Lead Tropical Crops Agronomy Engineer

Placements24; Naucalpan de Juárez; Hybrid; MXN 450,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and performance‑or‑

Health insurance

Professional development

Hybrid work model

Access to agtech resources

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Agronomy Engineer specializing in tropical crops to join our client in Naucalpan, State of Mexico. You will lead agronomic plans, monitor field health, analyze soil and climate data, supervise field teams, and collaborate with R&D to adapt practices to the local climate.

Hybrid work arrangement is offered with a focus on sustainable farming, professional development, and a strong emphasis on optimizing yields while reducing environmental impact.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Agronomy, Agricultural Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in agricultural engineering with tropical crops focus.
• Experience in crop management, soil science, plant pathology, and integrated pest management.
• Familiarity with data analysis tools and agricultural management software.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong leadership and team management capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement agronomic plans for tropical crops to maximize productivity and quality.
• Conduct field assessments to monitor crop health, soil conditions, pests, and diseases, and provide actionable recommendations.
• Analyze soil, climate, and crop data to inform cultivation decisions.
• Supervise and train field teams in planting, irrigation, fertilization, and pest management.
• Research and introduce new technologies and sustainable farming methods to improve efficiency and reduce environmental impact.
• Collaborate with R&D teams to test varieties and cultivation techniques for local climate.
• Prepare reports on crop progress, efficiency, and resource management for senior management.
• Manage procurement and use of inputs like fertilizers, pesticides, and water.

Skills

Agronomy

Crop management

Data analysis

Leadership

Spanish language

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Agronomy or Agricultural Engineering

Tools

Agricultural management software

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Agronomy Engineer specializing in tropical crops to join our client in Naucalpan, State of Mexico. You will lead agronomic plans, monitor field health, analyze soil and climate data, supervise field teams, and collaborate with R&D to adapt practices to the local climate.

Hybrid work arrangement is offered with a focus on sustainable farming, professional development, and a strong emphasis on optimizing yields while reducing environmental impact.