.**Description**:This position focuses on maximizing the return on investment in field research equipment (e.G., tractors, planters, combines, etc.). Includes developing plans to service equipment; training and interacting with personnel at Research and Seed Production Centers to effectively maintain and utilize the equipment; assist with equipment selection, capacity planning and budget development; and doing appropriate testing of new equipment and/or modifications to existing equipment to increase utilization and/or data quality. This position is an integral part of and works closely with the U.S. based Research Equipment Support Team (i.E., REST), to effectively deploy and/or support common equipment by leveraging information and expertise.**Activities**1. Support effective & safe use of research equipment by Research and Seed Production teams in Mexico to generate high quality and timely data and seeds via pre-season equipment readiness, user training and in-season troubleshooting and field support to minimize downtime.- Work directly with equipment users and/or vendors on preventative maintenance activities- Perform and assist users with in-season equipment troubleshooting and repairs- Develop technical material for user reference and/or training activities- Resent and deliver equipment training when needed- Manage and maintain accurate records for support parts inventory2. Develop specifications for purchasing, servicing, and/or upgrading (includes appropriate testing; work with Engineering, REST, vendors, et al.)- Creating and maintain appropriate equipment-use/maintenance records to support planning for preventive maintenance or upgrades to equipment and/or additional equipment- Work with users to define the need for upgrades and determine best course for completion and testing- Work as a focal point for all imports of research equipment, working directly with sourcing and Import/export department- Develop a network of vendors for service, in-season support and parts sourcing3. Remain current on new and emerging equipment technology by participating in professional meetings, interacting with equipment providers, and through regular interactions with Global RESTS team members.4. Provide logístical support for equipment movements among users and testing locations.- Develop and refine data-driven plans to meet timelines while minimizing costs- Arrange for transportation, as needed5. Effectively manage assets and resources while maintaining a professional working environment that exemplifies our core values