Who Are We?  

At HammerHead in Lake Mills, Wisconsin we pride ourselves on being one of the largest contributors to the underground pipe and cable replacement, installation, and maintenance industry. Our plant in Lake Mills stands out because it is a place for people to learn and thrive. We enjoy coming to work because we take pride in creating high quality pieces of equipment, along with a dedicated team-oriented environment created through individual success. All our locations build the intricate network of machinery that contributes to The Toro Company. We contribute to building the communities, cities, and the world. We invite you to apply and join a team of highly skilled, and highly passionate people.

The test technician develops and conducts test programs to verify the performance and reliability of Hammerhead products.  This employee will work collaboratively with the engineering team on the development of data acquisition equipment for lab and field use. Work assignments will be broad in nature, including large and small scope projects taking place internally and out in the field. He or she will coordinate activities of personnel assigned to projects, recommends changes in methods, design, or equipment, and performs other duties as assigned. This position will report to the Sr Manager of RD&E.

What Will You Do?

In order to grow and build a successful career with The Toro Company, you will be responsible for:  

Serve as a core team member of assigned new product development teams. 

Collaborate with design engineers both in house and remote to develop and execute detailed test plans to include lab tests, field tests and standard tests.

Assemble and develop prototype equipment.

Design and develop test fixtures.

Design fixtures for and analyzing/reporting results of experimental analysis.

Assist in the design, selection and application of data acquisition equipment for lab and field tests.

Develop design concepts, involving CIPP, electric, pneumatic, hydraulic and structural systems.

Develop and de-bug electric, pneumatic, hydraulic, and mechanical prototypes

Conduct other tests as requested by design personnel and assigned by supervisor.

Stay abreast of industry and market standards and procedures that affect Hammerhead products.

Make recommendations concerning needs in the areas of facilities, equipment, personnel, and training.

Meet or exceed typical expectations for creativity, production, work quality, and safety.

Interact directly or by phone with customers who are field testing prototypes.

Provide product knowledge to assist in resolving field problems and determine corrective action.

Participate in quality initiatives and training as needed, and support company Quality policy.

What Do You Need?

To be considered for this role, an individual should meet the following minimal requirements:

High School diploma with minimum of three (3) years of experience as a mechanical/electrical technician --OR --  Bachelor degree in a technical related field (ex. Automotive, Manufacturing, Design, Agriculture.) and minimum two (2) years’ experience in related role --OR-- Minimum of seven (7) years of experience in lieu of education in a mechanical/electrical role.

Experience with data acquisition devices required, e.g. LabVIEW, SoMat, etc.

Proficiency in MS Office Applications is required.

CIPP, electric, hydraulic and or pneumatic experience a plus.

Understanding of 12V, 24V, and 110V electrical systems.

Basic machining and welding aptitude a plus.

Training or certification in CIPP, electronics, hydraulics, as a mechanic or other field technician a plus

Have good communication skills, both verbal and written to correspond with internal and external customers clearly

Other Job-Related Components:

A valid divers license and the ability to travel to test fields and inspect machinery, etc. in construction site situations. Inspections may be necessary in inclement weather conditions.

Office environment part of the time.

Plant environment part of the time.  The shop environment includes variable temperature and humidity, noise, and dirt; Physicalhazards such as powered vehicles, sharp objects, moving machinery, arc-welding and other electrical equipment, and high-voltage power supplies; Hazardousmaterials such as fuels, oils, grease, paint, solvents, coolant, pressurized gases, various acids and caustics, cleaners, and metals.

Occasional outdoor work in all kinds of weather. 

What Can We Give You?   

At HammerHead, we are always working to make sure our employees know just how valued they are. In addition to a competitive salary, an affordable and top tier medical/dental/vision plan, 401k, and many other great benefits – HammerHead offers employees at our Lake Mills, WI location a variety of perks, including:  

Dress for your day - We know you're more productive when you're comfortable, which is why employees are encouraged to take advantage of our casual, office-plant blended environment. 

Wellness - In addition to physical wellbeing, TTC offers a variety of mental health, financial health, and other types of resources to every full-time employee. 

Volunteerism - The Toro Company is proud to provide employees 20 hours of paid time to volunteer in the community. 

Growth Opportunities – TTC prides itself on giving our employees the chance to grow their careers. Tuition reimbursement, opportunities to move into new areas of interest, and promotion opportunities are a few examples.  

Competitive Salary – The pay range takes into account skills, experience, education, and location. It is not common to be hired at or near the top of the range; compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the hourly pay range is between ​$25.16​ - ​$31.00. Cash compensation is one piece of our competitive total rewards package. If you need to, you can access your pay early with the One@Work app, formerly the Even app.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit based factors. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.  

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