Welding and Dyna Test Technician

Amentum; Livonia (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision insurance

Paid time off & holidays

401(k) retirement benefits

Job summary

Amentum in Livonia, MI is seeking a Welding and Dyna Test Technician to support automotive testing programs and ensure quality test results.

The role involves setting up welding components, fabricating fixtures, and preparing catalytic converters for testing on dedicated test rigs. Amentum offers full benefits and opportunities to grow within a leadership position in automotive testing.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• Welding skills (primarily TIG) required.
• Knowledge of engine, transmission, axle and exhaust components.
• Computer experience (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint) required.
• Basic hand tool usage.

Responsibilities

• Setting up components for welding according to specifications.
• Weld exhaust parts for testing.
• Fabricate brackets, mounts and fixtures for test setup.
• Preparing catalytic converters for testing.
• Installations of transmissions, transmission components, axles or exhaust components onto test rigs.
• Operate durability and performance test stands.
• Monitor ongoing tests and troubleshoot setup issues.
• Communicate testing requirements with requesters.

Skills

Welding skills (TIG)

MS Office familiarity

Hand tools usage

Engine/transmission/exhaust components

Education

High School Diploma

Associate in Automotive Technology

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

We are the world’s top supplier of automotive test facilities, providing a full range of services to commercial automotive industry customers. Customers include not only the world’s major vehicle providers and other original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), but also clients from the international motor sports community.

We are hiring a Welding and Dyna Test Technician to work in Livonia, MI.

This is a position for those with some knowledge and experience in automotive, either on the job or as a hobby. We are looking for someone with a passion for automotive and an enthusiasm to learn automotive testing from a leader in the industry. We offer full benefits and and unlimited opportunity to build your career.

Job Description:

Setting up components for welding according to specifications. Weld exhaust parts for testing. Fabricate brackets, mounts and fixtures for test set up. Preparing catalytic converters for testing.

Duties and responsibilities may also include the installation of transmissions, transmission components, axles or exhaust components onto various test rigs. Operation of durability and performance test stands. Monitoring of ongoing tests. Troubleshooting setup and operational issues related to transmission or axle testing.

Work with requesters to meet all testing requirements using written and verbal methods of communication.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma
• Welding skills (primarily TIG)
• Knowledge of and/or experience with engine, transmission, axle and exhaust components and their functions.
• Computer experience (MS suite; word, excel, power point, etc)
• Basic hand tool usage

Desired:

• Associate in Automotive Technology or related field of study
• Engine or transmission related testing
• Basic understanding of instrumentation

Compensation Details:

N/A

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

Benefits Overview:

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• Paid time off and holidays

• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)

• Educational reimbursement

• Parental leave

• Employee stock purchase plan

• Tax-saving options

• Disability and life insurance

• Pet insurance

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

Original Posting:

08/28/2026 - Until Filled

Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

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