Powertrain Development Technician I

Position Overview:

You will support powertrain development activities by operating and maintaining engine dynamometer test cells within a professional engine test this role you partner closely with engineering teams to execute engine tests configure data acquisition systems and ensure highquality reliable test data. Your work spans hands-on testing equipment upkeep and detailed documentation across development calibration and validation efforts. This position offers the opportunity to directly contribute to the development and validation of advanced powertrain systems in a highly technical applied engineering environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Set up operate and support engine dynamometer testing in a powertrain development environment.

• Execute engine tests supporting calibration performance durability and emissions development activities.

• Configure operate and troubleshoot data acquisition systems and test control software.

• Instrument engines and modify test hardware configurations to support test requirements.

• Collect review validate and organize test data to ensure accuracy quality and integrity.

• Assemble disassemble inspect and rebuild engines and powertrain components as needed.

• Maintain calibrate and repair dynamometer test cell equipment to support reliable operation.

• Document test setups procedures and results; prepare clear summaries and technical reports.

• Identify and implement opportunities to improve test processes efficiency and data quality.

• Maintain a clean safe and organized laboratory in compliance with OSHA 5S and safety standards.

Desired Competencies:

• Technical / Functional Expertise: You apply the required technical or professional knowledge to perform your role effectively and stay current within your area of expertise.

• Collaboration: You work effectively with others across functions and levels contributing to shared goals while respecting different perspectives.

• Accountability: You take ownership of your responsibilities follow through on commitments and hold yourself to high standards for quality and results.

Qualifications:

• Technical degree in engine technology or a related field or equivalent hands-on technical experience.

• Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience working with high-performance small engines or similar powertrain systems.

• You may be hired at the Technician I or Technician II level based on your qualifications and demonstrated capabilities.

• Strong understanding of internal combustion engine fundamentals.

• Demonstrated mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.

• Experience assembling and disassembling engines or powertrain components.

• Ability to configure and work with engine instrumentation including temperature pressure flow speed and torque measurement.

• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and wiring diagrams.

• Ability to lift up to 70 lbs.

• This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

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The starting pay range for Minnesota is $24.00 to $31.00 per hour plus eligibility for pay and positioning within the range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education experience knowledge skills and geography. While individual pay could fall anywhere in the range based on these factors it is not common to start at the high end or top of the range.