An exceptional Ag-tech/Food-tech startup is seeking a talented R&D Control and Electronics Practical Engineer.
This position offers significant growth potential and a rare opportunity to join a dynamic young company addressing a "blue ocean" global challenge.
Join a multidisciplinary team of engineers and biologists working together to tackle some of the most pressing questions in the Ag-tech and Food-tech industries. The company is headquartered in Tel Aviv.
In this role, you will lead the development of cutting-edge control, electrical, and electronic systems across the entire product lifecycle, from concept and POC to field implementation. You will play a vital role in solving complex multidisciplinary challenges, optimizing processes, and driving innovation in the fields of agriculture and food technology.
Definition & Responsibilities
· Design, document, and execute innovative control, electrical, and electronic systems while collaborating closely with a multidisciplinary team to develop groundbreaking products in the food and agriculture sectors.
· Lead the development process from conceptualization to POC, field implementation, and production, ensuring seamless transitions and efficient system integration.
· Drive the creation of innovative concepts, taking ownership of their execution and overseeing every stage of their development.
· Coordinate multidisciplinary projects requiring collaboration across various organizational and external entities.
· Provide hands-on solutions for control, electrical, and electronic challenges, including identifying issues, conducting research, prototyping, validating feasibility, and transitioning to in-house or subcontractor production.
· Offer technical support for operations and production floors, including troubleshooting, assemblies, wiring, consulting, and overseeing subcontractors.
· Document and maintain comprehensive records to preserve institutional knowledge and ensure project continuity.
Requirements
· Education: Practical Engineer in electrical, Electronics, Robotics with 5+ years of experience in related disciplines.
· Proven expertise in working with development boards like Arduino, Raspberry Pi, or equivalent platforms.
· Advanced proficiency in technical English, with strong skills in documenting technical instructions and processes.
· Experience managing procurement processes and collaborating with subcontractors and manufacturers.
· Strong skills in creating technical drawings and understanding schematic diagrams.
· Hands-on experience with electrical and electronic systems, including soldering, wiring, and working with tools like oscilloscopes.
· Familiarity with low-voltage electrical systems, embedded systems, and electro-mechanical designs.
· Ability to independently manage workflows, define project requirements, and set scopes across various technical domains (e.g., electrical, mechanical, software).
· Familiarity with diagramming and wiring tools (e.g., VISIO) and experience presenting project milestones and documentation.
· A proactive, hands-on approach with the ability to work in workshop environments.
· Strong teamwork skills, collaboration, and the ability to thrive in a startup environment.
· Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and commitment to maintaining high standards.
