Body & Chassis Test Technician Days 1K Sign On Bonus-2
Detroit, MI - USA
Job Summary
We are the worlds top supplier of automotive test facilities providing a full range of services to commercial automotive industry customers. Customers include not only the worlds major vehicle providers and other original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) but also clients from the international motor sports community.
We are hiringTest Technicians to work at the Body and Chassis Dyno lab in Dearborn 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.
Most of the testing involves durability simulation of subsystems and components. Testing responsibilities include mechanical preparation and instrumentation test execution data collection and posttest removal of test equipment and various automotive components. Will be working with test lab instrumentation including application and installation of transducers accelerometers load cells potentiometers and other various types of electrical equipment. Work with vehicle suspension components and sub systems.
Complete test-related duties as assigned during daily scheduling meetings. Execute work independently with quality and efficiency.
Ability to receive parts and prepare for first run subsequent runs according to test matrices.
Ability to conduct test stand sample prep fixturing installation / removal photographic documentation test execution data collection and review.
Ability to run standard tests and support test engineers for unique one-off testing in a lab environment.
Ability to run multiple test facilities simultaneously
Will be required to meet all workplace Health and Safety requirements and practices. Provide feedback and identify opportunities to improve workplace conditions.
Continually work to ensure customer satisfaction is maintained and proper data quality is achieved.
Self-starter highly motivated strong team player with positive attitude
Opportunities for cross-training and reassignment to other Building 4 Department sites / operations are possible.
MINIMUM EDUCATION EXPERIENCE TRAINING AND /OR SKILL REQUIREMENTS:
High School Diploma required
Must have proficient electrical and mechanical knowledge and skills
Good interpersonal computer oral and written skills.
Fabrication experience: General machine shop (drill press band saw grinders welding mill etc)
Print reading and test fixture layout/build
Desired:
Associates in Automotive Technology or a combination of 2 years experience and college.
Previous experience in a testing environment including: hydraulic experience hydraulic / pneumatic system controller experience automotive systems / sub-system familiarization MTS controller familiarization.
Three (3) or more years experience in vehicle system and subsystem related testing preferred
Three (3) or more years experience in vehicle lab testing preferred
Proficient in MS Office PC based systems
Knowledge of overall vehicle systems (chassis body seat suspension preferred) Engine and transmission a plus.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION
Unusual or Special Physical Requirements of Position (specify and provide % of time required)
Lifting: Up to 50 lbs vehicle parts such as seats doors suspension parts etc and accessories 35%
Climbing: stairs 15%
Crawling: NA
Special clothing/equipment (wearing): Safety glasses slip resistant hardened toe shoes gloves long pants short sleeves 100%
Unusual physical requirements: Sitting (50%) Standing (50%) Bending (25%) stooping (25%). Job requires manual labor
High noise level: Vibration tables test cell noise 30%
Other: NA
Description of Work Environment (specify and provide % of time required)
Inside Outside Combination Where: Inside 100%
Extreme (hot/cold) temperatures involved: Hot and Cold test chamber work 30%
Hazardous conditions - What are they: Rotating equipment engines hot exhaust trip hazards 100%
Travel/transportation requirements: NA
Other: NA
Equipment and Machines Involved in Work Tasks (specify and provide % of time required)
Office equipment/machines electrically/battery operated - which: Computers analyzers 70%
Vehicles forklifts etc. operated which: 15%
Tools used in trade - which ones: Basic hand tools hammer screw driver wrenches ratchets sockets and other related tools 40%
Other: NA
Criticality of Attendance (specify and provide % of time required)
Overtime regular days off days: Monday - Friday regular time with occasional overtime. May need to flex time to cover weekend testing.
Shift 1st 2nd 3rd: Day shift.
Necessity for regular attendance: Critical 100%
Urgency for punctuality: Critical 100%
Regular attendance of scheduled hours is extremely important. Punctuality and regular attendance are necessary.
Other Essential Functions (List other essential functions here.)
Must complete and pass a pre-employment drug screen 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.
Compensation Details:
$20 - $30/HR
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-OHara Service Contract Act (SCA) or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.
Original Posting:
05/19/2026 - Until FilledAmentum 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.
Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race sex sexual orientation pregnancy (including pregnancy childbirth breastfeeding or medical conditions related to pregnancy childbirth or breastfeeding) age ancestry United States military or veteran status color religion creed marital or domestic partner status medical condition genetic information national origin citizenship status low-income status or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation or any other protected category under federal state or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language atLabor Laws Posters.
Required Experience:
IC
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