R&D Mechanical Engineer
Netafim is the global leader in irrigation solutions for sustainable agriculture. Our R&D department plays a crucial role in driving technological advancements and product innovations, positioning us at the forefront of industry.
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Mechanical Engineer to join our R&D team and contribute to our ongoing success.
Main Responsibilities
Collaborate with the R&D team to generate innovative concepts and ideas for new products & technologies.
Design and conduct experiments and tests to evaluate the mechanical reliability of prototypes.
Incorporate hydraulic principles and fluid dynamics into system designs to achieve optimal water pressure and flow rate.
Analyze and calculate mechanical designs, both for products and new tech- mechanisms.
Perform detailed documentation to track project status and design process.
Design machines/devices to support production of new products.
Requirements:
· Bsc. degree in Mechanical Engineering
· 4-5 years of mechanical design development experience
· Proficiency in using SolidWorks for 3D modeling, simulation, and drawing creation.
· Proven experience with products’ detailed design.
· Proven experience with technologies search and implement according to needs.
· Experience with irrigation systems/agriculture - an advantage
· Highly analytical mind, with exceptional problem-solving skills and attention to details.
· Project management skills to ensure timely delivery of design milestones.
· Good English verbal and written communication skills.
- Division
- Orbia Precision Agriculture Netafim
- Team
- Research & Development
- Locations
- Kibbutz Hatzerim, Israel
- Employment type
- Full-time
- Employment level
- Professionals
Kibbutz Hatzerim, Israel
About Orbia
Orbia is a global company driven by the purpose to advance life around the world.
With more than 70 years of experience in materials innovation, our purpose connects our six business groups and guides how we grow, solve and create impact. Across Polymer Solutions (Vestolit & Alphagary), Building & Infrastructure (Wavin), Precision Agriculture (Netafim), Connectivity Solutions (Dura-Line) and Orbia Fluor & Energy Materials, our global community of more than 22,000 employees is thinking big and working smart to help address some of the world’s toughest challenges.
From creating solutions that help deliver clean water, fresh food and connectivity to advancing the materials that support decarbonization and the energy transition, we never settle for “good enough” when there is an opportunity to make life better.
We welcome owner-minded dreamers, doers and builders who are ready to grow their potential and contribute to work that matters. Wherever you work across our sites in more than 50 countries, you can bring your skills, talents and perspectives to a global community united by purpose and values.
Join us at Orbia: where purpose comes to life.