Tired of working for a company that requires you to sit in an office all year? Do you enjoy getting out and working with customers directly and fixing problems on site?
Job Summary
The Field Applications Engineer position includes responsibilities in both the customer service and sales department for HarvestMaster (HM) products. The person hired for this position is responsible for seasonal travel to perform product training, maintenance, and/or installations. Responsibilities also include project planning, sales/service calls (via on-site with customer and by telephone or email) and database entry. The ability to develop trusting, long-term relationships with clients and prospects is necessary. The Field Applications Engineer reports to the Sales Engineer and will work out of the Kansas City area office.
Skills, Knowledge, and Experience
Requires a BS degree in agriculture related field or Associate’s degree with 5 years experience in seed research or farm related operations. Project management knowledge or experience comes highly recommended. Must demonstrate the ability to prioritize and organize. A strong familiarity with PCs and Windows applications such as Windows Explorer, Microsoft Word and Excel along with email and internet communications is required. Candidate must have strong mechanical skills, a basic knowledge of electronics, and the ability to use basic tools; such as voltmeters and wrenches.
Working Hours and Conditions
Generally requires 40-50 hours per week and approximately 1 week of travel per month except during harvest season when more trips and longer hours may be needed to get the job done. When traveling, working conditions might be in cold, dusty, hot, and humid areas. Requires on-call (after-hour) service at least 1-week per month during Spring and Fall harvest seasons.
This is a salaried position with full employee benefits.
If you are interested and meet the above qualifications, forward a cover letter containing salary requirements and a current resume to HR@junipersys.com.