Senior Dyno Test Technician - EV & HV Lab

Ford; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 159,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Prescription drug coverage

Paid parental leave

Back-up child care assistance

Vehicle discount program

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

Ford is seeking a Dyno Test Technician to support dynamometer testing and validation of prototype and production vehicles in a laboratory setting. You will prep vehicles, operate and maintain dynamometer systems, and execute test cycles with drive traces, ensuring safety and data integrity.

Ideal candidates have strong dyno experience, electrical troubleshooting skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, team-driven environment with flexibility for shift changes and overtime.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• 5+ years of vehicle testing, dynamometer operations, and test cell environments.
• Experience with automotive maintenance, repair and vehicle instrumentation.
• Experience operating chassis dynamometers or similar vehicle testing equipment.
• Understanding of drive cycles, drive traces, and vehicle test procedures.
• Experience setting up, securing, and operating vehicles on a dynamometer.
• Familiarity with dynamometer maintenance, calibration, and troubleshooting.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics and wiring diagrams.
• Basic electrical troubleshooting and strong mechanical/technical aptitude.
• Experience working independently in an R&D or vehicle test environment.
• Knowledge of diagnostic software and automotive tools.
• Working knowledge of electrical, electronic and mechanical vehicle systems.

Responsibilities

• Operate and support chassis dynamometer testing of prototype and production vehicles.
• Prepare dynamometer systems for testing, including warm-up procedures and equipment setup.
• Load, position, restrain, and remove vehicles from the dyno safely and efficiently.
• Execute test cycles and drive traces using AVL dyno control systems.
• Monitor test execution and ensure adherence to established procedures.
• Troubleshoot test cell, vehicle, instrumentation, and dyno-related issues.
• Perform basic dyno maintenance, calibrations, and equipment inspections.
• Function as first line of support before engaging equipment vendors for troubleshooting.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics and wiring diagrams.
• Assist with installation and modification of test harnesses and instrumentation.
• Support high-voltage vehicle testing activities with proper PPE and safety procedures.
• Coordinate vehicle charging and preparation between test events.
• Support testing within environmental chambers from -40°C to +65°C.
• Work with engineers to ensure successful test execution and data collection.
• Operate independently or with a team as needed.

Skills

Dyno operations

Vehicle testing

Electrical schematics

HV safety

Diagnostics software

Independent work

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Strong communication

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma

Associate’s degree in automotive technology

Tools

AVL dynamometer systems

AVL PUMA

iGEM

VCON software

ETAS/INCA

Vector/Canalyzer/Canoe

Job description

Ford is seeking a Dyno Test Technician to support dynamometer testing and validation of prototype and production vehicles in a laboratory setting. You will prep vehicles, operate and maintain dynamometer systems, and execute test cycles with drive traces, ensuring safety and data integrity.

Ideal candidates have strong dyno experience, electrical troubleshooting skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, team-driven environment with flexibility for shift changes and overtime.