechanical work in the lab and test vehicles as needed.

Skills

NVH testing

data acquisition

instrumentation

lab coordination

Windows proficiency

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree in mechanical engineering technology

Tools

Microphones

Accelerometers

Drivetrain dynamometers

Job description

Dana Incorporated is seeking a skilled NVH test lead to manage lab setup, instrumentation, and data acquisition for powertrain and vehicle systems. You will coordinate with the samples team and work with engineers to install instrumentation and run NVH tests.

The role requires hands-on mechanical work, safety leadership, and strong data-collection skills. Based in Maumee, OH, the position is full-time and on-site with standard hours.