Agricultural Engineer

Placements24; East London; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Professional development

Innovative projects

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Agricultural Engineer to join their East London team. You will design, develop, and implement agricultural machinery and systems to boost farming efficiency and sustainability, spanning mechanization, irrigation, processing, and farm infrastructure.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's or Master's in Agricultural or Mechanical Engineering with an agricultural focus, plus at least six years of design experience, and strong CAD skills (AutoCAD and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's in Agricultural Engineering or Mechanical Engineering with agricultural specialization.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in agricultural engineering or related design/development.
• Proficiency in CAD software such as AutoCAD and SolidWorks.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and test new agricultural machinery and equipment.
• Improve efficiency and functionality of existing farm machinery and systems.
• Design and manage irrigation, drainage, and water management systems.
• Develop solutions for on-farm processing, storage, and handling of agricultural products.
• Ensure designs comply with safety, environmental, and regulatory standards.
• Collaborate with farmers, agronomists, and stakeholders to understand needs and provide technical solutions.
• Prepare technical drawings, specifications, and reports.

Skills

Problem solving

Project management

Strong engineering foundation

Farm machinery knowledge

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Agricultural/Mechanical Engineering with ag specialization

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dynamic Agricultural Engineer to join their innovative team in East London . This role involves the design, development, and implementation of agricultural machinery, equipment, and systems to improve farming efficiency, productivity, and sustainability. You will work on projects ranging from mechanization solutions and irrigation systems to processing technologies and farm infrastructure. The ideal candidate will possess a strong engineering foundation combined with a practical understanding of agricultural principles and challenges, contributing to the modernization of the agricultural sector in the Eastern Cape.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and test new agricultural machinery and equipment.
• Improve the efficiency and functionality of existing farm machinery and systems.
• Design and manage the implementation of irrigation, drainage, and water management systems.
• Develop solutions for on-farm processing, storage, and handling of agricultural products.
• Ensure that designs comply with safety, environmental, and regulatory standards.
• Collaborate with farmers, agronomists, and other stakeholders to understand their needs and provide technical solutions.
• Prepare technical drawings, specifications, and reports.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Agricultural Engineering or Mechanical Engineering with agricultural specialization.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in agricultural engineering or a related design/development role.
• Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidWorks) and other engineering design tools.
• Strong knowledge of farm machinery, irrigation systems, structures, and processing technologies.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to manage projects from conception to completion.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunity to work on innovative agricultural engineering projects.
• Contribute to the technological advancement of the agricultural industry.
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• Be part of a team driving efficiency and sustainability in agriculture.