R & D Test Technician

ITT Inc.; Michigan; On-site; USD 56,900 - 85,100; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k)

Short and long-term disability

Paid time off

Growth and development opportunities

Other incentive compensation programs

Job summary

ITT Inc. is seeking a Brake Dynamometer Test Technician to support setup and execution of dynamometer brake tests within R&D and OE projects, ensuring accurate results and reliable reporting. The role works with a multi-functional team to advance product development and customer support.

You will operate lab software and equipment, prepare samples, perform measurements, and help maintain a safe, organized lab environment while adhering to ITT safety policies.

Qualifications

• Minimum education: technical school AA or equivalent.
• Strong interpersonal and communications skills.
• Hands-on, self-motivated team player in fast-paced settings.
• Proficient with MS Office suite.
• Experience with testing equipment: data acquisition systems, thermocouples, accelerometers, microphones.
• Strong prioritizing, organization, mechanical and mathematical aptitude.

Responsibilities

• Operate Link software and test lab equipment; set up and tear down dynamometer test configurations; ensure tests run to parameters.
• Prepare test samples and hardware; perform initial, intermediate and final measurements.
• Assist with internal fabrication projects (dyno fixtures).
• Support VLM management.
• Perform preventative maintenance for dyno lab equipment and tools.
• Support shipping and receiving of testing components and office supplies.
• Support laboratory process flow and scheduling.
• Help maintain a safe and organized work environment.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Self-starter

Hands-on

MS Office

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Mechanical aptitude

Mathematical aptitude

Education

Technical School (AA) or Equivalent

Tools

Data acquisition systems

Thermocouples

Accelerometers

Microphones

Job description

About ITT

ITT Inc. (NYSE: ITT) is a diversified global leading manufacturer of highly engineered critical components and customized technology solutions serving the flow, aerospace and defense, transportation, industrial, and energy markets. Through operational execution, innovation, and disciplined capital deployment, including strategic acquisitions such as SPX FLOW, ITT partners with its customers to deliver enduring solutions to the key industries that underpin our modern way of life.

Headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut, ITT has a market cap of roughly $20 billion and employs more than 15,000 people across 40 countries and serves customers in approximately 125 countries. Following the acquisition of SPX FLOW, the company is expected to generate $5.4 billion in annual revenue.

Our businesses are organized in three distinct segments, each based around our core engineering DNA:

Flow Technologies: A global leader in providing a broad portfolio of pumps, valves, mixing and agitation equipment, heat transfer, homogenizers, separation, water and wastewater treatment, and engineered process solutions. Our leading brands include the iconic Goulds Pumps (with more than 175 years of history), Anhydro, APV, Bornemann, Bran+Luebbe, C’treat, Engineered Valves, Gerstenberg Schröder, Habonim, Johnson Pump, Lightnin, Philadelphia, Plenty, PRO Cast, Rheinhütte, Seital Separation, Stelzer, Svanehøj, Tigerholm, Uutechnic, VIDAR, Waukesha Cherry-Burrell. Motion Technologies: A global leader in brake pads (ICE and electrified brake pads) and shock absorbers (energy absorption solutions) for transportation applications. Our leading brands include Friction Technologies, KONI and Axtone. Connect and Control Technologies: A leader in critical applications for the aerospace, defense and industrial markets, including harsh environment connectors and control components. Our leading brands include ITT Cannon, Enidine, Aerospace Controls and kSARIA.

Position Summary

ITT Corporation is pursuing an enthusiastic Brake Dynamometer Test Technician, to support setup and execution of dynamometer brake tests within R&D and OE projects, ensuring accurate execution and reporting of results. As a leader in the industry, ITT considers testing of its products a foundation to product development and customer support. Acting in this role, the dynamometer test technician will receive the support of a multi-functional Research & Development team to achieve the following job responsibilities:

Essential Responsibilities

• Operate Link Software and test lab equipment, supports builds and tear down dynamometer test configurations, ensure tests run to the proper parameters.
• P repare t est samples and hardware , and perform initial, intermediate and final measurements on tested components.
• Assist with internal fabrication projects ( e. dyno fixtures).
• Support VLM management.
• Perform preventative maintenance for dyno lab equipment and tools.
• Support s hipping /receiving of testing components and office supplies .
• Support laboratory process flow and scheduling.
• Help maintain a safe and organized work environment

Position Requirements

• Good interpersonal/communication skills.
• A self-starter, who is able to work in teams or who can operate independently.
• Passionate desire to work in “Hands-on” situation in a fast paced environment.
• Strong capabilities in the MS Office programs.
• Minimum Education Requirements - Technical School (AA Desired) or Equivalent
• Precision and dedication to details
• Practical experience utilizing general testing equipment and tools (data acquisition systems, thermocouples, accelerometers, microphones, etc.).
• S trong prioritizing, organization, mechanical and mathematical aptitude

Safety is a core value at ITT. Our employees understand and follow all ITT safety policies and procedures, participate in workplace inspections, safety training, and in the development of job safety analyses.

ITT Inc. is an Equal Opportunity employer, including disabled/veterans. Government security rules may restrict certain work to specific individuals based on government criteria.

Equal Pay Act Statement

• health insurance
• 401(k)
• short and long-term disability
• paid time off
• growth and developmental opportunities
• other incentive compensation programs

Equal Pay Act Range

Salary range $56,900 - $85,100 depending on experience, plus benefits including PTO.