About the Role
We are looking for a Field Test Engineer to join the company’s Systems Engineering team in Dubai, UAE.
You will take the company detectors into real-world environments to test product performance, measure site conditions and understand how people use our technology. Working to plans set by Systems Engineering, you will collect reliable field data and present clear findings that inform product development.
The role involves approximately four to six domestic or international field trips each year, typically lasting one to two weeks. Between trips, you will undertake local product and systems testing, organise field records and develop your knowledge of the company’s gold and coin and treasure detectors.
This is a practical, customer-facing opportunity for someone who enjoys technical testing, outdoor work and careful observation. A relevant technical qualification or substantial field-testing experience is welcome; an engineering degree is desirable, but not essential.
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Key Responsibilities
- Plan and complete approved field tests safely, including preparation of detectors, measurement equipment and recording tools.
- Operate existing, prototype and unreleased detectors in real-world conditions, recording settings, accessories, software and test conditions.
- Measure and document soil mineralisation, ground-balance information, salinity, electromagnetic interference and other relevant site conditions.
- Capture accurate GPS records, photographs, video and approved soil samples to support traceable field results.
- Observe how people use the company and competitor detectors and gather feedback on performance, usability, setup and training needs.
- Organise and validate field data, maintaining records that colleagues can search, understand and use with confidence.
- Prepare clear trip reports and presentations that explain test methods, evidence, findings and any limitations.
- Carry out local new-product and systems testing between field deployments and share findings with Systems Engineering.
- Develop practical expertise across the company detectors and help improve field procedures, checklists and recording methods.
- Work with regional teams, dealers and end users while protecting confidential products, results and customer information.
About You
You will bring a relevant technical certificate, diploma or trade qualification, or substantial equivalent experience in field testing. A degree in engineering, science or a related discipline would be an advantage, but is not required.
You have experience collecting and organising technical or field data, following test procedures and keeping accurate records. Experience in product validation, field research, outdoor work, geology, environmental measurement or data analysis would be valuable.
You are methodical, safety-conscious and comfortable working outdoors in remote or challenging environments. You can explain your observations clearly in written reports and presentations, engage respectfully with people from different cultures and distinguish evidence from interpretation.
Experience with metal detecting, GPS, technical field testing or customer-facing technical interaction is welcome, but not essential. You will need a current driver’s licence and the ability to meet travel requirements for approved trips. Relevant first-aid, four-wheel-driving and remote-area training may be completed after appointment.
Benefits and Culture
Our culture is supportive and collaborative. You will be part of a multidisciplinary team where we share our ideas and innovation is strongly encouraged. We are looking for someone with genuine passion and a can-do attitude for what they do.
Additionally, our staff are provided flexibility to meet the demands of family life and a variety of staff events to connect with colleagues across the company.
