Off Site Validation Test Engineer Intern - Crop Harvesting

CNH Industrial Group; New Holland (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

CNH Industrial is offering an Off Site Validation Test Engineer Intern position in New Holland, PA. You will support validation projects for crop harvesting equipment, performing tests, and gaining hands-on experience with combines and headers while collaborating with senior engineers.

The role emphasizes learning, independent projects, and contributing to product improvements, with potential growth into engineering disciplines within a global agricultural and construction equipment leader.

Qualifications

• Associates, Technical, Bachelor’s, or Post‑graduate degree in Agricultural Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering.
• Candidates may be pursuing these majors or related field.
• Program aimed at off-site validation test engineering internship or co-op.

Responsibilities

• Learning the functional operation of combines and headers and how subsystems interact during crop harvesting.
• Assisting with machine performance evaluations, diagnosing malfunctions, and recommending improvements.
• Operating combines in the field during harvest and on test tracks for controlled vehicle testing.
• Supporting lab tests to understand component and subsystem validation before field trials.
• Creating daily logs, problem reports, and test reports within CNH systems to enhance technical writing and communication skills.
• Traveling to field locations with senior test engineers to support validation activities.
• Assisting in prototype builds, part installation, and test preparations in coordination with product development teams.
• Collaborating in a team-focused environment, gaining exposure to equipment function, validation processes, and customer feedback.

Education

Associates, Technical, Bachelor’s, or Post‑graduate degree in Agricultural Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering

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Job Description Off Site Validation Test Engineer Intern - Crop Harvesting Requisition ID: 5797 Job Location: New Holland - Pennsylvania - United States Category: Research and Development Job Type: Intern or Co Op Working Mode: Fully On-Site

Job Purpose

The North America Crop Harvesting Validation team, based in New Holland, PA, is responsible for validating combines and headers to ensure they meet performance, reliability, and customer expectations. The team evaluates machine performance, diagnoses malfunctions, and recommends design improvements across full vehicles and components.

As an Off Site Validation Test Engineer Intern – Crop Harvesting, you will work alongside experienced test engineers to support validation projects, conduct tests, and gain hands‑on knowledge of harvesting equipment operation and performance. You will also have opportunities to take on independent projects while contributing directly to product improvement initiatives.

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.

Intern Program Overview

We are committed to building a strong talent pipeline by investing in early career professionals. Our internship and co‑op programs provide mentorship, training, hands‑on experience, and growth opportunities that empower students to explore their career paths with confidence. Through competitive wages, networking events, social and volunteer activities, professional development workshops, and housing support, we strive to deliver one of the best internship experiences—designed to develop and inspire the talent of tomorrow. Summer interns work full‑time (40 hours per week) from May through August. Candidates must be currently enrolled college students actively pursuing a degree to participate in the internship program.

Key Responsibilities

Your responsibilities may include:

• Learning the functional operation of combines and headers and how subsystems interact during crop harvesting
• Assisting with machine performance evaluations, diagnosing malfunctions, and recommending improvements
• Operating combines both in the field during harvest and on test tracks for controlled vehicle testing
• Supporting lab tests to understand component and subsystem validation before field trials
• Creating daily logs, problem reports, and test reports within CNH systems to enhance technical writing and communication skills
• Traveling to field locations with senior test engineers to support validation activities
• Assisting in prototype builds, part installation, and test preparations in coordination with product development teams
• Collaborating in a team‑focused environment, gaining exposure to equipment function, validation processes, and customer feedback

Preferred Qualifications

Candidates may be pursuing an Associates, Technical, Bachelor’s, or Post‑graduate degree in the following majors or a related field: Agricultural Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering

What We Offer

We offer dynamic career opportunities across an international landscape. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to delivering value for all our employees and fostering a culture of respect.

At CNH, we understand that the best solutions come from the diverse experiences and skills of our people. Here, you will be empowered to grow your career, to follow your passion, and help build a better future.

US applicants: CNH Industrial is an equal opportunity employer. This company considers candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Applicants can learn more about their rights by viewing the federal "Know Your Rights" poster here. CNH Industrial participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. You can view additional information here.

Canada applicants: CNH Industrial is an equal opportunity employer. This company considers candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, nationality, place of origin, disability, marital status, family status, age, or any other ground prohibited by applicable provincial human rights legislation.

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