Mechanical Engineer (Agri-Tech / Sensor Systems) (m / f / d)

At Stenon, we are on a mission to democratize soil data. As the global market leader in real-time, laboratory-independent soil analytics, we empower farmers with actionable insights to improve yield, crop quality, and soil health while reducing input costs and environmental impact.

To advance our next generation of soil sensing technology, we are looking for a Mechanical Engineer who can design robust, field-ready hardware that survives real agricultural conditions.

Position :

As a Mechanical Engineer, you will take ownership of the mechanical design of a metal soil sensor head that is inserted into and dragged through soil using agricultural machinery (e.g., tractor-mounted systems). You will design durable, manufacturable components that integrate optical sensors (NIR, UV-VIS) and electrochemical sensing (EIS), while withstanding abrasion, impact, moisture, and long-term field wear.

You will work closely with electronics, optics, and production teams to bring designs from concept to CNC-manufactured reality.

Tasks

You will :

• Design and develop mechanical components and assemblies for a metal soil sensor head used in harsh agricultural environments
• Engineer structures that withstand abrasion, impact, vibration, moisture, and long-term soil contact
• Select suitable metals, coatings, and surface treatments to minimize wear and corrosion in the field
• Design for CNC machining, including tolerances, manufacturability, and cost efficiency
• Integrate optical components such as lenses, windows, and sensor mounts while ensuring alignment stability and environmental sealing
• Collaborate with electronics and optics teams to ensure proper thermal, mechanical, and environmental interfaces
• Create detailed CAD models, technical drawings, and BOMs
• Support prototyping, testing, and iterative design improvements based on field feedback
• Work with production and suppliers to transition designs into small- and medium-scale manufacturing
• Contribute to design documentation and engineering change processes

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Benefits

What we offer :

Why us?

We are changing how farmers understand and manage their soil—moving from lab-based analysis to real-time insights directly in the field. We value transparency, ownership, and continuous improvement, and we believe great products come from teams that respect and support each other.

We set high standards, reward performance, and foster a positive, constructive feedback culture.

Interested?

If you are ready to tackle the challenge of making complex soil data instantly accessible and actionable for farmers worldwide, we want to hear from you.

Send us your application (CV or LinkedIn).

if you have any questions – we're happy to help.

Founded in 2018 and headquartered in Potsdam, Germany, Stenon GmbH is the global leader in real-time digital soil data. Our innovative technology provides essential soil insights to optimize yields, improve soil health, and reduce input costs. Designed for input retailers, machinery dealers, agriculture consultants, and food producers, we empower businesses to drive efficiency, sustainability, and success across the agricultural value chain.

Join us in shaping the future of agriculture and making a lasting impact on how the world grows its food!