R&d Engineer Iv - Digital Ag

me.iastate.edu

Ames, Iowa, USA
Onsite
Digital agriculture platforms
Embedded systems, sensors, robotics
Cloud-connected technologies
The R&D Engineer IV - Digital Agriculture position at Iowa State University involves leading the development and deployment of advanced digital agriculture systems, requiring a strong background in engineering and experience with agricultural technology. The role emphasizes collaboration with industry partners and mentoring engineers, aiming to create impactful solutions for real-world agricultural challenges

Job Summary

  • Our team works at the intersection of applied engineering, industry collaboration, and the land-grant mission, moving ideas from concept to prototype to field deployment and ultimately into industry adoption.
  • You will architect integrated hardware and software systems, build production-representative platforms, and translate emerging technologies into practical solutions for real agricultural environments.
  • Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as: Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans.

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The R&D Engineer IV - Digital Agriculture position at Iowa State University involves leading the development and deployment of advanced digital agriculture systems, requiring a strong background in engineering and experience with agricultural technology. The role emphasizes collaboration with industry partners and mentoring engineers, aiming to create impactful solutions for real-world agricultural challenges.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Digital agriculture platforms
  • Embedded systems, sensors, robotics
  • Cloud-connected technologies
  • Multi-sensor data pipelines
  • Applied engineering solutions
  • Hardware-software systems integration

Nice-to-have

  • Mentoring engineers
  • Fast-paced development environments
  • Cybersecurity practices
  • Modern software development practices

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree and 8 years related experience
  • M.S. or Ph.D. preferred
  • Experience commercializing applied engineering solutions
  • Legal authorization to work in the U.S. ongoing

Work Rights

Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis

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