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Dyno Lab Supervisor

Dyno Lab Supervisor

MARTIN TechnologiesDearborn, MI, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Company Overview

MARTIN Technologies is a global, full-service engineering and manufacturing leader serving the automotive, marine, aerospace, and defense industries. Since 1996, we’ve partnered with OEMs and Tier-1 suppliers to design, develop, and test next-generation propulsion and vehicle technologies in our state-of-the-art facilities—including multiple powertrain dynamometers and environmental test cells.

Job Summary

We are seeking a hands-on Dyno Lab Supervisor to own day-to-day operations within our engine and powertrain dynamometer labs. You will lead a multidisciplinary crew of up to 15 technicians and engineers, ensuring every test is executed safely, efficiently, and to the highest data-quality standards. Success in this role demands deep dyno expertise, a passion for continuous improvement, and strong people-leadership skills.

Key Responsibilities

Area

What You’ll Do

Team Leadership & Mentoring

  • Set goals, coach, and develop up to 15 dyno technicians / engineers.
  • Manage schedules, PTO, overtime, and daily work assignments.
  • Foster a culture of safety, accountability, and professional growth.

Operational Oversight

  • Coordinate engine, powertrain, and emissions tests across multiple dyno cells (steady-state, transient, chassis).
  • Verify test requests, fixtures, and instrumentation readiness to minimize downtime.
  • Enforce 5S, OSHA, and company safety procedures at all times.

    • Technical Guidance

  • Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and control-system issues in real time.
  • Approve test setups, sensor calibration, and data-acquisition parameters.
  • Validate results for accuracy and repeatability before release.

    • Equipment & Facility Maintenance

  • Drive preventive-maintenance schedules for dynamometers, media conditioning, emissions analyzers, and data systems.
  • Lead root-cause investigations on equipment failures and implement corrective actions.

    • Process Improvement & KPIs

  • Implement lean workflows that shorten cycle time and boost first-time-right metrics.
  • Track lab KPIs (throughput, downtime, data validity, safety) and present weekly reports to management.

    • Cross-Functional Collaboration

  • Interface with Calibration, Powertrain Engineering, and Program Management to align priorities and resource needs.
  • Translate lab findings into actionable insights for product development and customer deliverables.

    • Qualifications & Skills

  • Education – B.S. in Mechanical, Automotive, or Electrical Engineering preferred; equivalent technical experience considered.
  • Experience –

    • 5–10 years in engine / powertrain dynamometer testing with at least 2 years in a lead or supervisory role.

  • Proven track record coordinating emissions, durability, and performance programs for OEM or Tier-1 customers.
  • Technical Proficiency –

    • Hands-on expertise with dyno control systems (AVL PUMA, Horiba STARS, DTS, or similar) and data-acquisition hardware / software.

  • Working knowledge of CAN / LIN communications, sensor calibration, and calibration tools (ETAS INCA, CANape).
  • Leadership & Soft Skills –

    • Able to motivate diverse teams under tight timelines while upholding safety and quality.

  • Clear communicator comfortable translating complex test data for non-technical stakeholders.
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and root-cause problem-solving abilities.

    • Why Join MARTIN?

  • Cutting-Edge Facilities – Lead operations in labs outfitted for tomorrow’s propulsion technologies.
  • Career Growth – Advance within a company that values technical mastery and leadership development.
  • Impact – Your work directly influences prototype validation and production programs for world-class OEMs.
  • Culture of Innovation – Join a collaborative team that prizes precision, creativity, and continuous improvement.

    • Ready to keep the industry’s most advanced dyno labs running at peak performance? Apply today and accelerate your career with MARTIN Technologies.

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