Dynamometer Test Engineer / Technologist

Dearborn, MI

Full Time

Experienced

Location: Dearborn, Michigan
Employment: Full-Time | On-Site
Shift: Morning Shift
Important Application Requirements

Full-time position
100% on-site in Dearborn, Michigan
Morning shift
Candidates must currently be authorized to work in the United States.
No visa sponsorship is available.
No relocation assistance is provided.
Applicants currently residing outside the United States will not be considered.

About Opportunity
MARTIN Technologies is seeking a hands-on Dynamometer Test Engineer / Technologist to support automotive powertrain and propulsion testing operations in Dearborn, Michigan.
This position is ideal for someone who enjoys working directly in a dyno test cell environment, solving technical problems, validating test data, working with instrumentation, and supporting engineering teams.
We are looking for candidates who can combine strong technical knowledge with hands-on test cell experience.
What You’ll Do

Build, validate, and execute dynamometer tests according to standardized test procedures and engineering requirements.
Perform initial test cell software setup and configuration for incoming Units Under Test (UUTs).
Verify test data integrity, accuracy, and completeness before data is transferred to the database for engineering review.
Verify test cell instrumentation and calibration to ensure accurate and reliable data acquisition.
Review daily Quality Assurance (QA) data and verify that collected parameters remain within established tolerances.
Investigate abnormal readings, data deviations, and potential test cell problems.
Troubleshoot test cell hardware, software, instrumentation, controls, and data acquisition issues to minimize downtime.
Serve as a primary point of contact between requesting engineers, instrumentation teams, facility operations, and test cell personnel.
Coordinate pre-test discussions with engineering and facility scheduling teams to understand upcoming UUT testing requirements.
Identify required instrumentation, test configurations, and facility support before UUT installation.
Monitor test cell utilization and follow best practices to improve uptime, efficiency, and cell optimization.
Maintain accurate testing documentation and support safe test cell operations.

What We’re Looking For

Experience with dynamometer or automotive test cell operations.
Hands-on experience with engine, powertrain, propulsion, vehicle, chassis, transmission, or driveline testing.
Knowledge of test cell instrumentation, sensors, calibration, and data acquisition systems.
Experience setting up and executing engineering test procedures.
Ability to review and validate engineering test data.
Experience troubleshooting test cell equipment, software, instrumentation, or DAQ issues.
Understanding of UUT setup and test cell configuration.
Ability to identify abnormal test results and investigate root causes.
Strong communication skills and ability to work directly with engineers and technical teams.
Strong attention to safety, data quality, accuracy, and test efficiency.
Automotive OEM, Tier 1, powertrain testing, or engineering services experience is highly preferred.

Ideal Background
Candidates with experience in any of the following areas are strongly encouraged to apply:
Dynamometer Testing • Engine Testing • Powertrain Testing • Propulsion Testing • Test Cell Operations • Data Acquisition • Instrumentation • Calibration • Test Automation • UUT Setup • Engineering Data Validation • Test Cell Troubleshooting

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