We're seeking enthusiastic placement students or recent graduates to join our Field Testing team at our Basildon head office and plant for a 12-month opportunity starting in July-August 2025. This role offers a unique hands-on experience working within our European field test engineers team to assist with the testing and development of prototype tractor fleets. As part of the role, you will:
* Assist test engineers with routine engineering tests in the field using equipment like dynamometers, instrumentation, and data acquisition systems
* Prepare prototype tractors and testing equipment for shipping to field sites
* Diagnose and repair mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical components on agricultural machinery
* Assemble and install updated parts on prototype vehicles
* Maintain vehicle databases, including records of hours, problems, and builds
* Report concerns found in the field and help facilitate problem resolution
* Liaise with design, test engineering groups, product management, after-sales teams, and CNH dealerships
* Operate agricultural vehicles and test equipment as needed
* Travel to customer farms, test sites, and dealership locations for testing purposes
Strong practical knowledge of tractors and agricultural equipment
* Competent operator of agricultural machinery
* Experience with tractor electrical and electronic systems, including fault finding and setup
* Knowledge of hydraulic and mechanical systems
* Good oral and written communication skills
* High standard of computer literacy
* Full UK driving license and flexibility for travel and working hours
This role provides a fantastic opportunity to be directly involved in the development of next-generation agricultural vehicles, working alongside experts in the field. If you're passionate about agricultural technology and eager to gain real-world experience, we'd love to have you on board!