Test Engineer - Mechanical

Summary

Väderstad is looking for people who share our passion for farming. Our employees are the most important resource we have in achieving our goals. We provide great career opportunities for the right candidates in a rapidly evolving workplace with locations in ag markets across North America. Vaderstad is an equal opportunity employer, that values and respects diversity in its workforce. All employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications, merit and business needs.

The Test Engineer will be involved in all facets of the product lifecycle. You will work with all departments at Vaderstad to continuously improve our product lines and exceed customer expectations. You must be an open communicator that is willing to continuously learn new skills and apply them without supervision.

Why Work with Us?

• Vaderstad offers a competitive compensation package including competitive salary, health benefits and pension matching.
• Health, Dental, Vision and Prescription benefits are 100% paid by the Vaderstad.
• Flexible work environment
• Vaderstad provides you the opportunity to work with an ambitious, growth-oriented team that is driven to continuously improve.

Education/Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, agricultural, electrical, or applicable engineering disciplines.
• Eligible for registration as an engineer or technologist with APEGS or SASTT
• Knowledge of and experience with current farming practices and equipment is an asset
• Knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, electronics and electrical circuits are assets
• Experience with Autodesk Inventor or equivalent CAD system

Core Competencies

• Mechanically inclined and understand current metal, plastic, electrical and hydraulic component fabrication techniques
• Strong troubleshooting abilities of mechanical and electrical systems
• Strong data analysis and summary skills.
• Ability to use hand tools and operate large machinery
• Proficient with computing, data logging and data measuring equipment and devices.
• Work well individually and as part of a team
• Self-starter, owns their domain, grows in their field.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Be confident, imaginative and desire to learn continuously
• Easily adaptable to new situations
• Able to think critically and analytically
• Continuously strive to create the highest quality product
• Familiar with industry standards

Accountabilities

• Participate in design reviews and analysis as they relate to test. Participate in FMEA and design risk assessments.
• Seek clarity through communication of test requests, plans, methods, results, analyses, and conclusions with design and test teams
• Propose and develop test environments, methods, schedules, costs, and approaches.
• Design and execute test plans for bench and field testing
• Provide detailed reporting on test results through regular communication with design engineers and comprehensive written reports.
• Identify opportunities and prepare justifications for capital projects related to testing activities
• Communicate with all internal Vaderstad departments as well as outside vendors and customers as required
• Identify areas to improve quality, performance, and cost of equipment
• Follow internal standards and policies
• Regular job training and continuous improvement.
• Maintain membership to APEGS or SASTT

Work Conditions

• Working environment will be a mix of office, fabrication shop, test lab, and field
• Extended periods of sitting, standing, and other physically demanding conditions
• Work is performed in a combination of environments which require the usage of Personal Protective Equipment
• This position may be exposed to elements such as noise, dust, fumes and oils.
• Some exposure to outdoor environments
• Lifting or moving up to 50lbs may be required
• Overtime and travel may be required depending on season and assignments