R&D Test Technician

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** Job Description
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* Title:

R &D Test Technician
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* Key Accountabilities:

*** Operate Development Test Cells including test cell preparation, engine preparation, engine operation and engine (un) installation
* Keep test cells in good working order and support the initiation and coordination of maintenance work and troubleshooting activities in the test cell and its supporting areas
* Provide Technician Support for Engineering and Development Test engines, e.g., rebuild engines, exchange components, and install test equipment to facilitate development engine testing
* Lead on-site work, maintain detailed record of daily activities using engine logbook, equipment logbook and other reporting tools and prioritize job tasks accordingly
* Be the owner of the test cell. Develop holistic understanding of test cell, engine and facility and run tests independently per guidance of engineering team
* Work with engineering calibration software and automation software to support the project progress of development engines
* Perform reservations to necessary parts, fluids, and hardware for testing engines
* Request parts and tools to perform job functions and maintain inventory
* Instrument engines and record instrumentation locations as needed by the project
* Perform Basic Maintenance of Test Cell and track PMs performed
* Support Production Testing of engines in the Development Test Cell or in the Production test cell as demanded by the business
* Work with test groups on engine development projects
* 1st level trouble shooter for test cell and engine issues. Support further troubleshooting and failure analysis efforts
* Mentor and provide assistance to Rolls-Royce America personnel to support the objectives of the company
* Maintain a clean and safe work area and document per Development Test Cell standards
* Remain technically current on diesel engine technology
* Perform special projects as required
* Promote a compliance culture in area of responsibility and live the letter and the spirit of the Rolls-Royce Code of Conduct
** Basic Requirements:
*** Associate degree in Engineering Science or Mechanical Technology or two years mechanical trade school and two years of combustion engine testing experience.* “Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S without sponsorship. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.”
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* Preferred Qualifications:

*** Advanced operational ability and skill, as demonstrated by acquiring the points associated with Skill Based Pay Competency Level 1 for Development Test (SBP) or competency levels 3 or 4 in MTU America's Production Test Department
* Good skills in the operation and troubleshooting of engines, instrumentation, and electronic engine controls
* Basic skills in the use of mechanical and electrical hand tools
* Basic skills in the use of measurement and testing tools for mechanical and electrical systems.
* Basic knowledge of internal combustion engine operations
* Basic knowledge in technical language and engineering terminology
* Excellent factory representation, customer service and interpersonal skills.
* Basic organizational, planning and follow up skills
* Basic analytical and creative problem-solving skills
* Strong oral and written communication skills.
* Basic knowledge in the physical properties of fuels, coolants, lubricants and oils
* Ability to lift, push, pull weights in the 20-60 lbs. range
* Basic knowledge in the use of a PC and MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc.)
* Ability to work any shift and overtime as required. Shifts rotate weekly:
Monday – Friday 5:30am to 2:00pm and 1:30pm to 10:00pm. Schedule may rotate weekly and 12-hour shifts required during extended testing schedules.
* Experience with AVL PUMA
* Experience with ETAS INCA
* Experience with MTU engines and electronics
* Experience with testing development engines
* Experience in a large engine service industry
* Experience in operating forklift trucks and rigging
** Work Environment:
** Daily work is performed…