Entry-Level Test Engineer: Validation & Lab Analysis

Vermeer Corporation; Pella (IA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Vermeer Corporation has an opening for an Engineer I – Test in Pella, IA. You will support testing and validation of products and subsystems under guidance, performing data collection, basic analysis, and documenting results to enable engineering conclusions.

The role emphasizes hands‑on testing, working with DAQ systems, sensors, and instrumentation, and collaboration with cross‑functional teams while adhering to safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Agricultural, or Aerospace Engineering.
• 0–2 years of experience (internships or co‑ops accepted).
• Exposure to basic data acquisition (DAQ) systems, sensors, and instrumentation.
• Fundamental understanding of engineering concepts such as stress, strain, hydraulics, vibration, electrical systems and EMC.
• Ability to read basic electrical and hydraulic schematics.
• Hands‑on mechanical aptitude and familiarity with shop tools.
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn in a hands‑on testing environment.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Support and execute product validation testing (durability, reliability, performance, and compliance) in lab and limited field environments under guidance.
• Set up, operate, and support test equipment, instrumentation, and DAQ systems following established procedures.
• Collect, organize, and perform basic analysis of test data to support engineering conclusions.
• Assist with root cause investigations by gathering data, performing repeat tests, and documenting observations.
• Document test setups, procedures, and results clearly to support traceability and reporting.
• Collaborate with test leads and cross‑functional teams while following safety, quality, and documentation standards.

Skills

DAQ systems

Sensors

Instrumentation

Reading schematics

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Agricultural, or Aerospace Engineering

Tools

DAQ

Shop tools

Job description

Vermeer Corporation has an opening for an Engineer I – Test in Pella, IA. You will support testing and validation of products and subsystems under guidance, performing data collection, basic analysis, and documenting results to enable engineering conclusions.

The role emphasizes hands‑on testing, working with DAQ systems, sensors, and instrumentation, and collaboration with cross‑functional teams while adhering to safety and quality standards.