Applications Specialist

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 (Trimble’s 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 you'll 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 Trimble’s 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, you'll 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 construction.trimble.com/earthworks

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

Posting Date

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 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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