Field Test Precision Technology Intern

CNH; Tuddenham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

CNH Industrial in Suffolk invites applications for a 12‑month Field Test and Precision Tech Validation internship starting July–August 2027. You will work with the Precision Tech and European field test teams to assist with field-testing and development activities of prototype tractors and the next generation of precision solutions.

Responsibilities include preparing tractors for shipping, operating testing equipment, and supporting design, software engineering, product management, aftersales

Qualifications

• Studying towards or holding a degree.
• Good practical working knowledge of tractors and their applications.
• Competent operator of agricultural equipment.
• Experience of tractor electrical and electronic systems – fault finding, calibration and set up of electrical/electronic systems.
• Knowledge of hydraulic and mechanical systems.
• Reasonable workshop/fitting skills.
• Candidates must be enthusiastic and possess good oral and written communication skills.
• Computer literacy to a high standard.
• The position may require travel to dealers, customers or test sites and therefore some flexibility in working hours is required.
• Full UK or Ireland driving license.

Responsibilities

• Assist test engineers with routine engineering tests in the field, including use of test equipment devices i.e. dynamometers, instrumentation, data acquisition systems.
• Prepare prototype tractors and test equipment for shipping to field.
• Manage vehicle and customer relations during validation activities on customer farms for both vehicle and precision functions.
• Assist in tuning and development of AutoGuidance controls systems.
• Diagnose, repair, root cause issues found on mechanical, hydraulic, and/or electrical components on Ag machinery or test systems.
• Assemble and install updated parts to Prototype AG vehicles.
• Collate technical documentation necessary to support prototype tractors, engineers and drivers.
• Report concerns found in the field and facilitate in problem resolution.
• Procure parts and equipment necessary to service and repair Prototype tractors.
• Operate/drive AG vehicles and/or test equipment for test purposes, as required.
• This role will involve travel to customer farms, test sites and CNH dealership locations.

Skills

Practical tractor knowledge

Oral and written communication

Computer literacy

Enthusiastic

Flexible working hours

Education

Studying towards or holding a degree

Tools

CAN analysis equipment

CNH Electronic Service Tool

Job description

About Us

Innovation. Sustainability. Productivity. This is how we are Breaking New Ground in our mission to sustainably advance the noble work of farmers and builders everywhere. With a growing global population and increased demands on resources, our products are instrumental to feeding and sheltering the world.

About Us

Innovation. Sustainability. Productivity. This is how we are Breaking New Ground in our mission to sustainably advance the noble work of farmers and builders everywhere. With a growing global population and increased demands on resources, our products are instrumental to feeding and sheltering the world. From developing products that run on alternative power to productivity-enhancing precision tech, we are delivering solutions that benefit people – and they are possible thanks to people like you. If the opportunity to build your skills as part of a collaborative, global team excites you, you’re in the right place.

Grow a Career. Build a Future!

Be part of this company at the forefront of agriculture and construction, that passionately innovates to drive customer efficiency and success. And we know innovation can’t happen without collaboration. So, everything we do at CNH Industrial is about reaching new heights as one team, always delivering for the good of our customers.

Job Purpose

We wish to recruit students to work in the following discipline at our Suffolk based test facility, for 12 months, starting in July – August 2027:

Field Test and Precision Tech Validation

Working with both the Precision Tech and European field test teams you will assist with field-testing and development activities of prototype tractors and the next generation of precision solutions. Some of the key activities include: preparing tractors and testing equipment for shipping to field, conducting vehicle tests (including use of the CNH Industrial Electronic Service Tool, CAN analysis equipment), reporting concerns and facilitating problem resolution, liaising with design and software engineering groups, product management, after sales, and commercial groups, customers and dealerships.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist test engineers with routine engineering tests in the field, including use of test equipment devices i.e. dynamometers, instrumentation, data acquisition systems.
• Prepare prototype tractors and test equipment for shipping to field.
• Manage vehicle and customer relations during validation activities on customer farms for both vehicle and precision functions.
• Assist in tuning and development of AutoGuidance controls systems.
• Diagnose, repair, root cause issues found on mechanical, hydraulic, and/or electrical components on Ag machinery or test systems.
• Assemble and install updated parts to Prototype AG vehicles
• Collate technical documentation necessary to support prototype tractors, engineers and drivers
• Report concerns found in the field and facilitate in problem resolution.
• Procure parts and equipment necessary to service and repair Prototype tractors.
• Operate/drive AG vehicles and/or test equipment for test purposes, as required.
• This role will involve travel to customer farms, test sites and CNH dealership locations.

Experience Required

• Studying towards, or holding a degree.
• Good practical working knowledge of tractors and their applications.
• Competent operator of agricultural equipment.
• Experience of tractor electrical and electronic systems – fault finding, calibration and set up of electrical/electronic systems.
• Knowledge of hydraulic and mechanical systems.
• Reasonable workshop/fitting skills.
• Candidates must be enthusiastic and possess good oral and written communication skills.
• Computer literacy to a high standard.
• The position may require travel to dealers, customers or test sites and therefore some flexibility in working hours is required.
• Full UK or Ireland driving license.