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Agricultural Engineer Trainee 

Part-time 

Lincolnton, GA, US 

Applicant will be required to provide engineering and experimentation support for the development of agricultural practices and technologies. The skill level at which the duties outlined below is expected to be low upon hiring. Once hired, applicants will be given training and on-the-job experience to build up their skills. Duties of the Agricultural Engineering Trainee will include: 

• Research and briefing of various assigned topics that may include biology, botany, computer science, economics, etc. 

• Writing to support research, white papers, and proposals. 

• Development of conjectures, hypotheses, experiments, and models. 

• Conducting experiments and documenting findings. 

• Development and documentation of prototype agricultural practices, devices, sensors, and software. 

• Fabrication with various materials in support of prototype development or agricultural operations. 

• Operating, maintaining, and improving existing agricultural systems. 

• Various manual agricultural tasks that may include crop irrigation, pruning, planting, and harvesting. 

Agricultural Engineering Trainees will perform their duties 50% in an office setting and 50% in an outdoor agricultural setting. Applicants will regularly work on uneven terrain, operate heavy machinery, and complete various agricultural tasks outdoors.   

Required Education and Experience: 

• Possess a strong interest in robotics, biology, botany, agriculture, electrical engineering, computer science, computer engineering, or software engineering. 

• Possess skills in problem solving and critical thinking. 

• Possess skills to quickly adapt to a changing environment. 

• Possess fundamental knowledge of the scientific method. 

• Possess skills to complete all of the steps of the scientific method. 

• Possess skills in research and writing technical documentation or research papers. 

• Possess basic computer skills in Windows, Linux, Unix, or MacOS. 

• Possess skills/knowledge of performing office automation work that includes word processing, electronic mail, spreadsheets, presentations, and other personal computer applications. 

Additional Eligibility Qualifications: 

• Ability to maintain a positive attitude. 

• Work independently and as part of a team. 

• Possess an inquisitive mindset, think critically, and identify/solve problems. 

• Communicate effectively with corporate leadership and co-workers. 

• Capability to read, write, speak, and understand English. 

• Successfully attend and complete required classes and certifications. 

Other Duties: 

The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. 

Work Authorization/Security Clearance: 

Must be authorized to work in the United States. Applicant may be required to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret security clearance with eligibility for nomination to receive Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) access. 

Supervisory Responsibility: None 

Work Environment: 

Work schedule will be determined by employer and communicated to applicant prior to hiring. Location will be split 50% in an office setting and 50% outdoors in an agricultural setting.  

Physical Demands: 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of an Agricultural Engineer Trainee. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions, but only after full disclosure by the applicant. 

• Position requires moderate work with regular lifting of up to (30) pounds or more, carrying supplies, equipment. 

• The job requires varying amounts of sitting, standing, and walking. 

• This position requires the ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time. 

• The ability to communicate clearly with an excellent comprehension of the English language is essential. 

• Work is generally performed 50% indoors and 50% outdoors. 

Physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the duties in the conditions of the work environment. 

Travel: 

Travel within the Continental United States (CONUS) to support tasks and requirements may be required. 

AAP/EEO Statement: 

Southeastern Cyber LLC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, genetic information and/or predisposing genetic characteristics, victim of domestic violence status, veteran status, or other protected class status. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training. The Company also prohibits retaliation against any employee who exercises his or her rights under applicable anti-discrimination laws. Veterans with expertise in these areas are highly encouraged to apply.