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Validation Engineer

AGCO Corporation Jackson, Minnesota, United States

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Salary: $54,000 - $100,000 / year

Posted Apr 13, 2026
  • Role & seniority

    • Test Engineer (engineering degree or 4+ years equivalent experience)
  • Stack/tools

    • 3D CAD: PTC Creo (preferred)

    • Test/data acquisition & analysis: eDaq, LMS Test.Lab, LMS SCADAS, nCode GlyphWorks (minimum 1 year)

    • Instrumentation: accelerometers, strain gauges, pressure transducers

    • Testing domain: NVH (Noise, Vibration, Harshness) evaluation (preferred)

  • Top 3 responsibilities

    • Run and support testing hands-on in lab and field using test equipment/instrumentation

    • Assess test feasibility and coordinate efforts to meet project requirements

    • Analyze data and report results, archiving technical information and communicating findings

  • Must-have skills

    • B.S. in engineering (Mechanical/Electrical/Agricultural) or 4+ years Test Engineer experience

    • Data acquisition and analysis with the listed tools (minimum 1 year)

    • Ability to operate equipment safely; valid driver’s license; handle/manage frames up to 50 lbs

  • Nice-to-haves

    • 1+ year Creo CAD experience

    • 1+ year NVH testing/analysis experience (Noise/Vibration/Harshness)

    • Familiarity working cross-functionally with design, validation, manufacturing/quality (implied)

  • Location & work type

    • Onsite work in Jackson, USA (Jackson)

Full Description

Not everyone can claim to feed the world, but it is part of our every day. Behind everything we do for our farmers, there is one AGCO team making it happen. We are proud to put our curiosity into work, building a better and more sustainable world. Join our extraordinary team today!

We collaborate extensively across the broader design engineering organization, including simulation, powertrain, hydraulics, electrical, cab, and software teams. Our work is tightly integrated with validation teams to ensure designs meet functional and durability standards. Downstream, we engage with manufacturing, quality, and marketing to ensure smooth product delivery and alignment with customer expectations.

Your Impact

Working hands-on with test equipment, collected and analyzing data in the test lab and out in the field.

Evaluate test feasibility and coordinate work efforts to meet project requirements

Apply in-depth knowledge of computer applications and test processes to accomplish testing requirements

Analyze collected data and write reports to effectively communicate and archive technical information

Work with design engineers, build technicians, suppliers, and the program team to develop a world class product.

Your Experience and Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in engineering is required, preferably in Mechanical, Electrical, or Agricultural Engineering

In lieu of a bachelor's degree, 4+ years of experience as a Test Engineer will be considered.

Holds a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record and can safely operate equipment and machinery, including lifting and handling frames weighing up to 50 lbs.

Preferred: Minimum of 1 year of hands-on experience using 3D CAD software (CREO), along with NVH testing and analysis, including Noise, Vibration, and Harshness evaluation.

Minimum of 1 year of experience working with data acquisition and analysis tools such as eDaq, LMS Test.Lab, LMS SCADAS, and nCode GlyphWorks, and instrumentation including accelerometers, strain gauges, and pressure transducers.

Your Compensation

This position will pay within the range of $54k- $100k, based on experience. This position is eligible for a bonus based on 8% of the compensation.

Your Benefits

Health care and wellness plans

Dental and vision plans

Flexible and virtual work options (where available)

401(k) Savings Plan with company match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan offering eligible employees the ability to purchase AGCO stock at a discounted price

Paid holidays and paid time off

Health savings and flexible spending accounts

Reimbursement for continuing education

Life insurance and other supplemental insurance plans

Your Workplace

You will work with your wonderful AGCO colleagues in the Onsite model from Jackson (USA Jackson).

We value inclusion and recognize the innovation a diverse workforce delivers to our farmers. Through our recruitment efforts, we are committed to building a team that includes a variety of experiences, backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives.

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

Data AnalysisTest Equipment Operation3D CADCREONVH TestingData AcquisitioneDaqLMS Test.LabLMS SCADASnCode GlyphWorksInstrumentationTechnical Reportingmulti-location

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