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 — Medical, dental, and vision coverage are standard, and some hourly or union roles advertise $0 premiums, low deductibles, and low out-of-pocket maximums. A recent union agreement is described as maintaining zero-premium employee health coverage, indicating strong employer support for healthcare.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) with employer match is highlighted as generous, with some descriptions noting an additional fixed employer contribution and pension eligibility for certain positions. This combination stands out as a core strength of the total rewards package.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Vacation, sick leave, and paid holidays are consistently included, with mentions of parental and bereavement leave in some materials. These provisions help round out the package alongside demanding operational schedules.
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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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