Field Application Engineer

Employ Global; São Paulo; Sur place; BRL 120 000 - 180 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Travel opportunities

Company vehicles provided

Travel expense reimbursement

Global exposure

Résumé du poste

Employ Global in Brazil is seeking a Field Application Engineer to support smart agricultural machinery in the field, bridging customers and the engineering team with hands-on testing and on-site diagnostics.

You will travel to the US during the Brazilian off-season and work on hardware, software, and vision systems while developing documentation and user guides for field operations.

Qualifications

• Must have 2+ years of experience supporting, troubleshooting, or maintaining complex agricultural electro‑mechanical systems (large machinery).
• Fluent in English and Portuguese (written and verbal).
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Engineering, Computer Science, Agriculture, or related technical field.

Responsabilités

• Perform in-field hardware, software, and machine vision tests with detailed reports.
• Provide on-site technical support, troubleshooting, and issue resolution.
• Act as the liaison between customers, product management, agronomy, and engineering.
• Create and maintain product documentation, user guides, and instructional materials.
• Track recurring technical issues from identification to resolution.
• Set up, calibrate, and transport field-testing equipment as required.

Connaissances

English

Portuguese

Customer-facing

Willingness to travel

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Engineering / CS / Agriculture

Outils

Linux

Python

SolidWorks

Description du poste

Field Application Engineer – Smart Agricultural Technology

Location: Brazil (Field-based with opportunities for US travel)

Position Type: Full-Time, Permanent

About Our Client

Our client is a fast-growing pioneer in the agricultural robotics space, revolutionizing the farming industry by designing and building advanced, autonomous farm machines. By utilizing cutting-edge computer vision and machine learning, their technology enables farmers to understand and manage fields at a plant-by-plant level.

Backed as an independent subsidiary of one of the world's most respected global agricultural machinery giants, they combine the agile, fast-paced environment of a high-tech startup with the massive scaling power of an industry leader. Their mission is to improve global food production, increase farming profitability, and protect the environment by dramatically reducing pesticide use.

The Role: Field Application Engineer (Brazil)

We are seeking a hands‑on Field Application Engineer based in Brazil to help develop, support, and maintain next‑generation "smart" farm machines. In this role, you will be the bridge between the field and the engineering team. You will carry out in‑field product testing, troubleshoot complex electro‑mechanical systems, and provide the crucial feedback needed to drive continuous product development.

This is an immediate‑start opportunity with exciting potential to travel to the United States during the Brazilian off‑season.

Key Responsibilities

As a Field Application Engineer, your primary focus will be supporting smart machinery performance directly in the field:

• In-Field Testing: Carry out hardware, software, and machine vision field tests on mechatronic agricultural machinery, providing detailed execution reports and documentation.
• Technical Support: Collect field data, troubleshoot, diagnose, and resolve technical issues on‑site.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Serve as the vital link between customers, product management, agronomy, and engineering to communicate real‑world user needs.
• Documentation: Assist engineering teams in creating comprehensive product documentation, user guides, and instructional materials.
• Systems Management: Track and manage recurring technical issues from initial identification to final resolution.
• Logistics & Setup: Perform hands‑on setup, maintenance, calibration, and transport of field‑testing equipment as required.

What We Are Looking For

Minimum Requirements:

• Language Skills: Full professional fluency in both English and Portuguese (written and verbal).
• Education: Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience in Engineering, Computer Science, Agriculture, or a related technical discipline.
• Experience: 2+ years of experience supporting, troubleshooting, or maintaining complex agricultural electro‑mechanical systems (large machinery).
• Technical Troubleshooting: Strong ability to diagnose complex systems spanning hardware, software, and mechanical components.
• Communication & Mindset: Excellent customer‑facing skills with a collaborative, team‑oriented attitude.
• Mobility: Valid driver's license with a safe driving record, and a strong willingness to travel frequently to agricultural fields.

Nice-to-Have Skills (Preferred but not required):

• Familiarity with Linux environments and basic script programming.
• Experience in designing and executing Design Verification Testing (DVT).
• Basic programming/scripting skills in Python.
• Familiarity with CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks).

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

• This is an active, hands‑on role in an outdoor environment. You should be comfortable standing, walking, bending, kneeling, and climbing in various weather conditions (hot and cold).
• Ability to frequently lift/move items up to 25 pounds (and occasionally up to 50 pounds).Strong visual acuity (including color vision and depth perception) to work with advanced camera and machine vision systems.

What's on Offer

• Competitive Compensation Package with a highly collaborative, supportive, and forward‑thinking work culture.
• Fully Equipped: All tools, specialized equipment, and work vehicles are provided by the employer.
• Travel Covered: 100% reimbursement for all work‑related travel expenses.
• Global Exposure: Unique opportunities for international collaboration and travel to US headquarters.