Field & Lab Test Technician — Prototyping, Validation, Travel

Great Plains Manufacturing, Inc.; Salina (KS); On-site; USD 26,174 - 38,572; Full time

Job summary

A leading agricultural equipment manufacturer is seeking a Test & Validation Technician for their facility in Salina, KS. This role involves leading the testing of tractor attachments and construction equipment, executing validation procedures, and collaborating closely with engineering teams. Candidates should have mechanical proficiency, strong communication skills, and experience with data acquisition systems. This position offers a starting pay rate of $19.00 - $28.00 per hour and involves occasional travel.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license; ability to obtain DOT medical certification if required.
• Experience supporting product development cycles in R&D or validation environment.
• Strong troubleshooting skills to diagnose performance and durability issues.

Responsibilities

• Lead assembly, setup, and functional testing of attachments and implements.
• Execute hands-on validation testing for prototypes and pre-production.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to identify design issues.
• Analyze test data and generate actionable test reports.
• Maintain documentation of test configurations and results.

Skills

Mechanical systems proficiency

Strong communication skills

Ability to read engineering drawings

Experience with hand and power tools

Data analysis and reporting

Tools

Data acquisition systems

Microsoft Office

Diagnostic equipment

Job description

A leading agricultural equipment manufacturer is seeking a Test & Validation Technician for their facility in Salina, KS. This role involves leading the testing of tractor attachments and construction equipment, executing validation procedures, and collaborating closely with engineering teams. Candidates should have mechanical proficiency, strong communication skills, and experience with data acquisition systems. This position offers a starting pay rate of $19.00 - $28.00 per hour and involves occasional travel.