Test & Validation Engineer

Overview

Kubota North America Construction Equipment Research & Development office (CERDNA) at Great Plains Manufacturing in Salina, KS is seeking a Test & Validation Engineer to join their team!

This position works on-site from the Kubota North America Construction Equipment R&D office (CERDNA) at Great Plains Manufacturing in Salina, KS and reports directly to a Lead Test Engineer and does not have any direct reports.

• Assure CE products meet the safety, quality, robustness and performance customers expect for Kubota products
• Assist with the development of new and creative test and validation methods with sound technical ability and leadership in order to rapidly optimize the launch of new products while maintaining safety, quality, durability and reliability
• Attend & contribute to design review meetings
• Perform lab tests, analyze test data and provide engineering reports on prototype machines and components
• Recognize and document problems in issue reports
• Oversee lab tests to ensure they align with test request, internal & external test standards and customer application requirements
• Coordinate & oversee accurate test setup and data collection with the Shop Foreman and Technicians
• Use proper engineering practices & principles; analyze/interpret test data and prepare and present technical reports to engineering and management personnel
• Use computer software and hardware to conduct tests on construction machinery and equipment according to industry standards
• Adhere to procedures, test methods, validation master plans and other validation and test related documentation
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment
• Other duties may be assigned that require other qualifications, physical demands, and/or work environment

• Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field of study
• Experience with construction equipment is preferred
• Experience in defense, heavy duty, or earthmoving product development is a plus
• Understanding of hydraulic and electrical control systems.
• Knowledge of modern test equipment, methods of test, data collection & data analysis.
• Computer skills including MS Office and Google-based programs
• Experience and demonstrated success working in a cross-functional and cross-cultural environment.