Test Engineer - The Toro Company

Who Are We?

The Toro Company is a homegrown, Minnesota-based company that has been in business since 1914. We pride ourselves on providing world class equipment to help maintain the environment that we love, while putting an emphasis on giving back to the communities that surround us. From residential lawns and gardens, to venues such as St. Andrews Links and Target Field, we are a company with a global footprint and a passion for helping people beautify whatever landscape they may be in. With 100 years of operation under our belt and an average employee tenure of 15 years, come find out what makes The Toro Company the best place in the Twin Cities to build a career.

The Test Engineer is responsible for developing test programs, directing tests, and analyzing test results. Communicates results and recommendations to design engineering; electrical engineering and management personnel.

What Will You Do?

In order to grow and build a successful career with The Toro Company, you will be responsible for:

• Aids in the performance evaluation of prototype and production equipment using field tests and lab environments with simulated field conditions.
• Directs and conducts field and laboratory testing of products and/or components.
• Designs and directs construction of test fixtures to simulate use for lab performance and durability testing.
• Organizes test programs, including facilities, manpower, procedures and timing.
• Reviews product designs for potential areas of weakness. Works closely with design engineering to improve product durability.
• Reviews designs for potential latent safety defects.
• Performs concept evaluations and engineering feasibility evaluations.
• Reports test results on a timely basis.
• Works with Quality engineers to develop production validation test programs. Evaluates results and recommends corrective action when required.
• Supports company Quality Policy by working within the documented Quality System. Participates in quality initiatives and training as needed.
• Other duties as requested by supervisor.

What Do You Need?

To be considered for this role, an individual should meet the following minimal requirements:

• Professional Engineering license, or
• B.S. Degree from an ABET accredited Mechanical, Electrical, or Aeronautical Engineering program and one (1) to three (3) years engineering experience, or

• Masters Degree in Mechanical, Aeronautical or Agricultural Engineering from a university with an ABET accredited undergraduate engineering program and zero (0) to two (2) years engineering experience.
• Additional education in Software or Mechatronics Engineering desirable.
• Completion of EIT requirements desirable.
• Preferred experience with off road equipment or automotive test system development using Labview RT, FPGA, TestStand, and VeriStand products or equivalent test systems.
• Experience with hydraulic systems desired.
• Demonstrates the ability to identify and sort out relevant information.
• Demonstrated efficiency in applying Test development skills to problem solving.
• Able to influence peers in setting direction on projects with minimal assistance. Uses professional concepts.
• Able to communicate technical input and opinions.

Engineer I-0-2 years experience

Engineer II-2-4 years experience

Engineer III-5+ years experience

Other Job-Related Components:

• Travel to test sites, vendors, manufacturing facilities, customers and others, as required.
• Works independently on problems of moderate scope.
• Receives technical assistance and guidance on unique or complex problems.
• May give work direction to test technicians or drafters.

MUST BE A UNITED STATES CITIZEN OR A PERMANENT RESIDENT!

What Can We Give You?

At The Toro Company, we are always working to make sure our employees know just how valued they are. In addition to a competitive salary, an affordable and top tier medical/dental/vision plan, 401k, and many other great benefits - The Toro company offers employees at ourBloomington, MN HQlocation a variety of perks, including:

Dress for your day - We know you're more productive when you're comfortable, which is why TTC employees are encouraged to take advantage of our casual, corporate environment.

Location - Conveniently located near both St. Paul and Minneapolis, we are centrally located for most commuters!

Food - Take advantage of our onsite cafe, which serves both breakfast and lunch. With a Caribou Coffee attached, you can grab a snack and a coffee at any time during your day.

Wellness - The Toro Company's HQ offers complimentary use of our onsite fitness facility to employees. In addition to physical wellbeing, TTC offers a variety of mental health and financial health resources to all employees.

Volunteerism - The Toro Company is proud to provide employees 20 hours of paid time to volunteer in the community.

Summer Hours - Enjoy a flexible schedule during the summer! By working a little more during the first few days of the week, TTC employees at our Bloomington HQ are able to start their weekends early and leave by noon on Friday.

Flexible Work Arrangements - This team is currently implementing a hybrid work schedule. The opportunity to collaborate in the office and work from home part-time, has promoted team-building and flexibility.

Competitive Salary - The pay range takes into account skills, experience, education, and location. It is not common to be hired at or near the top of the range; compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. Cash compensation is one piece of our competitive total rewards package. If you need to, you can access your pay early with the One@Work app, formerly the Even app.

At The Toro Company, we are committed to fostering a secure and trustworthy recruitment process for our Applicants. Recruitment fraud is a potential threat to job seekers, so please be aware that throughout our recruitment process, you'll never be required to pay any fees or disclose personal financial details when applying to TTC opportunities.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit based factors. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.