Field Technical Manager

AGCO

58d•Remote

About The Position

The role of this individual carries an understanding of agricultural equipment; is intimately familiar with how the equipment is operated; and has a strong appreciation of the customer’s needs and expectations. The Field Technical Manager will be the eyes and ears in the field whose primary function is to identify, investigate and report on product quality and emerging product reliability issues. This will include being the in-field technical representative focused on assisting dealers with product issue resolution. This position will have frequent and significant interaction with dealer service managers and technicians. The objective is to positively impact on product reliability, customer satisfaction, quality, market share and, ultimately, profitability.

Requirements

Degree/Certification in Vocational Ag, Trade, Technology, Agricultural Sciences, Engineering, or equivalent discipline.
3 - 5 years of experience diagnosing and repairing automotive, ag equipment, heavy construction equipment or related experience.
Excellent technical skills including problem solving & troubleshooting.
Thoroughly familiar with applied hydraulics, engines, drivetrains, electrical systems, electronics, and air conditioning systems.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Experience with heavy equipment (farm or industrial), dealership dynamics, and direct customer interaction.
The employee must be capable of operation of assigned area with minimal supervision with clean driving record.
Reliable and able to work independently.
Must be willing to travel and be away from home.

Nice To Haves

Additional certifications like ASE, ASAE, etc. are desired and found to be appealing.

Responsibilities

Makes frequent visits—often on short notice—to dealers within the assigned area, serving as the 'eyes and ears' of the Technical Services & Support team when needed.
Travels onsite to investigate or assist with technical issues, providing expert advice and guidance to both team members and dealers.
Assists, coaches, and guides dealers in technical problem investigation and solution implementation.
Identifies emerging issues and conducts investigations to understand product reliability concerns.
Performs first-level inspection, analysis, and reporting of failed parts.
Reports on product reliability concerns, incorporating dealer and customer input, observations, recommendations, and supporting data such as readings, photos, and video.
Collaborates closely with the area Field Team and Technical Support.
Provides Custom Harvester Combine Support during the grain harvest season.