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Your Title: Applications Specialist
Job Location: Christchurch NZ
Our Department: Caterpillar Trimble Control Technologies (CTCT)
Fixed-Term: 12 months
Does helping test systems that will transform the earthmoving industry using cutting-edge technologies excite you
What You Will Do
In this 12-month fixed-term role as an Applications Specialist with CTCT (Trimbles joint venture with Caterpillar) you will be involved in the specification design documentation and execution of testing of our machine control software and hardware. You will work closely with software and system engineers to ensure we continue to provide high-quality products to the earth-moving industry.
You will be an essential member of a multidisciplinary delivery team where high value is placed on field testing and knowledge of how machines are used in the earthmoving industry.
You will utilise relevant industry experience to provide a voice of customer while working closely with software and system engineers to ensure CTCT continues to provide high-quality products to the earthmoving industry.
This will involve:
Component and system testing of products during development
Interpretation of high-level marketing requirements or technical documents into detailed user-centric specifications suitable for development purposes
Report defects and work with the development team to resolve them
Day-to-day liaison with development staff
Assisting with auto-test creation
Ensure that products meet quality standards
Input and assistance on released product issues
Continuous improvement of testing processes.
What youll bring
You will naturally be a team player with strong work prioritisation skills and a collaborative communication and working style plus have excellent problem-solving and time-management skills. You will also need to bring:
A relevant qualification or equivalent experience in Civil Engineering Surveying Engineering Software Testing etc.
An understanding of the software development process with a desire to learn
Effective and proactive communication (verbal and written) of technical issues
A flexible approach to working in a changing environment
Analytical approach and attention to detail
Experience in the civil engineering surveying or tech industries is an advantage.
Please note: Only applicants who are legally entitled to work in New Zealand will be considered.
About Your Location
Based at Trimbles NZ headquarters in Christchurch New Zealand (handily located on the Little River Link Cycleway) enjoy free parking securely covered bike sheds an onsite gym showers an active social club and a great team environment where people love working with leading technology solutions.
At Trimble youll find the inspiration and opportunity to be yourself and thrive. The global community of Team Trimble including more than 400 people in New Zealand is passionate about bringing new ideas and innovations to life and building a better more sustainable future.
About Our CTCT Division
The CTCT division (a joint venture between Trimble and Caterpillar) develops positioning and control products for earthmoving and paving machines in the construction and mining industries using technologies such as GPS optical total stations lasers and sonics. The products are used in a range of applications where the operator of the machine benefits from having accurate horizontal and vertical guidance.
For more information on currently developed products see to Apply: Please submit an online application for this position by clicking on the Apply Now button located in this posting.
Posting Date
09/15/2025
Application Deadline: Applications could be accepted until at least 30 days from the posting date.
Join a Values-Driven Team: Belong Grow Innovate.
At Trimble our core values of Belong Grow and Innovate arent just wordstheyre the foundation of our culture. We foster an environment where you are seen heard and valued (Belong); where you have an opportunity to build a career and drive our collective growth (Grow); and where your innovative ideas shape the future (Innovate). We believe in empowering local teams to create impactful strategies ensuring our global vision resonates with every individual. Become part of a team where your contributions truly matter.
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Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
