Agricultural Machinery Test Technician COOP 2027 Season

CLAAS•Richland VII Precinct, NE

68d

About The Position

CLAAS Omaha is part of a family-owned company that has people throughout North America. We are state of the art assembly site for North America’s LEXION combines and home to a team spearheading the leading technology in today’s agricultural market. Do you have what it takes to work with today’s most advanced agricultural machinery? If you are ready to make the move for a brighter future, apply and become part of our success story! Your role on our team:This COOP opportunity will run from May 2027 through December 2027. Competitive pay with overtime potential, advanced learning opportunities, housing is 100% paid by the company, paid per diems during travel outside of Omaha, opportunities to earn additional university credit hours for internship. The Test Technician Intern conducts tests and validation (functional test and durability test) of CLAAS products in North America and internationally.

Requirements

Working towards a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Agricultural Engineering, Mechanized Systems Management, Ag Systems Technology, or equivalent.
Entry level position
Familiar with agricultural equipment and harvesting practices, farming background preferred.
Excellent time management and project management skills.
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
Vehicle field and lab testing experience desirable; must have operational knowledge of prototype shop machine tools including welding.
Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent problem analysis and problem solving skills.
Ability to obtain and maintain CDL.
Must be able to meet deadlines and handle a high volume workload in a fast-paced environment with strong attention to detail.
MUST BE ELIGIBLE TO WORK IN THE U.S.
Note: This position includes 80-100% travel; valid driver’s license and passport are required as well as the ability to obtain an interstate CDL.

Nice To Haves

Familiar with agricultural equipment and harvesting practices, farming background preferred.
Vehicle field and lab testing experience desirable; must have operational knowledge of prototype shop machine tools including welding.

Responsibilities

Responsible for conducting assigned field and lab test activities.
Fabricates test parts and/or entire harvest machines in workshop.
Performs instrumented tests in lab and in the field.
Presents test results to Engineering group using both written and verbal communication.
Adheres to established company values, practices, policies and procedures at all times. Follows and supports compliance with all applicable safety rules, laws, regulations and standards.
Demonstrates regular and punctual attendance at the assigned work location.