Automotive Test Technician

Job Title: Technician

Job Description

Join a dynamic team working alongside engineers in a state-of-the-art propulsion laboratory. You will be involved in engine development, calibration, and testing to achieve optimal performance and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with engineers in the Pontiac Propulsion Labs.
• Conduct engine calibration development, mechanical experiments, and manual testing.
• Perform mechanical swapping of engine components to test different configurations.
• Utilize AVL/PUMA and emissions equipment in a laboratory setting.
• Tune and calibrate engines using software like HP Tuners or standalone systems.
• Operate manual testing on a dynamometer.
• Work with a Test Engineer to manipulate fuel tables, air intake, spark, and exhaust systems.
• Perform component-level work on items such as oil pumps, fuel injectors, and spark plugs.
• Assemble, modify, and fabricate engines for testing.
• Fabricate components on engine test stands and dynos.
• Perform instrumentation between the engine and the dyno.
• TIG weld parts and components.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with laboratory settings and emissions equipment.
• Mechanical with vehicle modification experience.
• Experience in engine calibration and tuning using standalone systems.

This is a Contract position based out of PONTIAC, MI.

The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $35.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in PONTIAC,MI.

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 18, 2026.

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Salary : $24 - $35