Field Data Collection Specialist

Sage Ag Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

PTO

401k with company match

Job summary

Sage Ag Inc. is seeking a Field Data Collection Specialist to support development and evaluation of CVML obstacle detection systems for construction and roadbuilding equipment. You will primarily work in the field, collecting image data, setting up test platforms, and interacting with operators and customers.

The role requires regular driving, travel, and outdoor work around heavy equipment. You will troubleshoot, maintain prototype systems, and coordinate data collection with engineering

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred in Agriculture, Engineering Technology, Construction Technology, Automotive Technology, or related field

Responsibilities

• Set up, inspect, and maintain test platforms per engineering specs
• Plan and execute field image data collection across ODDS and use cases
• Coordinate data collection with prototype system evaluations and engineering priorities
• Provide basic training to evaluation customers on prototype system functionality
• Perform basic field troubleshooting, inspections, and routine maintenance of prototype systems and equipment
• Drive company vehicles to data collection sites and customer locations
• Maintain records of data collection activities, conditions, evaluations, and feedback
• Ensure safety procedures around construction equipment and active work sites

Skills

Independence

Travel readiness

Organization

Follow procedures

Tech-savvy

Customer communication

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Agriculture / Engineering Technology / Construction Technology / Automotive Technology or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Cameras

Sensors

Prototype systems

Job description

Sage Ag Inc. is currently seeking a hardworking, self-motivated, and detail-oriented individual who is interested in Construction/ Agricultural equipment, emerging technology, and field testing. Through this position, you will be working with a major equipment manufacturer supporting the development and evaluation of advanced Computer Vision-Machine Learning (CVML) obstacle detection systems for construction and roadbuilding equipment.As a Field Data Collection Specialist, you will spend the majority of your time working independently in the field collecting image data, setting up and maintaining test platforms, supporting prototype machine evaluations, and interacting directly with equipment operators and customers. This is a hands-on, field-based position that requires regular driving and travel, working outdoors and around heavy equipment, basic technical troubleshooting, and the ability to independently plan and execute daily field activities.

Responsibilities

• Set up, inspect, and maintain test platforms according to engineering specifications
• Research and identify potential image data collection sites based on project and testing requirements
• Plan and execute field image data collection to support the development, training, and validation of CVML obstacle detection systems for construction and roadbuilding applications
• Collect image data across a variety of operating conditions and defined Operational Design Domain (ODD) use cases to support model training and testing requirements
• Review planned data collection requirements and organize daily field activities based on project priorities, environmental conditions, and use-case needs
• Coordinate data collection activities with prototype system evaluations and engineering priorities
• Support customer evaluations of prototype obstacle detection systems installed on Skid Steers (SS), Compact Track Loaders (CTL), and other applicable equipment
• Coordinate the timely delivery and pickup of prototype-equipped machines for customer evaluations
• Provide evaluation customers with basic training on prototype system functionality and operation
• Perform basic field troubleshooting, inspections, and routine maintenance of prototype systems and supporting equipment
• Coordinate major machine maintenance and repair activities with equipment dealers as needed
• Work directly with evaluation customers to capture clear and accurate feedback regarding prototype system performance, functionality, and usability
• Maintain accurate records of data collection activities, operating conditions, prototype evaluations, customer feedback, and field issues
• Work independently in field environments while maintaining regular communication with engineering and project teams
• Drive company or project vehicles to data collection sites, customer locations, dealers, and other field-testing locations
• Maintain assigned vehicles, equipment, and data collection tools in clean, safe, organized, and working condition
• Follow established safety procedures while working around construction equipment, customer sites, roadbuilding environments, and other active work areas

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Agriculture, Engineering Technology, Construction Technology, Automotive Technology, or a related field preferred
• Strong ability to work independently, manage daily responsibilities, and adapt to changing field conditions with limited supervision
• Dependable, self-motivated, and able to manage travel schedules and field assignments responsibly
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, particularly when collecting and documenting test data
• Ability to follow engineering instructions, test procedures, safety requirements, and defined data collection plans
• Comfortable working with technology and learning new equipment, software, cameras, sensors, and prototype systems
• Comfortable working around construction machinery and heavy equipment in active field environments
• Ability to communicate professionally and effectively with customers, equipment operators, engineers, dealers, and other project personnel
• Basic mechanical and technical troubleshooting abilities
• Valid U.S. Driver's License with a clean driving record
• Ability and willingness to drive regularly and travel to data collection and customer evaluation locations
• Positive attitude and ability to work effectively independently or as part of a team
• Proficient in Microsoft Office for documentation and reporting purposes

Physical & Field Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds
• Ability to safely enter and exit construction equipment, trucks, and other project vehicles
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, climb, and perform hands-on tasks for extended periods during field activities
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather, temperature, terrain, dust, and jobsite conditions
• Comfortable working in and around active construction, roadbuilding, and equipment-testing environments
• Ability to spend extended periods driving and traveling between data collection sites, customer locations, and other project locations
• Ability to safely handle, transport, set up, and maintain cameras, data collection equipment, tools, and related test hardware
• Ability to maintain assigned vehicles and equipment in a clean, safe, and operational condition
• Flexibility to adjust work schedules when field conditions, customer availability, or data collection requirements dictate

Preferred Skills

• Experience with construction, agricultural, automotive, or off-highway equipment
• Experience operating or working around Skid Steers, Compact Track Loaders, or similar construction equipment
• Experience with field testing, product development, prototype systems, or customer evaluation programs
• Familiarity with cameras, sensors, computer vision, machine learning data collection, or obstacle detection technologies
• Experience collecting, organizing, or managing image and test data
• Experience troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, or technology systems in field environments
• Experience working independently in a field service, testing, data collection, equipment support, or similar role

Details

• Job Duration: Full-Time
• Job Location: Based out of Urbandale, Iowa (Nationwide Travel)
• Compensation: Salary range: starting at $70,000/ yearly. All approved travel expenses paid by Sage Ag Inc.
• Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, 401k with company match

Contact

Kassi Dunlap | [phone] | [e-mail]