Agricultural Engineer - Mechanization

Placements24; Waukee (IA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Professional Growth

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an Agricultural Engineer with a focus on mechanization to lead design, development, and deployment of farm machinery in Paarl. You will optimize existing equipment and explore new technologies to advance sustainable farming practices.

The role requires strong technical background, experience in hydraulics, power transmission, and control systems, plus CAD proficiency. Collaboration with researchers and farm managers will drive innovative equipment adoption.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Agricultural Engineering or Mechanical Engineering with agricultural experience.
• Proven experience in agricultural mechanization, equipment design, or farm systems engineering.
• Strong knowledge of hydraulics, power transmission, and control systems for agricultural machinery.
• Proficiency in CAD software and other engineering design tools.

Responsibilities

• Design, modify, and test agricultural machinery and equipment for improved performance and safety.
• Oversee the installation, operation, and maintenance of farm mechanization systems.
• Analyze farm operations to identify opportunities for automation and efficiency improvements.
• Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues with farm equipment.
• Ensure compliance with engineering standards, safety regulations, and environmental requirements.
• Collaborate with research teams and farm managers on new equipment development and adoption.

Skills

Agricultural Eng

Mechanization

CAD

Hydraulics

Power transmission

Control systems

Precision ag tech

Education

Ag Eng degree

Tools

CAD software

Job description

Our client is seeking a highly skilled Agricultural Engineer with a specialization in mechanization to join their progressive agricultural operations in Paarl. This role is vital for the design, development, implementation, and maintenance of agricultural machinery and systems to enhance farm efficiency and productivity. You will work on optimizing existing equipment and exploring new technologies to support sustainable farming practices. The position requires a strong technical background and an understanding of the unique challenges faced by agriculture in the Western Cape region.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, modify, and test agricultural machinery and equipment for improved performance and safety.
• Oversee the installation, operation, and maintenance of farm mechanization systems.
• Analyze farm operations to identify opportunities for automation and efficiency improvements.
• Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues with farm equipment.
• Ensure compliance with engineering standards, safety regulations, and environmental requirements.
• Collaborate with research teams and farm managers on new equipment development and adoption.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Agricultural Engineering or Mechanical Engineering with agricultural experience.
• Proven experience in agricultural mechanization, equipment design, or farm systems engineering.
• Strong knowledge of hydraulics, power transmission, and control systems for agricultural machinery.
• Proficiency in CAD software and other engineering design tools.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and project management skills.
• Experience with precision agriculture technologies is advantageous.

Benefits

• Excellent salary commensurate with experience and qualifications.
• Opportunities for professional growth and contributions to agricultural innovation.
• Comprehensive medical, retirement, and life insurance benefits.
• Access to advanced engineering tools and facilities.
• A dynamic role contributing to modern agriculture in Paarl.