Mechanical Validation Lab Lead — Engineering & Validation

Agco; United States; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care and wellness plans

Flexible and virtual work options

Job summary

AGCO is seeking a Lead in Engineering, Mechanical Validation Lab, to drive testing programs across fatigue, NVH, hydraulic systems and structural validation. You will mentor staff, lead cross‑functional teams, and elevate lab capabilities to deliver robust, reliable products.

You will oversee daily test operations, introduce new measurement technologies, ensure QA and safety compliance, and collaborate with design, CAE and product development to accelerate validation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent; 15 years engineering experience.
• Experience with Fatigue, NVH, hydraulic testing, rig testing with data acquisition.
• Proficiency in advance Office and project management tools.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily test operations and guide team to complete work safely and on schedule.
• Assign tasks, monitor performance and provide technical direction.
• Coordinate with management and cross-functional teams to resolve issues.
• Coach and develop employees; promote disciplined, collaborative environment.
• Provide hydraulic systems validation and fatigue expertise to meet schedules and budgets.

Skills

Team leadership

Project management

Communication

Mentoring

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Masters in Engineering preferred

Tools

Data acquisition tools

MS Office

Project management tools

Job description

AGCO is seeking a Lead in Engineering, Mechanical Validation Lab, to drive testing programs across fatigue, NVH, hydraulic systems and structural validation. You will mentor staff, lead cross‑functional teams, and elevate lab capabilities to deliver robust, reliable products.

You will oversee daily test operations, introduce new measurement technologies, ensure QA and safety compliance, and collaborate with design, CAE and product development to accelerate validation.