Remote Hydroponics Systems Engineer — Innovative CEA

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 1,477,000 - 2,133,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible remote work

Online training access

Health coverage

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Hydroponics Systems Engineer to design, optimize, and troubleshoot advanced hydroponic setups from a home office. You will work with horticulturalists, software developers, and R&D teams to enhance crop yield and resource efficiency.

The role emphasizes independent work, strong engineering fundamentals, and staying abreast of CEA tech. A fully remote position offers collaboration across a global team and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Agricultural Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or related field; Master's preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of hydroponic or controlled environment experience.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and optimize hydroponic systems including nutrient delivery, lighting, climate control, and water management components.
• Create detailed schematics, P&IDs, and technical specifications for installations and retrofits.
• Collaborate with R&D to test and integrate new technologies and equipment.
• Conduct performance analysis and remote troubleshooting of systems.
• Develop protocols for system operation, maintenance, and monitoring.
• Stay current with advancements in hydroponics, automation, and sustainable practices.
• Work with software engineers to integrate sensors and control systems for data logging.
• Prepare technical documentation, user manuals, and training materials.
• Participate in virtual meetings and contribute to project planning.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of hydroponic designs and efficiencies.

Skills

CAD

Control systems

Data acquisition

Analytical

Remote collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Agri/Environmental Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Hydroponics Systems Engineer to design, optimize, and troubleshoot advanced hydroponic setups from a home office. You will work with horticulturalists, software developers, and R&D teams to enhance crop yield and resource efficiency.

The role emphasizes independent work, strong engineering fundamentals, and staying abreast of CEA tech. A fully remote position offers collaboration across a global team and ongoing professional development.