Remote AgTech & Precision Farming Engineer

Placements24; Richards Bay; Híbrido; ZAR 900.000 - 1.300.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Remote salary package

Flexible remote work environment

Professional development opportunities

Conference access

Sustainability impact

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 is seeking a highly motivated Remote Precision Agriculture Engineer to lead the integration of cutting-edge technology into farming practices from a home office. You will design, implement, and manage precision farming systems, including GPS guidance, sensor networks, and data analytics platforms, collaborating with farming operations remotely to optimize resources and yields.

The role emphasizes environmental sustainability, data security, and the adoption of innovative

Formación

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Agricultural Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
• Experience with precision agriculture technologies and data management.
• Proficiency with GIS software, FMIS, and sensor technologies.
• Strong remote communication and project management skills.

Responsabilidades

• Design and configure precision agriculture systems, including VRT and drone applications.
• Develop and manage data acquisition and analysis protocols for farm operations.
• Provide remote technical support and training to farm staff on precision agriculture equipment and software.
• Evaluate and recommend new technologies to improve farm efficiency, resource management, and environmental impact.
• Analyze geospatial data to create management zones for targeted interventions.
• Ensure data integrity and security across all implemented systems.

Conocimientos

Precision agriculture

GIS software

FMIS

Sensor technologies

Remote collaboration

Data analytics

Geospatial analysis

Drone applications

Project management

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Agricultural Engineering

Master's degree in Agricultural Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Herramientas

GIS software

FMIS

Sensor technologies

Descripción del empleo

Placements24 is seeking a highly motivated Remote Precision Agriculture Engineer to lead the integration of cutting-edge technology into farming practices from a home office. You will design, implement, and manage precision farming systems, including GPS guidance, sensor networks, and data analytics platforms, collaborating with farming operations remotely to optimize resources and yields.

The role emphasizes environmental sustainability, data security, and the adoption of innovative