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Equipment Test Expert

Sandvik


Job Location:

Alachua, FL - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 18 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 15 October 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Make Your Impact at Sandvik

At Sandvik Miningwerepushing the boundaries of engineering excellence in rotary drilling systems.Werelooking for anEquipment Test Expertto play a critical role invalidatingthe performance reliability and safety of our equipment before it reaches customers.

This is ahands-on high-impact rolewhereyoullown testing activities influence product development and ensure our equipment meets the highest standards in the industry.

WhatYoullDo

In this roleyoulllead and coordinate testing efforts across the full development lifecycleserving as a key authority on equipment validation.

Drive Equipment Validation Excellence

  • Lead Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) activities ensuring all systems meet defined product requirements

  • Plan execute and document comprehensive test programs

Bethe Technical Expert in Rotary Drilling Applications

  • Apply your knowledge of rotary drilling applications to ensure testing reflects real-world operating conditions

  • Provide guidance on validation methods across:

  • Mechanical systems

  • Hydraulics and fluid power

  • Electrical and control systems

  • Safety systems

Own Testing Standards & Data Integrity

  • Establish andmaintainstandards for test procedures and reporting

  • Ensureaccurate objective and high-quality documentation

Analyze Data & Drive Improvement

  • Develop data acquisition strategies and measurement approaches

  • Analyze results and translate findings into actionable insights for engineering teams

Collaborate Across the Business

  • Partner with Engineering Production Quality and Technical Services teams

  • Provide technical mentorship and contribute to building testing capability across the organization

Maintain Testing Systems

  • Ensure test equipment instrumentation and systems are calibratedmaintained and ready

  • Support modifications and upgrades to meet evolving testing needs

What You Bring

Werelooking for a strong technical professional who combines hands-on experience with analytical thinking and a passion for quality.

Experience

  • 812 years of experience in heavy equipment mining equipment or similar industrial environments

  • Background in equipment operation maintenance testing engineering or product support

  • Ability to work in the U.S. on a full-time indefinite basis without sponsorship

Technical Expertise

  • Strong understanding of complex systems (mechanical hydraulic electrical control systems

  • Experience with testing diagnostics or system validation

  • Familiarity with tools such as data acquisition and diagnostic systems (e.g. CAN-based toolsHydac CAT ET Cummins Insite)

Problem Solving & Analysis

  • Ability to troubleshoot complex systems and develop effective testing strategies

  • Confidenceperforming calculations to evaluate system performance

Communication & Collaboration

  • Strong communicationskills and ability to work across cross-functional teams

  • Ability to clearly document and present technical findings

Education

  • Technical degree in Engineering (Mechanical preferred) or equivalent experience

Work Environment & Travel

  • 100% on-site role based in Alachua FL

  • Work across office manufacturing and field environments

  • Ability to work in industrial conditions and wear PPE as

  • International travel up to 20% (including trips of up to 3 weeks)

Why Sandvik

At Sandvikyoullbe part of a global leader in mining and construction technologywhere innovation safety and sustainability drive everything we do.

Here your work directlyimpactsthe performance and reliability of equipment used worldwide.

Sandvik is anequal-opportunityemployer. We provide reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities. Forassistance contact.