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INNIO Group

Manufacturing Technician - Test

Welland · On-siteCA$48k – CA$60k
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About this role

⚙️ Innovative Work: Collaborate on advanced manufacturing projects that deliver industry‑leading products powering global industries.
🤝 Mission‑Driven Team: Join a group of dedicated professionals committed to safety, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Safety is a top priority, with annual reimbursement for safety shoes and prescribed safety glasses provided.
📈 Keep Growing: Access a robust tuition and professional development program, as well as internal training and career development opportunities to expand your skills and advance your career.
💚 Health & Wellness: Enjoy medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage for you and your family from day one. EAP program and health care spending account available.
🎯 Work‑Life Balance & Perks: Benefit from on‑site gym access, a $300 annual fitness reimbursement program, paid personal days, and RRSP/TFSA and pension plan matching.
The salary range for this position is $48,000 - $60,000, which will be determined based on the candidate's experience and qualifications.
We are seeking a detail-oriented and safety-focused Engine Rig & De-Rig Technician to prepare engines and gensets for production validation testing and to complete post-test de-rigging and preparation for the paint process. This role is responsible for executing both the rig and de-rig processes, ensuring engines are properly set up for test cell operations and efficiently transitioned to the next production stage. The quality of work directly impacts test outcomes, product quality, and overall operational efficiency. This role will report to Test Area Team Lead.
Key Responsibilities
Rig Process:
  • Select and verify test saddles, engine support blocks, and drive line modules.
  • Move engines into position using gantry lifts, cranes, and transporters.
  • Log engines/gensets into the MES system and initiate rig process test orders.
  • Transfer engines from assembly stands to test saddles.
  • Perform crankshaft web deflection checks (for 275 models) and record results.
  • Fill engines with oil and conduct oil system leak tests.
  • Inspect rocker arm and camshaft oiling.
  • Install and torque driveline modules, exhaust adapters, sensors, and water/fuel system components.
  • Conduct leak tests on fuel, jacket water, and auxiliary water circuits.
  • Adjust regulators, wastegates, and carb screws to initial positions.
  • Install data acquisition sensors and harnesses.
  • Prepare engines for movement into test cells and close out rig operations in MES.
  • Strict compliance with safety and quality standards. Generating highly detailed non-conformance reports and updating internal safety policies.
De-Rig Process:
  • Move tested engines and test saddles to de-rig stations.
  • Log engines into the de-rig operation using Morphee and MES systems.
  • Perform visual camshaft checks, oil drain, and borescope inspections as required.
  • Add preservative oil and re-install components per instructions.
  • Generating highly detailed non-conformance reports.
  • Remove “test only” components and install customer components, performing leak checks as required.
  • Remove and return hoses, adapters, sensors, and harnesses to proper locations.
  • Install shipping covers, plugs, and gaskets as per instructions.
  • Perform Earth Bond Resistance Test and record results.
  • Unbolt engines from test saddles and transfer to shipping skids/paint stands using proper lifting equipment.
  • Torque engines to shipping skids and prepare for paint booth staging.
  • Using lean principles when storing test components.
Qualifications / Requirements
  • Technical diploma or equivalent experience in mechanical or manufacturing engineering.
  • Experience with engine assembly, testing, or related processes preferred.
  • Familiarity with MES systems and quality documentation.
  • Ability to operate lifting equipment and follow safety protocols.
  • Strong attention to detail and documentation skills.
Preferred Experience
  • Experience with Waukesha engines or similar sub-assemblies.
  • Be part of a team focused on continuous improvement and operational excellence.
  • Mechanical aptitude, able to read electrical and mechanical drawings.
Accommodations
INNIO is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and work environments. We will make reasonable accommodations for the needs of applicants under the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. Please advise the Human Resources Department at [email protected] to ensure your accessibility needs are accommodated throughout this process.
As part of our commitment to innovation and efficiency, INNIO utilizes AI technology to assist in the initial screening of applicants. All hiring decisions are made with human oversight to ensure fairness, context, and alignment with our core values.

Company at a glance

INNIO Group is a global distributed energy solutions provider that delivers reliable, flexible, transient, decentralized, modular and efficient power. With a track record of innovation, INNIO designs, manufactures and services high‑performance power systems under its Jenbacher and Waukesha brands. The company delivers power for applications including data centers, microgrids, grid stabilization, industrial energy and gas compression.

INNIO operates a global installed base across approximately 100 countries as of December 31, 2025, supported by a resilient, high‑margin services business that delivers long‑term, recurring revenues across the full equipment lifecycle. As electricity demand accelerates—driven by AI, electrification and grid constraints—INNIO enables scalable, behind‑the‑meter power generation with high efficiency, fast start capability, strong transient performance and fuel flexibility, including hydrogen‑ready solutions. Headquartered in Munich, Germany, INNIO employs over 5,000 people worldwide and is committed to moving energy forward.

For more information, visit INNIO Group’s website at innio.com

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Team Size1,001-5,000 employees
WorkspaceOn-site
IndustryEnergy Technology
Location
Welland, Ontario, Canada
Websiteinnio.com
LinkedInLinkedIn

Top Benefits

  • Medical insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Health care spending account
  • On-site gym
  • Fitness reimbursement
  • Paid personal days
  • RRSP matching
  • TFSA matching
  • Pension plan matching
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Professional development program
  • Safety shoe reimbursement
  • Prescribed safety glasses

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