Field Trial Technician

Dometic is a global market leader in the mobile living industry. Millions of people around the world use Dometic products in outdoor, residential, and professional applications. Dometic Land Vehicles Americas is a trusted provider of high-end products for recreational vehicles, commercial passenger vehicles and overlanding vehicles in North America, Latin America, and the Caribbean. We are on a journey of continuous growth – now looking for our next star – a passionate Field Trial Technician within our Product Testing capability. This position reports to the Director, Product Testing, Regulatory & Compliance and will work in Elkhart, IN.

About the position

As a Field Trial Technician in the Product Testing team, you will be responsible for the setup, execution, and monitoring of field trials aimed at evaluating product performance in real-world conditions, ensuring compliance with quality standards, and identifying areas for improvement. This role will also conduct field audits, gather data, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product reliability and customer satisfaction.

Your main responsibilities

• Install, configure, and maintain products in laboratory and field trial environments.
• Conduct on-site audits of field trials to assess product performance and durability.
• Gather and analyze quantitative and qualitative data from field tests.
• Ensure compliance with internal quality standards and regulatory requirements.
• Identify potential product issues and recommend corrective actions.
• Collaborate with engineering, product development, and customer feedback teams to refine product designs.
• Prepare detailed reports summarizing findings, trends, and improvement opportunities.
• Maintain accurate documentation of audit procedures, results, and recommendations.
• Travel to various locations to oversee product testing in diverse environments.

What do we offer?

You are offered an interesting role in a dynamic, fast paced, and global environment with great opportunities to grow and take on new challenges. The growth at Dometic is continuous – which gives you great possibilities to evolve with the company.

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Disability insurance (STD/LTD)
• 401 (k) with company match
• PTO
• Company defined holidays and two floating holidays for you to use as you choose
• Paid maternity/paternity leave
• Tuition assistance
• Membership reimbursement (wholesale club and gym)
• Employee discounts on our incredible products
• Opportunities to make an impact

A suitable background would be a solid experience within mechanical applications and customer interactions – as well as the following qualifications and experiences:

• Education: High school diploma or GED required. Associate’s degree, or higher, in engineering, quality assurance, or a related field preferred.
• Certifications: RV, automotive, and/or similar certification preferred.
• Experience: Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude; experience working hands on with applicable tools and measurement devices necessary.

To be successful in this role, we believe that you possess the following skills, competencies & characteristics:

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data.
• Excellent communication and reporting abilities.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple field trials simultaneously.
• Proficiency in data collection tools and audit methodologies.
• Willingness to travel extensively for field evaluations.
• Experience in outdoor, marine, or RV product testing, preferred.
• Knowledge of ISO quality standards and regulatory compliance, preferred.
• Familiarity with Dometic Corporation’s product lines and industry trends, preferred.

Dometic’s Core Values

To thrive and succeed in this role, you understand the importance of our core values – Together We build our future, We play to win, We embrace change, and We walk the talk; these values reflect the heart and soul of Dometic, and they define what it takes to work here and how we do things.

Dometic operates with a 4+1 policy, 4 days per week in the office and the possibility to work 1 day per week remotely. We see the social aspect of being in the office, meeting colleagues, having short coffee break interactions or a quick face to face meeting as key to success as we become more productive and fast paced in t