What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dyno Engineer position at Honda South Carolina Manufacturing?
Job Purpose
Primary objective is to maximize HRC dyno availability and uptime to support the Dev.-Test Group mission. Maintains dyno operational readiness by rapidly troubleshooting and resolving equipment/facilities issues, executing timely corrective actions, and performing disciplined preventive maintenance. Completes hands-on maintenance, documentation, and continuous-improvement tasks that enable safe, reliable, and efficient engine, chassis, gearbox, component, and electrical-system testing for current and future business needs.
Key Accountabilities
Supports dyno and test facility operations through hands-on troubleshooting, maintenance coordination, and equipment readiness to minimize downtime and meet test objectives. Ensures compliance with safety, regulatory, and testing procedures while maintaining accurate documentation, logs, inventories, and purchasing records. Contributes to test facility modernization and continuous improvement efforts by supporting upgrades, standard work, and efficiency initiatives. Provides technical support for rigs, dynos, and test equipment, including setup, calibration readiness, supplier coordination, and issue resolution during testing activities.
Qualifications, Experience, And Skills
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and hands-on technical experience. One to three years of experience in an R&D engine testing environment using engine dynamometers, preferably within a race or high‑performance setting. Demonstrated hands-on experience supporting test setup, execution, routine maintenance, data acquisition, and troubleshooting of equipment and facility issues in a fast‑paced environment.
Strong working knowledge of AVL dynamometers, PUMA operating systems, and associated measurement systems; exposure to AVL IndiCom and combustion analysis tools is a plus. Solid understanding of internal combustion engine theory, test‑cell safety systems, and common subsystems such as fuel measurement, emissions equipment, and ECU/PCM controls. Ability to read and interpret assembly drawings, schematics, and facility layouts. Proven ability to document work, maintain accurate records, review basic test data, and communicate status and recommendations clearly. Brings strong teamwork, reliability, initiative, and adaptability, with a structured approach to problem‑solving and continuous learning.
Decisions Expected
Prioritize daily assigned tasks within the test cell/maintenance plan and communicate conflicts or risks to the lead/supervisor.
Recommend countermeasures for routine equipment/test issues based on troubleshooting results and implement approved fixes.
Provide input to equipment/facility improvement efforts (e.g., requirements, observations, vendor feedback) and support verification that delivered work meets expectations.
Working Conditions
Physical Demands Requirements
Primary objective is to maximize HRC dyno availability and uptime to support the Dev.-Test Group mission. Maintains dyno operational readiness by rapidly troubleshooting and resolving equipment/facilities issues, executing timely corrective actions, and performing disciplined preventive maintenance. Completes hands-on maintenance, documentation, and continuous-improvement tasks that enable safe, reliable, and efficient engine, chassis, gearbox, component, and electrical-system testing for current and future business needs.
Key Accountabilities
Supports dyno and test facility operations through hands-on troubleshooting, maintenance coordination, and equipment readiness to minimize downtime and meet test objectives. Ensures compliance with safety, regulatory, and testing procedures while maintaining accurate documentation, logs, inventories, and purchasing records. Contributes to test facility modernization and continuous improvement efforts by supporting upgrades, standard work, and efficiency initiatives. Provides technical support for rigs, dynos, and test equipment, including setup, calibration readiness, supplier coordination, and issue resolution during testing activities.
Qualifications, Experience, And Skills
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and hands-on technical experience. One to three years of experience in an R&D engine testing environment using engine dynamometers, preferably within a race or high‑performance setting. Demonstrated hands-on experience supporting test setup, execution, routine maintenance, data acquisition, and troubleshooting of equipment and facility issues in a fast‑paced environment.
Strong working knowledge of AVL dynamometers, PUMA operating systems, and associated measurement systems; exposure to AVL IndiCom and combustion analysis tools is a plus. Solid understanding of internal combustion engine theory, test‑cell safety systems, and common subsystems such as fuel measurement, emissions equipment, and ECU/PCM controls. Ability to read and interpret assembly drawings, schematics, and facility layouts. Proven ability to document work, maintain accurate records, review basic test data, and communicate status and recommendations clearly. Brings strong teamwork, reliability, initiative, and adaptability, with a structured approach to problem‑solving and continuous learning.
Decisions Expected
Prioritize daily assigned tasks within the test cell/maintenance plan and communicate conflicts or risks to the lead/supervisor.
Recommend countermeasures for routine equipment/test issues based on troubleshooting results and implement approved fixes.
Provide input to equipment/facility improvement efforts (e.g., requirements, observations, vendor feedback) and support verification that delivered work meets expectations.
Working Conditions
Physical Demands Requirements
- Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist while working.
- Bending legs at knee to come to a rest on knee or knees to work on close to the groundwork.
- Crawling.
- Moving about on hands and knees or hands and feet to work underneath suspended vehicles/engines/equipment to diagnosis problems and or remove replace parts.
- Standing for sustained periods during work or events.
- Sitting. Extensive travel and long travels.
- Walking. Moving about on foot to accomplish tasks (particularly walking long distances at the track to pit lane and around shop)
- Lifting. Raising objects of 25 pounds from a lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally from position-to-position.
- Repetitive motion. Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers while servicing / maintaining a race engine, vehicles and equipment.
- The worker is subject to hazards. Includes a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, electrical current, exposure to high heat and exposure to chemicals.
- Make quick decisions.
- Hazard awareness, aware of surroundings
- Planning and problem-solving
- Coping with change and other people