Test Technician 1

Rolls-Royce; Mankato (MN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Discretionary bonus

Job summary

Rolls-Royce in Mankato, MN, seeks a Test Technician 1 to prep and test generator sets for gas and diesel systems. You will assemble components, install fluids, connect fuel lines and sensors, and run functional tests.

This role requires mechanical and electrical assembly experience, adherence to safety standards, and the ability to use hand and power tools in a manufacturing setting. Local candidates preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Experience in mechanical and/or electrical assembly operations.
• Familiar with safety protocols and quality standards in assembly.

Responsibilities

• Perform setup and preparation of generator sets for testing, including fluids, controllers, and fuel lines.
• Conduct functional testing of generator set accessories and validate performance.
• Operate test equipment, log data, and document results accurately.
• Communicate test status and results to internal teams to support workflows.
• Adhere to safety and environmental protocols during testing.

Skills

Mechanical assembly

Electrical assembly

Safety protocols

Quality standards

Hand tools

Power tools

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: Test Technician 1

Working Pattern: Full-Time

Working location: Mankato, MN

Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

Why Rolls-Royce?

At Rolls-Royce we are proud to be a business that has truly helped to shape the modern world and are committed to always being a force for progress; powering, protecting and connecting people everywhere.

By joining Rolls-Royce, you’ll have the opportunity to create world‑class power and propulsion solutions, pushing your problem‑solving and ingenuity, to deliver real impact that puts safety first.

You’ll be given responsibility and the opportunity to grow in our high‑performance culture. This is Infinite Potential. And it’s your chance to really shine and contribute to one of the world’s most recognized brands and a beacon for engineering excellence.

Position Summary

The Production Tester 1 positionis responsible forproduction prepping of gaseous and diesel generator sets for the test bays andassistingwith setup and teardown within the testbaysas necessary.

What you will be doing

• Execute comprehensive setup and preparation of generator sets for testing, including installation of fluids, programming controllers, and connecting all required fuel lines, battery cables, exhaust systems, and data/sensing cables.
• Conduct functional testing of generatorset accessories by powering up each component andvalidatingoperational performance against specifications.
• Operate advanced computerized test equipment to accurately enter, retrieve, and analyze test data, ensuring precise documentation of results.
• Clearly communicate test preparation status and results to internal teams to support efficient workflow and issue resolution.
• Ensure strict adherence to all safety and environmental protocols throughout the testing process.

Basic Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Mechanical and/or electrical assembly operations experience.

Preferred Requirements:

• Familiarity with safety protocols and quality standards in assembly operations.
• Mechanical and/or electrical assembly operations experience
• Basic mechanical knowledge andproficiencywith hand and power tools.
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks in a manufacturing environment.
• Capable of solving practical problems and adapting to changing technology.

Mental & Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. frequently.

Power Systems is the Rolls‑Royce business which provides world‑class power solutions and complete life‑cycle support under our product and solution brand mtu. Through digitalisation and electrification, we strive to develop drive and power generation solutions that provide answers to the challenges posed by the rapidly growing societal demands for energy and mobility.

We deliver and service comprehensive, powerful and reliable systems, based on both gas and diesel engines, as well as electrified hybrid systems. These technologically advanced solutions serve our customers in the marine and infrastructure sectors worldwide.

Our vision is to ensure that the quality and dynamism that shaped our history continues into our future. It’s a bold pursuit, and we never stop striving to go further, faster, and better. We lead progress, creating the technologies that move us forward. If you’re driven to grow, to learn, and to make a lasting difference, this is where you belong.

Rolls‑Royce is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristics. We are committed to providing a respectful and non‑discriminatory workplace where individuality is valued and everyone can thrive.

Closing date: September 4, 2026

Pay Range

Pay ranges for remote employees are based on the state where the employee resides and may vary from the posted range.

$22.92 - $34.38-Hourly

Location:

Mankato, MN

Benefits

Rolls‑Royce provides a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards package that includes base pay and a discretionary bonus plan. Eligible employees may have the opportunity to enroll in other benefits, including health, dental, vision, disability, life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance; a flexible spending account; a health savings account; a 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match; Employee Assistance Program; Paid Time Off; certain paid holidays; paid parental and family care leave; tuition reimbursement; and a long‑term incentive plan. The options available to an employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as date of hire, and employment type.

The Business Unit Power Systems of Rolls‑Royce provides world‑class power solutions and complete life‑cycle support under our product and solution brand mtu. Through digitalization and electrification, we strive to develop drive and power generation solutions that are even cleaner and smarter and thus provide answers to the challenges posed by the rapidly growing societal demands for energy and mobility.

We deliver and service comprehensive, powerful and reliable systems, based on both gas and diesel engines, as well as electrified hybrid systems. These clean and technologically‑advanced solutions serve our customers in the marine and infrastructure sectors worldwide.