Testing Technician III

Yamaha has an excellent opportunity for a Testing Technician III to join our Marine team in Bridgeport AL. In this role, you will support the Marine Test & Validation Center by preparing, instrumenting, operating, monitoring, and evaluating marine engines, propulsion systems, controls, test cell equipment, and related test articles in world class facility-based engine test environments. This role combines hands-on mechanical and electrical technical expertise, safe test cell operation, accurate data collection, clear reporting, troubleshooting, and strong attention to detail to help validate product performance, durability, reliability, and quality. The position offers the opportunity to work directly with advanced Yamaha marine products, specialized test cell systems, PLC-based controls, data acquisition equipment, and cross-functional engineering, testing, service, sales, and marketing teams.

What you'll be doing:

• Perform supervised test cell testing and evaluation of marine engines, propulsion systems, controls, instrumentation, and related test articles. Collect, organize, review, and summarize test data; prepare clear written test reports and support timely completion of assigned test schedules.
• Prepare engines, components, and related test articles for testing by installing instrumentation and data acquisition equipment such as thermocouples, pressure transducers, strain gauges, sensors, wiring, and related measurement systems; install engines, components, and support systems into test cells.
• Assist with routine repair, maintenance, inspection, readiness, calibration, and improvement of test cells, sensors, monitoring devices, data acquisition systems, shop equipment, buildings, grounds, and related facility assets. Monitor commonly used supplies and communicate replenishment needs to support uninterrupted testing operations.
• Develop, modify, verify, and execute safe test profiles using Allen-Bradley PLC-based test cell controls or similar automation systems. Troubleshoot controls, instrumentation, data acquisition, mechanical, and electrical system issues to minimize downtime and maintain test quality.
• Maintain a safe, clean, organized, and professional work environment across test cells, shops, storage areas, buildings, grounds, docks, and related facility spaces.
• Protect the confidentiality of test plans, products, results, data, photos, conversations, and development activities in accordance with company expectations.
• Support sales, marketing, service, engineering, and customer-facing activities as needed by preparing test properties, assisting with event setup and cleanup, supporting safe product demonstrations, and helping return equipment and spaces to ready condition.
• Assist with on-water, shop-based, field, and off-site testing activities when needed, including preparation, setup, data collection, troubleshooting support, and post-test teardown.
• Assist with shipping activities by preparing, protecting, and packing engines, components, and parts for shipment; provide accurate shipment details to the appropriate team members for processing.
• Assist with receiving activities by unloading freight, inspecting incoming items as appropriate, and providing bills of lading or receiving documentation to the appropriate staff.

What you need to be successful:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical training, relevant college degree, or equivalent hands-on mechanical, electrical, marine, engine, diagnostic, or test cell experience preferred.
• Strong working knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems, including internal combustion engines, marine propulsion systems, dynamometers, test cell equipment, or powertrain test systems.
• Experience with test cell operations, automation, and PLC-based control systems; experience with AVL and Allen-Bradley systems preferred.
• Familiarity with calibration, instrumentation, and data acquisition tools such as ETAS INCA, MMD8, NIRA, DEWESoft, or similar systems.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in engine development, dynamometer testing, test cell operations, powertrain testing, or closely related technical work.
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot, identify root cause, analyze data, and resolve mechanical, electrical, controls, instrumentation, or facility support system issues efficiently.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Adobe tools, and basic computer-based diagnostic, calibration, or data acquisition systems.

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:

• Ability to safely operate or learn to operate forklifts, trucks, trailers, hoists, cranes, and related shop or test facility equipment in accordance with company procedures.
• Strong attention to detail when collecting engineering data, documenting test conditions, reviewing results, identifying issues, and communicating findings.
• Requires up to 15% travel for field testing, off-site support, events, training, or related business needs
• Must follow all safety rules, environmental expectations, and company procedures, including safe operation of test cells, vehicles, tools, equipment, and facility systems.

Don't meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and underrepresented minorities are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Yamaha, we understand that talent comes in various forms, as such we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. If you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles!

What's in it for you:

• 401(k) and Profit Sharing
• Fertility Benefits
• 37.5 hour work-week
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Wellness Program
• Short-Term Disability Coverage (for hourly roles)
• Long-Term Disability
• Student Debt Repayment Benefits
• Ability to borrow Yamaha product

Reports to: Department Manager

Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, veteran or disability or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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