Software Test Engineer - The Toro Company

Who Are We?

The Toro Company is a homegrown, Minnesota-based company that has been in business since 1914. We pride ourselves on providing world class equipment to help maintain the environment that we love, while putting an emphasis on giving back to the communities that surround us. From residential lawns and gardens, to venues such as St. Andrews Links and Target Field, we are a company with a global footprint and a passion for helping people beautify whatever landscape they may be in. With 100 years of operation under our belt and an average employee tenure of 15 years, come find out what makes The Toro Company the best place in the Twin Cities to build a career.

The Software Test Engineer will be responsible for assisting and/or leading software test program development for assigned product/component groups.  Directs and/or executes test programs and analyzes test results.  Communicates results and makes design recommendations to appropriate internal or external customers to include design; electrical; and test engineering teams and management personnel.

What Will You Do?

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

Responsible for assisting and/or leading software test program development for assigned product/component groups.  Directs and/or executes test programs and analyzes test results.  Communicates results and makes design recommendations to appropriate internal or external customers to include design; electrical; and test engineering teams and management personnel.

Job Duties & Responsibilities: 

1.    Plan and conduct performance evaluation of prototype and production equipment using field tests and lab environments with simulated field conditions.

2.    Plan, direct, and conduct Hardware in Loop (HIL)  and field testing of products and/or components.

3. Design, build or source test systems and procedures to conduct HIL Testing.

4.    Lead the review of product designs for potential areas of weakness. .

5. Utilize FMEA techniques to enhance product reliability and product durability.

6.    Validation and benchmarking of TORO equipment with embedded real time software and electrical controls and systems.

7.    Organize test programs, including facilities, manpower, procedures and timing.

8.    Review product hardware and software specifications for potential issues. Work closely with design engineering to improve product design specifications.

9.    Perform concept evaluations and engineering feasibility evaluations.

10.   Create/architect or evaluate embedded software for products using CAN/serial bus interfaces.

11.   Read & understand module schematics and use for debug & test.

12.   Prepare detailed reports and test procedures documenting the results, methods and equipment used in product evaluation. 

13.   Support Company Quality Policy by working within the documented Quality System.  Participates in quality initiatives and training as needed.

14.   Work with Quality engineers to develop production validation test programs.  Evaluate results and recommend corrective action when required.

15.   Lead the evaluation of control system and electrical subsystem design through FMEA analysis.

16.   Give work direction to engineers, test technicians or drafters.

17.   Other duties assigned by supervisor.

Other Job-Related Components: (e.g., Physical demands, working conditions, travel) 

• Travel to test sites, vendors, manufacturing facilities, customers and others, as required

What Do You Need?

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

• Bachelors or Masters Degree in Electrical, Mechanical or Computer Engineering. Professional Engineering license, preferred but not required.

• Completion of EIT requirements desirable.

• Preferred experience with off road equipment or automotive system or test development using Labview RT, FPGA, TestStand, and VeriStand products or equivalent test systems. 

• Preferred experience with CANbus analysis or other machine communication protocols using Vector CANalyzer or similar test systems.

• Preferred experience with validating embedded control systems and the software development V-model.

• Preferred experience evaluating systems for compliance to functional safety standards.

• Preferred experience evaluating systems for EMC/EMI compliance.

Engineer 2 -2-4 years of applicable experience

Engineer 3 -5-7 years of applicable experience

Engineer 4 -8-10 years of applicable experience

Engineer 5 -10+ years of applicable experience.

What Can We Give You?   

At The Toro Company, 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 - The Toro company offers employees at ourBloomington, MN HQlocation a variety of perks, including: 

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

Location – Conveniently located near both St. Paul and Minneapolis, we are centrally located for most commuters! 

Food - Take advantage of our onsite café, which serves both breakfast and lunch. With a Caribou Coffee attached, you can grab a snack and a coffee at any time during your day. 

Wellness - The Toro Company’s HQ offers complimentary use of our onsite fitness facility to employees. In addition to physical wellbeing, TTC offers a variety of mental health and financial health resources to all employees. 

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

Summer Hours – Enjoy a flexible schedule during the summer! By working a little more during the first few days of the week, TTC employees at our Bloomington HQ are able to start their weekends early and leave by noon on Friday. 

Flexible Work Arrangements – This team is currently implementing a hybrid work schedule. The opportunity to collaborate in the office and work from home part-time, has promoted team-building and flexibility. 

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. 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.

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At The Toro Company, we are committed to fostering a secure and trustworthy recruitment process for our Applicants.  Recruitment fraud is a potential threat to job seekers, so please be aware that throughout our recruitment process, you’ll never be required to pay any fees or disclose personal financial details when applying to TTC opportunities. 

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.