Test Engineer

PTx

PTx empowers farmers with reliable, user-friendly precision agriculture technology that enhances productivity, profitability, and sustainability throughout the agricultural production cycle.

About the Role

The goal of Autonomous and Precision Agriculture is to produce more crops with less effort, less impact on the environment and to address issues with labor shortages and sustainable growth.

Are you interested in working with a world leader in autonomous and precision agricultural machinery to redefine the future of the agricultural industry?

We are seeking a motivated individual for a unique opportunity to work in the verification and validation of autonomous and highly automated machines for agricultural applications. The candidate who fills this role will be responsible for ensuring that PTx systems are safe, reliable and perform as intended.

We are looking for an individual with strong technical skills and with a practical, hands-on approach to solving complex engineering problems.

Your Impact

• Develop test plans for bringing autonomous agricultural machinery to the South American market, including writing, reviewing, and carrying out test procedures.
• Conduct verification of control systems for agricultural mobile machines, including embedded and ROS-based systems, through both in-office simulation environments and in-field work.
• Perform validation of autonomy applications for agriculture, ensuring that products fit customer needs and function as intended in their intended environment.
• Log and communicate system issues that arise during testing, and serve as the go-between for farming operations testing equipment and the development team.
• Support the commissioning of new machines and test systems, including working with product support.

Your Experience and Qualifications

• A degree in Agricultural, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering; candidates with differing educational backgrounds but relevant experience may also be considered.
• 2+ years of experience in a verification and validation role, preferably in agricultural or automotive applications, with the ability to develop, organize, and execute test plans.
• Ability to analyze test data, produce detailed test reports, learn quickly, independently research and troubleshoot systems while testing, and work to relatively high-level objectives.
• Experience with sensors, actuators, hydraulics, and low-voltage electrical systems, along with strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Must hold a valid driver’s license and be able to travel up to 50% for in-field testing.
• Professional working proficiency in English and Portuguese is strongly preferred.
• The following would be considered an asset: Industry knowledge and experience with agricultural machinery including driving tractors; knowledge of industry best practices, standards, and emerging technologies in the field of verification and validation of autonomous systems; knowledge of relevant industry safety standards: ISO 25119, ISO 18497, ISO 26262, IEC61508; experience working with Agile software development methodologies; familiarity with Linux and command-line interfaces; knowledge and experience with CAN logging and diagnostic tools; and experience developing, building, and/or verifying wiring harnesses

Your Benefits

• Medical and dental assistance;
• Private pension;
• Meal and food vouchers;
• Life insurance;
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Your Workplace

Jundiai, SP

Join us as we bring agriculture into the future and apply now!