Agricultural Machinery Test Technician COOP 2026 Season

Your role on our team:

This COOP opportunity will run from May 2026 through December 2026. Competitive pay with overtime potential, advanced learning opportunities, housing is 100% paid by the company, paid per diems during travel outside of Omaha, opportunities to earn additional university credit hours for internship. 

The Test Technician Intern conducts tests and validation (functional test and durability test) of CLAAS products in North America and internationally.

• Responsible for conducting assigned field and lab test activities.

• Fabricates test parts and/or entire harvest machines in workshop.

• Performs instrumented tests in lab and in the field.

• Presents test results to Engineering group using both written and verbal communication.

• Adheres to established company values, practices, policies and procedures at all times. Follows and supports compliance with all applicable safety rules, laws, regulations and standards.

• Demonstrates regular and punctual attendance at the assigned work location.

Note: This position includes 80-100% travel; valid driver’s license and passport are required as well as the ability to obtain an interstate CDL.

Your profile:

• Working towards a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Agricultural Engineering, Mechanized Systems Management, Ag Systems Technology, or equivalent.

• Entry level position

• Familiar with agricultural equipment and harvesting practices, farming background preferred.

• Excellent time management and project management skills.

• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.

• Vehicle field and lab testing experience desirable; must have operational knowledge of prototype shop machine tools including welding.

• Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Excellent problem analysis and problem solving skills.

• Ability to obtain and maintain CDL.

• Must be able to meet deadlines and handle a high volume workload in a fast-paced environment with strong attention to detail.