About the role#
Netafim is looking for a student to join the irrigation systems development team. You will work on industrial control and automation projects. This role involves hands-on development, testing, and data analysis to support new product creation.
What you'll do#
- Participate in development projects focused on industrial control and automation.
- Create algorithms for machine or process programming.
- Write and edit code based on these algorithms and perform validation.
- Plan tests and experiments to support product development.
- Analyze experiment results, draw conclusions, and suggest improvements.
- Collaborate on the development of new products.
What you'll need#
- Currently in your second or third year of a bachelor degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
- Basic knowledge of industrial control, including motors, pistons, and mechanical mechanisms.
- Familiarity with electrical panel structures and basic electrical standards.
- Experience with various programming languages, code writing, and validation.
- Ability to work physically in a laboratory, factory, and field environments.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
- Ability to work well in a team setting.
- High level of English proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking is preferred.
Location & details#
- This is a paid, rolling internship.
- You must be able to commute independently to the factory in Hatzerim.
- Attendance is required at least two full days per week.
About Netafim
Netafim operates as a precision agriculture company focused on irrigation solutions. Founded in 1965, the business provides systems for agriculture, mining, and landscape projects. It maintains 19 manufacturing plants and 33 subsidiaries across the globe. The company employs over 1,900 people and is headquartered in Tel Aviv.
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