Who Are We?? At Ditch Witch in Perry, Oklahoma we pride ourselves on being the leading manufacturer in the underground pipe and cable market. Our plant in Perry stands out because it's a place for people to learn and thrive. We enjoy coming to work because our plant is our community, we see our teammates not only as co-workers but as neighbors and family members. All of our locations build the intricate network of machinery that contributes to The Toro Company. We contribute to building communities, cities, and the world. We invite you to apply and join a team of highly skilled, and highly passionate people.
The test engineer develops and conducts test programs for components and products. This employee also leads the development of test equipment and data acquisition systems for lab and field use. Assignments are broad in nature and usually include small as well as larger projects. He or she coordinates activities of test technicians assigned to projects, recommends changes in methods, design, or equipment, and performs other duties as assigned.
What Will You Do? In order to grow and build a successful career with The Toro Company, you will be responsible for:?
Provide test support for product development design groups.
Design and conduct test programs to verify the specifications and validate the reliability of components and products.
Design, develop and/or specify test methods, fixtures and equipment.
Prepare, approve and maintain test procedures, forms and other data records.
Prepare test reports to communicate results, conclusions and recommendations.
Provide technical direction for personnel assigned to projects.
Meet or exceed typical expectations for creativity, production, work quality, and safety.
Provide test support for product development design groups.
Design and conduct test programs to verify the specifications and validate the reliability of components and products.
Design, develop and/or specify test methods, fixtures and equipment.
Office environment part of the time, Plant environment part of the time. The shop environment includes: variable temperature and humidity, noise, and dirt; Physical hazards such as powered vehicle, bicycle, and pedestrian traffic, sharp objects, moving machinery, arc-welding and other electrical equipment, and high-voltage power supplies. Hazardous materials such as fuels, oils, grease, paint, solvents, coolant, pressurized gases, various acids and caustics, cleaners, and metals.
Occasional outdoor work in all kinds of weather. The outdoor environment includes: noise and dirt; Physical hazards such as powered vehicle, sharp objects, moving machinery, arc-welding, open trenches, and buried electrical and gas utilities; Hazardous materials such as fuels, oils, grease, paint, solvents, coolant, pressurized gases, various acids, cleaners, and metals.
A variable work schedule, with hours that vary according to the needs of the job. During emergencies or critical deadlines, this employee must work until the job is finished.
Rapidly changing workloads and priorities, multiple requests from numerous managers, and conflicting deadlines.
Prepare, approve and maintain test procedures, forms and other data records. Prepare test reports to communicate results, conclusions and recommendations.
Provide technical direction for personnel assigned to projects.
Meet or exceed typical expectations for creativity, production, work quality, and safety.
What Do You Need? To be considered for this role, an individual should meet the following minimal requirements:?
Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering, Agricultural Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology or closely related engineering field.
Level 1, minimum of 0-2 years experience, Level II, minimum of 2 years of experience in similar field; Level III, minimum of 4 years experience in similar field; Level IV, minimum of 7 years experience in similar field; Level V, minimum of 10 years experience in similar field.
Background with significant mechanical and electromechanical experience.
Working knowledge of test specifications for components and systems.
Physical ability to travel to customer job sites and local test fields and inspect equipment in construction site situations, including rough terrain and inclement weather conditions.
Effective communication skills and ability to work well with others.
A good work record of self-motivation, judgment, and productivity.
NO VISA SPONSORSHIP NOW OR IN THE FUTURE. What Can We Give You?? ? At Ditch Witch, we are always working to make sure our employees know just how valued they are. In addition to a competitive salary, an affordable and top tier medical/dental/vision plan, 401k, and many other great benefits – Ditch Witch offers employees at our Perry, OK location a variety of perks, including:?
Dress for your day - We know you're more productive when you're comfortable, which is why employees are encouraged to take advantage of our casual, office-plant blended environment.
Wellness - In addition to physical wellbeing, TTC offers a variety of mental health, financial health, and other types of resources to every full-time employee.
Growth Opportunities – TTC prides itself on giving our employees the chance to grow their careers. Tuition reimbursement, opportunities to move into new areas of interest, and promotion opportunities are a few examples.
Competitive Salary – The pay range takes into account skills, experience, education, and location. It is not common to be hired at or near the top of the range; compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. Cash compensation is one piece of our competitive total rewards package. If you need to, you can access your pay early with the app, formerly the Even app.
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We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit based factors. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
