Test Engineer - Dynamometer Testing

About the role

UTAC, an international group in digital and sustainable mobility, testing solutions, vehicle engineering, homologation and certification, is hiring a Test Engineer in Northville. The engineer operates and supports dynamometer test cells for propulsion and driveline systems, from initial setup through to the test report. The role involves integrating customer test requests, performing equipment calibrations and troubleshooting test cell equipment, and requires managing several tasks at once.

Key responsibilities

• Integrate customer test requests into the in-house dynamometer control software, including configuring channel setups and writing automated test scripts
• Translate customer documents and conversations into functional test setups and troubleshoot testing systems and product issues
• Set up small-scale testing equipment such as analog sensors, electrical instruments and cooling systems, and wire sensors to the data acquisition and industrial drive systems
• Calibrate equipment such as torque meters, pressure sensors and flow meters
• Write test reports for customers based on test results (no interpretation of customer data)
• Work with interdisciplinary teams on concepts and deliverables, and support the company's culture and values

Required profile

• Minimum bachelor's degree in engineering, preferably mechanical or electrical
• Practical project experience and working knowledge of automotive propulsion and driveline systems
• Fluent English and a valid driver's license for travel to customer sites
• On-site work as needed; remote work is not offered for this position
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs unassisted and 75 lbs assisted, and to stand for up to 8 hours

Required skills

• Microsoft Office proficiency and ability to learn new systems quickly
• Problem-solving, analytical and strategic thinking
• Teamwork, communication, time management and attention to detail

UTAC is an equal opportunities employer offering medical insurance, dental coverage and a 401k plan in the US. Visa sponsorship is not available, and candidates must prove eligibility to work in the host country.