Amalgamated Sugar Company is seeking an Agricultural Engineer to design machinery and equipment specific to the Agricultural Department’s harvest operations, including machinery that unloads sugarbeets from grower’s trucks and stockpiles the product, known as “pilers”.
This position requires an individual that is interested in engaging in all aspects of product development, including idea generation and screening, concept testing and comparison to existing methods, iterative design of solution, and manufacturability and deployment.
Enthusiasm for hands-on work outside of the office is a must, as this role requires moderate travel for field support of the department’s remote receiving sites and the maintenance crews that maintain and upgrade existing machinery at those sites.
Additional Responsibilities
- Innovate solutions – Take conceptual alternatives to operations functions through product development process to find solutions to improve efficiency and reduce labor
- Maximize functionality – Implement design improvements to new and existing machinery that improves functionality for operators, maintenance personnel, and delivery trucks
- Project design support – Manage multiple projects: develop scopes of work, cost estimates, budgets and project proposals; oversee procurement, construction, and commissioning
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical, Structural, or Agricultural Engineering
- Demonstrated SolidWorks and PDMWorks software skills
- Proficient in Microsoft applications
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively
Additional Qualifications
- 5+ years engineering experience in related field related to OEM equipment design
- Experience or familiarity with agricultural or mining machinery and equipment
- Experience or familiarity with manufacturing and fabrication methods
- Excellent communication skills at all levels of an organization to effectively convey, discuss, and implement technical applications and information
Amalgamated Sugar Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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Skills Required
- Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical, Structural, or Agricultural Engineering
- Demonstrated SolidWorks and PDMWorks software skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft applications
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively
- 5+ years of engineering experience in a related field involving OEM equipment design
- Experience or familiarity with agricultural or mining machinery and equipment
- Experience or familiarity with manufacturing and fabrication methods
- Excellent communication skills for conveying and implementing technical information
Amalgamated Sugar Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Health insurance is considered a standout, with comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage and indications of very low or zero-premium options for many hourly/union roles. Coverage quality is repeatedly characterized as strong.
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Retirement Support — Retirement offerings are viewed as robust, combining a 401(k) with a company match and, for some hourly groups, access to a pension or additional company contributions. This depth in retirement support is frequently highlighted as a core strength.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid holidays, vacation, sick leave, and parental leave are part of the package and are generally well regarded. Time-off programs are described as solid components of total rewards.
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What We Do
Amalgamated Sugar produces sugar from sugarbeets grown by the ~700 members of our cooperative. Headquartered in Boise, Idaho, Amalgamated Sugar is the second-largest refiner and processor of sugar from sugarbeets in the United States.
Why Work With Us
At the Amalgamated Sugar Company, employees are part of a grower-owned company with strong values and a long-standing commitment to its people. Our Total Rewards Program supports employees by offering competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional and personal growth.
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