Agricultural Engineer

Placements24; Centurion; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Cutting-edge agricultural tech

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative engineering environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Centurion is seeking a qualified Agricultural Engineer to lead the design and implementation of machinery, equipment, and infrastructure for enhanced farm productivity. The role focuses on mechanization, irrigation, soil and water conservation, and post-harvest processing.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Agricultural or Mechanical Engineering, 5+ years of relevant experience, and strong CAD skills to translate concepts into robust designs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Agricultural Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering, or closely related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in agricultural engineering, focusing on machinery design or farm infrastructure.
• Proficiency in CAD software for design and drafting.
• Strong understanding of farm mechanization, hydraulics, and power systems.
• Knowledge of irrigation design, water management, and structures.
• Excellent project management and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop new agricultural machinery, implements, and equipment, considering functionality, cost, and safety.
• Evaluate, select, and install appropriate agricultural infrastructure, including irrigation systems, storage facilities, and processing plants.
• Analyze farm operations to identify areas where mechanization or engineering solutions can improve efficiency and reduce costs.
• Oversee the maintenance and repair of farm machinery and equipment, ensuring optimal performance and longevity.
• Conduct site assessments and develop plans for soil and water conservation projects.
• Prepare technical specifications, drawings, and project proposals for engineering initiatives.

Skills

Project management

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Agricultural Engineering

Tools

CAD software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a qualified Agricultural Engineer to join their team in Centurion . This role is responsible for the design, development, and implementation of agricultural machinery, equipment, and infrastructure to improve farm efficiency and productivity. You will apply engineering principles to solve complex problems in areas such as mechanization, irrigation, soil and water conservation, and post-harvest processing. This position is ideal for an engineer passionate about applying technology to enhance agricultural sustainability and output.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop new agricultural machinery, implements, and equipment, considering functionality, cost, and safety.
• Evaluate, select, and install appropriate agricultural infrastructure, including irrigation systems, storage facilities, and processing plants.
• Analyze farm operations to identify areas where mechanization or engineering solutions can improve efficiency and reduce costs.
• Oversee the maintenance and repair of farm machinery and equipment, ensuring optimal performance and longevity.
• Conduct site assessments and develop plans for soil and water conservation projects.
• Prepare technical specifications, drawings, and project proposals for engineering initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Agricultural Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a closely related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in agricultural engineering, with a focus on machinery design or farm infrastructure.
• Proficiency in CAD software for design and drafting.
• Strong understanding of farm mechanization, hydraulics, and power systems.
• Knowledge of irrigation design, water management, and structures.
• Excellent project management and problem-solving abilities.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and benefits package.
• Opportunityto work with cutting‑edge agricultural technologies.
• Contribution to sustainable agricultural development.
• Professional development opportunities and training programs.
• A collaborative engineering environment focused on innovation.