Remote Agricultural Systems Engineer

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 800,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work flexibility

Access to advanced engineering tools

Professional development opportunities

Industry conferences

Impactful projects in agriculture

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Remote Agricultural Systems Engineer to design, develop, and optimize automated agricultural technologies from anywhere in South Africa. The role focuses on integrating hardware, software, and data analytics to boost farm efficiency and sustainability.

You will work with agronomists and software teams to deliver robust solutions, create documentation, and support testing across remote environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Agricultural Engineering, Mechanical, Electrical or related field.
• Proven experience designing and implementing agricultural systems or automation projects.
• Strong understanding of electrical systems, control systems and software integration.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop automated agricultural systems, including irrigation, climate control, and machinery automation.
• Integrate sensors, IoT devices, and software platforms for real-time monitoring and data collection.
• Analyze system performance data to identify improvements and implement modifications.
• Collaborate with agronomists and software developers to ensure system functionality and user satisfaction.
• Develop technical documentation, including schematics, user manuals, and testing protocols.

Skills

Remote collaboration

Problem-solving

Systems integration

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Agricultural Engineering

Engineering degree in related field

Tools

Simulation software

IoT platforms

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled Remote Agricultural Systems Engineer to design, develop, and optimize agricultural technologies and systems. This fully remote position allows you to contribute to innovative agricultural solutions from anywhere within South Africa . You will focus on integrating hardware, software, and data analytics to enhance farm efficiency, sustainability, and productivity. This role is ideal for an engineer who is passionate about the intersection of technology and agriculture and thrives in a collaborative, remote-first environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop automated agricultural systems, including irrigation, climate control, and machinery automation.
• Integrate sensors, IoT devices, and software platforms for real-time monitoring and data collection.
• Analyze system performance data to identify areas for improvement and implement necessary modifications.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including agronomists and software developers, to ensure system functionality and user satisfaction.
• Develop technical documentation, including schematics, user manuals, and testing protocols.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Agricultural Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven experience in designing and implementing agricultural systems or automation projects.
• Strong understanding of electrical systems, control systems, and software integration.
• Familiarity with agricultural processes and challenges.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and remote collaboration skills.

Benefits

• Generous annual salary commensurate with expertise.
• Fully remote work flexibility.
• Access to advanced engineering tools and simulation software.
• Opportunities for professional development and attending industry conferences.
• Work on impactful projects driving innovation in agriculture.