Role – Field Tester

Location: Dallas–Fort Worth, Texas (Hybrid – 3 days onsite: Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday)
Duration: 12 Months

Job Overview:

We are looking for an experienced Field Tester to support the operation, testing, calibration, and deployment of semi-autonomous and autonomous robotic systems. The candidate will be responsible for operating heavy equipment, conducting field evaluations, troubleshooting technical issues, and ensuring equipment meets safety, performance, and customer requirements.

This role requires a combination of heavy equipment expertise, operational leadership, technical problem-solving, and the ability to train employees and customers on robotic technologies and control systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operate heavy equipment manually, remotely, semi-autonomously, and autonomously to evaluate system performance, functionality, and reliability.
• Conduct field testing, equipment inspections, calibration, and acceptance testing under real-world operating conditions.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA guidelines, industry safety standards, and site-specific safety procedures.
• Collaborate with engineering, software, and operations teams to understand requirements, develop test plans, and validate system functionality.
• Document daily inspections, testing activities, maintenance records, issues, and test results through clear reports.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance, minor repairs, and troubleshooting of mechanical and technical equipment issues.
• Configure test environments and tracks to simulate real-world scenarios and validate equipment readiness.
• Provide field feedback to engineering teams to improve robotic systems, controls, and overall performance.
• Assist in developing training materials and deliver hands-on equipment and software training to employees and customers.
• Support on-site system installation, configuration, calibration, deployment, and customer acceptance activities.

Mandatory Qualifications:

• 5–7 years of experience operating and managing heavy equipment across multiple industries.
• Previous experience as an Operations Manager, Field Operations Lead, or in a similar leadership role.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Robotics, Agriculture, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience).
• OSHA 30 certification is mandatory.
• Strong knowledge of heavy equipment operations, safety procedures, and preventive maintenance.
• Experience with equipment troubleshooting, field testing, and operational problem-solving.
• Strong leadership, communication, documentation, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Ability to train teams and customers on equipment operations and safety practices.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to work in indoor and outdoor environments for 6–10 hours daily.
• Frequently enter and exit heavy equipment (approximately 10 times per day).
• Ability to bend, crouch, stoop, reach, and perform equipment installation and inspection activities.
• Comfortable working in varying weather conditions, uneven terrain, and environments with dust, allergens, and temperature fluctuations.
• Ability to use laptops and mobile devices for reporting and documentation throughout the shift.
• Strong awareness of environmental hazards and ability to respond appropriately to ensure workplace safety.