Field Engineering Technician - Agriculture

Job Responsibilities

• Field data collection activities for projects when and where needed, including scheduling and planning site visits with growers, farm cooperatives, and others.
• Provide in-field engineering support, including data collection, field testing, troubleshooting, diagnosing, resolving, and documenting all aspects of the products.
• Provide an interface for product development teams, including Product Management and Engineering, to understand customers' evolving needs.
• Perform hands-on set-up, maintenance, testing, and customization in the field per engineering test requirements.
• Track and manage recurring issues, from problem identification to resolution.
• Transport and operate field equipment as needed.

Required Experience & Skills

• Farming and agricultural-related background and knowledge.
• Experience working with and safely operating large agricultural machinery in the field.
• Excellent verbal and written English communication skills.
• Project professionalism and represent the company well through courteous communications with customers, dealers, coworkers, and everyone else that we come into contact with as a consequence of our work.
• Willingness to travel extensively and work outdoors, with the vast majority of working time spent either “on the road” or providing hands-on support in the field.
• Safe driving record and ability to operate company vehicles.

Preferred Experience & Skills

• 2+ years in supporting, maintaining or operating modern outdoor equipment and precision agriculture systems.
• Associates' or Bachelor's degree or relevant work experience in Agriculture, Engineering, or a related technical area.
• Experience in troubleshooting and working with complex systems involving software, electronics, and mechanical systems.

Benefits

This position is a full-time temporary, hourly non-exempt role and is not eligible for any company-related benefits, sponsorship, or third-party employment. The pay range for the position varies depending on experience, location, and relevant background, ranging from $25-35 per hour.