Field Test Coordinator

Position Overview

We are seeking a Field Test Coordinator to lead and support critical field validation activities for advanced engine and vehicle integration programs. This highly visible role serves as the primary liaison between engineering teams, product stakeholders, field operations, and external partners to ensure successful execution of ongoing field test initiatives.

The ideal candidate is a self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced environment, effectively manages multiple stakeholders, and possesses a strong technical understanding of engine systems, vehicle integration, and equipment repower activities. This position requires a balance of technical expertise, project coordination, and leadership to drive results across geographically dispersed teams.

This is an onsite position with standard business hours of approximately 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Occasional after-hours collaboration is required to support international stakeholders and global project teams.

Key Responsibilities

Field Test Execution & Coordination

• Coordinate and monitor field validation activities to ensure testing objectives, schedules, and deliverables are achieved.
• Serve as the primary point of contact between engineering, product teams, field personnel, suppliers, and external partners.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, status reports, risk assessments, and action item trackers.
• Ensure alignment across cross-functional teams by facilitating regular project reviews and stakeholder communications.
• Escalate risks, roadblocks, and technical issues while driving timely resolution.

Equipment Repower Activities

• Lead the planning, coordination, and execution of equipment repower projects at designated field locations.
• Support engine installation, validation, troubleshooting, and performance verification activities.
• Coordinate resources, logistics, and technical support required for successful repower events.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to identify, document, and resolve field issues.
• Ensure all field activities are executed safely, efficiently, and according to established project timelines.

Stakeholder & Project Management

• Manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously while maintaining schedule adherence and stakeholder alignment.
• Drive accountability among internal and external teams to ensure commitments and milestones are met.
• Provide clear, concise, and consistent communication to project teams and leadership.
• Maintain detailed project documentation and status reporting throughout the project lifecycle.
• Anticipate potential challenges and proactively develop mitigation plans.

Required Qualifications

• Experience coordinating field testing, product validation, vehicle integration, or similar engineering-related projects.
• Proven project management and project coordination experience.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple stakeholders with competing priorities.
• Strong technical understanding of engine systems and how they integrate within equipment or vehicle platforms.
• Hands-on experience supporting or coordinating equipment repower activities.
• Understanding of OEM vehicle and equipment applications and how engine systems interact with surrounding vehicle systems.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and drive projects to completion.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and project tracking tools.
• Ability and willingness to travel domestically and within Canada as required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting off-highway, commercial vehicle, industrial equipment, or heavy-duty engine applications.
• Background working with global engineering or product development teams.
• Experience coordinating field validation, prototype evaluation, or product development programs.
• Familiarity with issue tracking, risk management, and corrective action processes.
• Formal project management training or certification.

What Will Make You Successful

• Ability to effectively coordinate complex engine repower projects from planning through execution.
• Strong understanding of engine operation, vehicle integration, and real-world equipment applications.
• Exceptional stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Ability to influence cross-functional teams without direct authority.
• Proactive mindset with the ability to anticipate challenges and drive solutions.
• Comfortable operating in fast-paced environments with evolving priorities.
• Strong sense of ownership, accountability, and urgency.

Travel Requirements

This role requires periodic travel to field test and equipment installation locations throughout North America, including Canada. Specific travel details will be discussed during the interview process.

Why Join This Opportunity?

This role offers the opportunity to work at the intersection of engineering, field operations, and product validation on highly visible programs. You'll play a key role in bringing new technologies into real-world applications while collaborating with engineering teams, customers, and stakeholders across North America and internationally. The position provides a unique combination of technical problem-solving, project leadership, and hands-on field support that directly impacts product success.

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