Autonomy Mechatronics Engineer for Agricultural Machines

ISU Research Park; Ames (IA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Sabanto, Ames, IA, is seeking a Mechatronics Engineer (Machine Compatibility) to bridge mechanical, electrical, and software engineering for autonomous agricultural machinery. You will integrate control systems, build harnesses, and develop embedded software for tractors in lab and field settings.

The role emphasizes hands-on engineering, cross-disciplinary problem solving, and direct collaboration with agricultural equipment deployments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechatronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field.
• Strong quantitative, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Entrepreneurial attitude with keen attention to detail and ability to manage priorities.

Responsibilities

• Integrate retrofit autonomous control systems onto row crop and utility tractors.
• Design, build, and validate electrical cable harnesses for vehicle integration.
• Read, interpret, and create vehicle electrical schematics and wiring diagrams.
• Develop and maintain software in C++ and/or Python for embedded systems and autonomy applications.
• Design software and hardware interfaces with sensors, actuators, controllers, and vehicle networks.
• Perform system integration, testing, troubleshooting, and validation in lab and field.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve reliability and manufacturability.
• Document designs, test procedures, and engineering changes.
• Support field deployments and customer installations as needed.

Skills

Quantitative analysis

Problem solving

Entrepreneurial attitude

Multitasking / prioritization

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechatronics/Electrical/Mechanical/Computer Engineering

Job description

Sabanto, Ames, IA, is seeking a Mechatronics Engineer (Machine Compatibility) to bridge mechanical, electrical, and software engineering for autonomous agricultural machinery. You will integrate control systems, build harnesses, and develop embedded software for tractors in lab and field settings.

The role emphasizes hands-on engineering, cross-disciplinary problem solving, and direct collaboration with agricultural equipment deployments.