Agricultural Engineer: Precision Farming & Innovation

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance-based bonus

Health and retirement benefits

Professional development support

Dynamic, innovation-focused workplace

Job summary

Placements24 in Sandton seeks an experienced Agricultural Engineer to design, develop, and implement technologies to boost efficiency, sustainability, and productivity on farms. You will work on irrigation systems, machinery design, and precision farming initiatives across Gauteng and beyond.

The role requires a strong CAD background, knowledge of soil mechanics, hydrology, and sustainable farming practices, plus excellent analytical and project-management abilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Agricultural or Mechanical Engineering.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in agricultural engineering.
• Proficiency in CAD and engineering design tools.
• Strong knowledge of farm machinery, soil mechanics, hydrology, and sustainability.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Ability to communicate technical information effectively to diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and test agricultural machinery, equipment, and infrastructure.
• Plan and oversee irrigation, drainage, and soil conservation systems.
• Develop and integrate precision agriculture technologies, including GPS, sensors, and data analytics.
• Analyze engineering problems and propose innovative solutions to enhance farm operations.
• Prepare technical drawings, specifications, and project reports.
• Collaborate with agronomists, farm managers, and researchers to ensure project success.

Skills

CAD

Analytical thinking

Project management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Agricultural Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD software

Job description

Placements24 in Sandton seeks an experienced Agricultural Engineer to design, develop, and implement technologies to boost efficiency, sustainability, and productivity on farms. You will work on irrigation systems, machinery design, and precision farming initiatives across Gauteng and beyond.

The role requires a strong CAD background, knowledge of soil mechanics, hydrology, and sustainable farming practices, plus excellent analytical and project-management abilities.