Equipment Test Expert
Construction, Engineering & Trades · Skilled Trades · Heavy Equipment Operation · Mechanical Engineering
In short
Sandvik Mining is seeking an Equipment Test Expert in Alachua, Florida, to lead and coordinate testing efforts for rotary drilling systems. This hands-on role involves Factory and Site Acceptance Testing, ensuring equipment meets stringent requirements and contributing to product development through data analysis and collaboration.
Responsibilities
- Lead Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) activities.
- Plan, execute, and document comprehensive test programs.
- Apply knowledge of rotary drilling applications to ensure testing reflects real-world operating conditions.
- Provide guidance on validation methods for mechanical, hydraulics, electrical, control, and safety systems.
- Establish and maintain standards for test procedures and reporting.
- Ensure accurate, objective, and high-quality documentation.
- Develop data acquisition strategies and measurement approaches.
- Analyze results and translate findings into actionable insights for engineering teams.
- Partner with Engineering, Production, Quality, and Technical Services teams.
- Provide technical mentorship and contribute to building testing capability.
- Ensure test equipment, instrumentation, and systems are calibrated, maintained, and ready.
- Support modifications and upgrades to test systems.
Requirements
- 8–12+ years of experience in heavy equipment, mining equipment, or similar industrial environments.
- Background in equipment operation, maintenance, testing, engineering, or product support.
- Ability to work in the U.S. on a full-time indefinite basis without sponsorship.
- Strong understanding of complex systems (mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, control systems).
- Experience with testing, diagnostics, or system validation.
- Familiarity with tools such as data acquisition and diagnostic systems (e.g., CAN-based tools, Hydac, CAT ET, Cummins Insite).
- Ability to troubleshoot complex systems and develop effective testing strategies.
- Confidence performing calculations to evaluate system performance.
- Strong communication skills and ability to work across cross-functional teams.
- Ability to clearly document and present technical findings.
- Technical degree in Engineering (Mechanical preferred) or equivalent experience.
Benefits
- Part of a global leader in mining and construction technology.
- Work where innovation, safety, and sustainability drive everything.
- Your work directly impacts the performance and reliability of equipment used worldwide.
- Equal-opportunity employer.
- Provide reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities.
#heavy equipment#mining equipment#testing#validation#rotary drilling#FAT#SAT
Company
Sandvik
Job Posted
2 weeks ago
Employment Type
Full Time
WorkMode
On Site
Experience Level
Senior
Locations
Alachua, United States of America
Qualification
Bachelor
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