Jacobs · 4 months ago
Engine Lab Test Technician
United States-Michigan-Dearborn-20313-DETO-05
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelJacobs is the world’s top supplier of automotive test facilities, providing a full range of services to commercial automotive industry customers. They are hiring Engine Test Technicians to work at the Engine Dyno lab in Dearborn, MI, focusing on conducting various engine dynamometer testing and supporting development and performance testing.
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Responsibilities
Conduct a wide variety of non-procedural gasoline and diesel engine dynamometer testing
Support development, durability and performance testing in an engine dynamometer facility
Collect, review and validate data for accuracy and completeness and make recommendation to engineering
Fabricate basic fixtures
Interface with Technologists, Product Engineers, and Supervisors on updates/new test procedures, equipment and methods
Verify the calibration and maintenance of test equipment and test systems
Install engines on dynamometer, hook up instrumentation, diagnose / troubleshoot problems, conduct tests, change engine parts if necessary, and remove engine and instrumentation
Qualification
Required
High School Diploma
Good interpersonal, computer, oral and written skills
Knowledge of engines and powertrain
Able to work afternoon shift: 3-11:30pm. (shift differential paid)
Must complete and pass a pre-employment drug screen, health performance evaluation, and background check
Must demonstrate professional behavior at all times when dealing with customers, management and co-workers
Must have clear, concise and accurate communications skills in English, both verbal and written
Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk to self or others
Must maintain a positive work atmosphere by behaving and communicating in a professional manner
Dependable personal transportation to work site is required
Preferred
Working towards an Associates' Degree in Automotive Technology or related field or equivalent testing experience in Gasoline and Diesel engine testing
Experience in engines/powertrain dynamometer testing or other similar testing techniques preferred
Benefits
Full benefits
Shift differential paid
Company
Jacobs
Jacobs leads the global professional services sector delivering solutions for a more connected, sustainable world.
Founded in 1947
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.1B2023-08-18Post Ipo Debt· $600M
2023-02-16Post Ipo Debt· $500M
1980-09-26IPO
Leadership Team
Bob Pragada
Chair & Chief Executive Officer at Jacobs
Paul Friedman
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