Dynamometer Technician (Powertrain)

This role will be focused on operating and maintaining dynamometer
test systems for the development and validation testing of electrified
powertrain systems (drive units, gearboxes). The Dyno Technician will
work closely with Powertrain Test Engineers to install, configure and
maintain test properties across a variety of complex powertrain test
equipment in order to execute and monitor testing to requirements
specified by Powertrain Validation engineers. Supported by the rest of
the engineering team, you will be responsible for performing first-line
troubleshooting of any operational issues encountered on test and take
ownership of delivering high-quality test data to support high-level
Test & Validation plans for the products.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain large dynamometers (for vehicle and powertrain system level testing)
• Select and install instrumentation needed to collect response data
  from the product during testing (accelerometers, strain gauges, pressure
  gauges, thermocouples, thermistors, hygrometers, voltage drop sense
  leads, etc.)
• Build and setup test rigs/dynos for mechanical and/or electrical
  tests together with Powertrain, NVH, and Thermal engineering teams
• Perform routine maintenance to complex mechanical and electrical repairs.
• Take an active part in Environmental Heath & Safety within the
  laboratory environment, contributing to Risk Assessments and ensuring a
  safe work environment
• Support Validation Engineers to perform upgrades and modifications to Systems Under Test
• Perform the first line of fault finding for operational issues which arise on System Under Test
• Perform diagnosis and repair of prototype vehicle’s electrical/mechanical/software systems
• Support Test Engineers to achieve test plans and test equipment upgrade projects
• Document and communicate findings through processes and systems, taking ownership of early escalation where appropriate
• Generate and take ownership of process documentation for test rigs and associated test equipment
• Provide feedback, create and implement processes and suggestions to
  new and/or improved workshop standards, protocols, and processes.

Requirements

Qualifications

• 5+ years of Technician Experience working directly in test cells and/or large dynamometer systems
• 2+ years experience with electrified vehicles
• Expertise in instrumentation (Thermocouples, RTDs, Strain Gauges, Accelerometers, Hygrometers, Pressure Gauges, Flow Meters)
• Expertise in powertrain test setup and test error proofing
• Expertise in mechanical tooling and build fixture design
• Knowledge of motor, inverter, and gearbox concepts
• Knowledge of propulsion systems and thermal (coolant and refrigerant) systems
• Knowledge of Electric Vehicle Safety
• Work under strenuous/awkward positions throughout the working day.
• Operate a variety of scan tools, diagnostic equipment, and common automotive test equipment
• Strong diagnostic and problem-solving skills to solve powertrain system issues
• Someone that takes pride in their work
• Work in a team environment and communicate with fellow technicians
• Basic workshop etiquette, provide verbal and writing communication across all teams