Hardware Testing Engineer Intern

Join our Geospatial team this summer to work on industry leading rugged handheld computers! You will get hands-on experience rigorously testing Trimble Rugged Handheld computers (Android & Windows) and sensors helping to ensure our technology provides high-quality, durable performance for the GIS, Surveying & Construction industry globally. 

About Us

Trimble is a global technology company that connects the physical and digital worlds, transforming the ways work gets done. With relentless innovation in precise positioning, modeling and data analytics, Trimble enables essential industries including construction, geospatial and transportation. Whether it's helping customers build and maintain infrastructure, design and construct buildings, optimise global supply chains or map the world, Trimble is at the forefront, driving productivity and progress.

What Makes This Role Great:

This position offers a unique end-to-end perspective on product quality, allowing you to transition from lab-based stress testing to real-world field validation. You will play a critical role in the quality assurance of our rugged handheld computers and radios working with associated sensors  (GNSS receivers, total stations, and scanners), directly ensuring reliable operation for a global customer base in the GIS, Surveying, and Construction industries.

Key Exciting Responsibilities:

• Perform rigorous hands-on hardware testing of Trimble Rugged Handheld computers (Android & Windows) to verify durability and functionality under field conditions.

• Execute system-level testing for external sensors, including radios, GNSS receivers, total stations, and scanners, ensuring seamless data capture.

• Design and execute test plans to evaluate device performance and reliability across various operational environments. 

• Collaborate with Product Managers and Engineers to provide feedback on new features and verify hardware and software fixes.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Currently working towards a tertiary qualification in Geography, Surveying, Civil/Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, or a related field. 

• Effective verbal and written communication skills with a strong ability to work within a highly collaborative team. 

• High attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving in a changing technical environment. 

• A willingness to work outdoors for field-based testing and data collection activities.

• Must be legally authorised to work in New Zealand.

Bonus Points For

• Experience using Surveying/Construction/GIS field software and hardware.

• Experience working with Android or Windows operating systems. 

• Knowledge of RF (Radio Frequency) communication or GNSS (Global Navigation Satellite System) technologies.

Internship Benefits:

• 12-week paid internship.

• Assigned Buddy/Mentor.

• Test Site Visit to experience our construction technology.

• Two week break over the Christmas/New Year's period.

• Be part of a professional team.

• Enjoy social chat and events with other interns.

• Receive Trimble branded merchandise.

• Free membership to the Trimble Social Club.

• Join a cohort of over 20 interns.

Logistics:

Location: Christchurch, NZ, In Office/Field

Travel Requirement: 0%

Based at Trimble’s NZ headquarters in Christchurch, New Zealand (handily located on the Little River Link Cycleway). Our office is home to over 400 Trimble employees, where you can enjoy free parking, securely covered bike sheds, an onsite gym, showers, and an active social club. 

Why You'll Love Working With Us

At Trimble, we're not just a company that "does good"—we are a team dedicated to making a tangible, positive Real-World Impact. We build innovative solutions designed to solve the world's most critical challenges. From construction sites to transportation hubs, our work tangibly improves how people live, build, move, and grow. You'll work on projects that truly matter: Our purpose-driven culture means you'll be helping to build and deliver solutions that make work faster, safer, and more sustainable for millions of people worldwide. Our impact is tangible, from connected machines that save fuel to data-driven insights that reduce waste. Collaborate with like-minded people: Our strong internal culture is a "hidden gem". You will work with a collaborative, supportive team that shares your purpose and fosters a genuine sense of belonging. We're a company of "visionary pragmatists" who think boldly and build things that work. Be an owner: Trimble thrives on individuals who take initiative and embrace ownership. You'll find an entrepreneurial spirit where success is often "self-authored," empowering proactive "doers".

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How to Apply: Please submit an online application for this position by clicking on the ‘Apply Now’ button located in this posting.

Join a Values-Driven Team: Belong, Grow, Innovate. 

At Trimble, our core values of Belong, Grow, and Innovate aren't just words—they're 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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