About the role#
AgZen is hiring a Research & Development Engineering Co-op for the Winter and Summer 2027 terms. This is a full-time, paid, on-site position based in Somerville, Massachusetts. You will work directly with our engineering teams to test and improve our agrochemical spray technology.
What you'll do#
- Set up lab equipment and materials for agrochemical spray testing.
- Assist with lab experiments on spray hardware and software intended for field use.
- Maintain experimental protocols to ensure product performance.
- Collect and upload data, and assist with model labeling and processing.
- Perform maintenance and troubleshooting on lab and field equipment while following safety guidelines.
- Aid in the design and manufacturing of hardware.
- Create product documentation for end-users and support teams.
- Maintain detailed logs of on-field and in-lab conditions.
- Travel to farms within the US to install and maintain products as needed.
- Present bi-weekly progress updates to the technical team.
What you'll need#
- Current pursuit or completion of a degree in mechanical engineering, environmental science, electrical engineering, agronomy, agribusiness, crop sciences, application technology, or a related field.
- Experience with hands-on product development, lab testing, and rapid prototyping.
- A solid grasp of statistical methods, data visualization, and representation.
- Ability to work in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment.
- Physical ability to work outdoors for extended periods in heat and humidity.
- Experience with 3D printing and Solidworks is a plus.
- Familiarity with agricultural equipment, crop production, or crop protection is a plus.
- Experience in mechanical design or software development is a plus.
Location & details#
- Location: Somerville, MA
- Terms: Winter 2027 and Summer 2027
- Modality: On-site
- Employment: Full-time, paid
About AgZen
AgZen is a farming technology company based in Somerville, Massachusetts. Founded in 2020, the firm specializes in pesticide spraying equipment and mechanical design. It employs 38 people and focuses on interfacial engineering to improve droplet retention on crops. The company helps growers increase yields while reducing chemical usage by 30 to 50 percent.
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