Test Engineer - Mechanical

Vaderstad Inc.; Canada; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Pension matching

Flexible work environment

Job summary

Väderstad is seeking a Test Engineer to participate in all facets of the product lifecycle and collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve our agricultural machinery lines. You will analyze test results, help design robust test environments, and deliver comprehensive reports to engineering stakeholders.

The role emphasizes open communication, continuous learning, and hands-on testing across office, lab, shop, and field settings in North America.

Qualifications

• 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 farming practices and equipment is a plus.
• Knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, electronics and electrical circuits is an asset.
• Experience with Autodesk Inventor or equivalent CAD system.

Responsibilities

• Participate in design reviews and analysis as they relate to test.
• Participate in FMEA and design risk assessments.
• Communicate test requests, plans, methods, results, analyses with design/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 with design engineers.
• Identify opportunities and justify capital projects related to testing.
• Coordinate with internal departments, vendors and customers as needed.
• Identify areas to improve quality, performance, and cost of equipment.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Data analysis

Communication

Teamwork

Self-starter

Analytical thinking

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Eligible for registration as engineer/technologist (APEGS/SASTT)

Knowledge of farming practices and equipment (asset)

Tools

Autodesk Inventor

Job description

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. Väderstad 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 Väderstad 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?

Väderstad offers a competitive compensation package including competitive salary, health benefits and pension matching. Health, Dental, Vision and Prescription benefits are 100% paid by the Väderstad. Flexible work environment. Väderstad 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 Väderstad 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.

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.

Väderstad provides modern agriculture with innovative, highly efficient agricultural machinery and methods. By simplifying work and improving results for the farmer, the company's vision is to become the world's leading partner for outstanding emergence. The group is family owned and the head office is located in Väderstad, Sweden. Väderstad is represented in 40 countries and on all continents. In 2025, Väderstad had 1750 employees and a turnover of 590 MEUR.

We respect the privacy of candidates for employment. This Privacy Notice sets forth how we will use the information we obtain when you apply for a position through this career site. If you do not consent to the terms of this Privacy Notice, please do not submit information to us.