Component Verification Test Engineer

About the role

Trimble is a global technology company that connects the physical and digital worlds, transforming the ways work gets done. With relentless innovation in precise positioning, modeling and data analytics, Trimble enables essential industries including construction, geospatial and transportation. Whether it's helping customers build and maintain infrastructure, design and construct buildings, optimize global supply chains or map the world, Trimble is at the forefront, driving productivity and progress. About Caterpillar Trimble Control Technologies (CTCT) The CTCT division (a joint venture between Trimble and Caterpillar) develops positioning, control, and automation products for earthmoving and paving machines in the construction and mining industries, using technologies such as GNSS, optical total stations, lasers, and sonics. The products are used in a range of applications where the operator of the machine benefits from having accurate horizontal and vertical guidance. For more information on currently developed products, see http://construction.trimble.com/earthworks . Field Systems: The Trimble Field Systems segment provides solutions to increase precision and productivity in construction tasks by empowering stakeholders to collect accurate information and manage conditions with cutting-edge technology. What Makes This Role Great: In this role, you will be the guardian of product reliability, owning the end-to-end laboratory validation lifecycle for mission-critical hardware. You will make a significant contribution by transforming complex test plans into actionable data, directly influencing the durability and performance of products that power the world's infrastructure. Key Exciting Responsibilities: Spearhead laboratory validation activities by executing specialized vibration and environmental stress tests per industry standards. Own the configuration of complex test setups, building custom harnesses, load boxes, and high-tech lab infrastructure. Champion data integrity by ensuring all test outcomes are accurately documented to support critical problem-solving and engineering conclusions. Drive workflow discipline within Jira, maintaining real-time visibility into the status of essential hardware validation cycles. Collaborate cross-functionally with validation leads to align lab throughput with equipment availability and product milestones. Essential Skills & Experience Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Computer, or Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent experience). 3+ years of experience in a product validation or test laboratory environment. Proven expertise in hands-on diagnosis and repair of electro-mechanical systems using DMMs, power supplies, and oscilloscopes. Demonstrated ability to execute complex DVP&Rs with high attention to detail and documentation accuracy. Bonus Points For: Experience with environmental chambers or data acquisition systems like Dewesoft or SOMAT. Familiarity with industry standards such as MIL-STD-810, SAE J1939, or IEC 60529. Familiarity with electronics assembly best practices (e.g., IPC-A-610) including soldering and rework skills. Background in testing RF, GNSS, or sensing technologies and using Jira for Agile task tracking. Logistics: Location: Dayton, OH Travel Requirement: 10% Why You'll Love Working With Us At Trimble, we're not just a company that "does good"-we are a team dedicated to making a tangible, positive Real-World Impact. We build innovative solutions designed to solve the world's most critical challenges. From construction sites to transportation hubs, our work tangibly improves how people live, build, move, and grow. You'll work on projects that truly matter: Our purpose-driven culture means you'll be helping to build and deliver solutions that make work faster, safer, and more sustainable for millions of people worldwide. Our impact is tangible, from connected machines that save fuel to data-driven insights that reduce waste. Collaborate with like-minded people: Our strong internal culture is a "hidden gem." You will work with a collaborative, supportive team that shares your purpose and fosters a genuine sense of belonging. We're a company of "visionary pragmatists" who think boldly and build things that work. Be an owner: Trimble thrives on individuals who take initiative and embrace ownership. You'll find an entrepreneurial spirit where success is often