Dynamometer Test Engineer / Technologist in Dearborn, Michigan at MARTIN Technologies

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