Dyno Technician

Join Mustang Cat as a Dyno TechnicianSince 1952, Mustang has proudly served the construction, oil & gas, power generation, marine, and manufacturing industries as the authorized Caterpillar® dealer for Southeast Texas. Start your career with Mustang Cat - one of America's Greatest Midsize Workplaces of 2025!Mustang Cat is hiring a skilled Dyno Technician to support engine testing operations within our Power Systems – Large Bore Shop. This role is responsible for operating dynamometer systems and performing testing, troubleshooting, and evaluation of industrial natural gas and diesel engines up to 2000 horsepower.If you have strong mechanical and electrical experience and enjoy hands-on work with high-performance engines, this is a great opportunity to grow your career with a trusted industry leader.Why Join Mustang Cat?We're more than just machines—we're the people behind the performance. Mustang Cat offers:Great Work-Life BalanceOn-Premise ClinicTuition ReimbursementVast Growth OpportunitiesJob StabilityFull-Time Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision401(k) Employer MatchingPaid Vacation, Sick Time, HolidaysWhat You'll Do as a Dyno Technician:As a Dyno Technician, you'll operate engine testing equipment and support all phases of engine testing and evaluation.Responsibilities include:Operate dynamometer systems to test industrial natural gas and diesel engines up to 2000 HPMonitor and interpret engine performance data including pressure, temperature, and torqueUtilize engine and dyno data acquisition systems to record and analyze test resultsPerform engine preparation before testing and post-test teardown and inspectionTroubleshoot and repair mechanical and electrical engine systemsMaintain and support test cell equipment and related systemsFollow technical procedures, schematics, and mechanical/electrical diagramsEnsure all testing is completed safely and in accordance with company standardsWhat We're Looking For:High school diploma or equivalentTechnical training or coursework in diesel, mechanical, or electrical systems preferred3–5 years of experience with industrial natural gas or diesel engine operation, repair, or testingStrong understanding of mechanical and electrical systemsAbility to read and interpret technical manuals, schematics, and diagramsStrong written and verbal communication skillsAbility to work in a hands-on, fast-paced environmentPreferred Experience:Experience operating dynamometer or engine testing equipmentBackground in large bore engines or power generation systemsFamiliarity with engine diagnostics and data acquisition systemsStart your next chapter with Mustang Cat as a Dyno Technician —and play a key role in testing and supporting the engines that power critical industries across Texas.Apply today and let's talk!Get a firsthand look at what it's like to work as a technician at Mustang Cat. Hear from our current technicians and learn why they love working with customers to Build Texas and Power the World.Join us EVERY FRIDAY from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm for Technician Open Interviews at our Northwest Houston/HWY 290 location.Mustang Cat is an Equal Opportunity Employer.