Precision Engine Test Technician

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

Short and long-term disability

Life Insurance

HSA (Health Savings Account)

Time Off/Leave (PTO/Vacation/Sick)

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Actalent seeks a Test Technician to perform complex tests on engines, carburetors, and components, documenting life characteristics and failure mechanisms to support engine product development. You will set up instrumentation, run tests, and help drive innovations within a collaborative team.

Responsibilities include data acquisition, analysis, and reporting, maintaining test records, and providing support to 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 tests such as power checks, fuel consumption, and governor stability.
• Operate high-speed data acquisition and combustion analysis software (e.g., AnD, AVL, EFI calibration software).
• Observe, process, and report test data results using Microsoft Office.
• Maintain complete records of all scheduled and completed tests, including procedures used and results.
• 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

Troubleshooting

Dyno operations

Education

Associate Degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology or related field

Equivalent experience considered

Job description

Actalent seeks a Test Technician to perform complex tests on engines, carburetors, and components, documenting life characteristics and failure mechanisms to support engine product development. You will set up instrumentation, run tests, and help drive innovations within a collaborative team.

Responsibilities include data acquisition, analysis, and reporting, maintaining test records, and providing support to audits and suppliers.