stenon

Mechanical Engineer – Agri-Tech, Sensor Systems

stenon

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: Potsdam • Germany

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About the role

  • Design and develop mechanical components and assemblies for a metal soil sensor head used in harsh agricultural environments
  • Engineer structures that withstand abrasion, impact, vibration, moisture, and long-term soil contact
  • Select suitable metals, coatings, and surface treatments to minimize wear and corrosion in the field
  • Design for CNC machining, including tolerances, manufacturability, and cost efficiency
  • Integrate optical components such as lenses, windows, and sensor mounts while ensuring alignment stability and environmental sealing
  • Collaborate with electronics and optics teams to ensure proper thermal, mechanical, and environmental interfaces
  • Create detailed CAD models, technical drawings, and BOMs
  • Support prototyping, testing, and iterative design improvements based on field feedback
  • Work with production and suppliers to transition designs into small- and medium-scale manufacturing
  • Contribute to design documentation and engineering change processes

Requirements

  • A degree in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field
  • Experience designing mechanical systems for outdoor or industrial applications (agri-tech, automotive, heavy machinery, robotics, or similar)
  • Strong understanding of metal properties, wear mechanisms, and material selection for abrasive environments
  • Hands-on experience designing parts for CNC machining
  • Experience with SolidWorks or Fusion 360
  • Familiarity with sealing concepts (O-rings, gaskets, IP protection, etc.)
  • Basic understanding of opto-mechanical design (mounting lenses, optical windows, sensor alignment)
  • Ability to work across disciplines and translate system requirements into robust mechanical designs
  • A practical, problem-solving mindset with attention to detail
  • Professional working proficiency in English; German is a plus.
Benefits
  • A key engineering role in a fast-growing agri-tech company with real-world impact
  • An agile, international team with flat hierarchies and fast decision-making
  • The opportunity to design hardware that is used directly by farmers in the field
  • A collaborative, hands-on development environment
  • Coffee, tea, and snacks in our office
  • ABC Berlin/Potsdam travel pass or Deutschland ticket
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
mechanical designCNC machiningmaterial selectionoptomechanical designCAD modelingtechnical drawingBOM creationprototypingtestingdesign documentation
Soft Skills
problem-solvingattention to detailcollaborationcross-disciplinary communication
Certifications
degree in Mechanical Engineering