Mechanization Specialist (Agricultural Machinery)

About the role

Syngenta Seeds Field Crops is looking for a Mechanization Specialist based in Nakhon Sawan, Thailand. The role leads the evaluation, design and deployment of mechanization and automation solutions across R&D stations and trialing operations, and supports Smart / Connected Farm initiatives.

Key responsibilities

• Lead evaluation, design and deployment of standardized mechanization and automation solutions across R&D stations and trialing operations
• Drive scalability and continuous improvement of mechanization frameworks to boost productivity and cost efficiency
• Pilot and implement new technologies such as precision agriculture, IoT and smart equipment
• Partner with station teams to optimize mechanized field operations and develop SOPs
• Establish and manage preventive maintenance programs for equipment reliability, safety and uptime
• Oversee asset lifecycle management, including planning, repair, upgrades and replacement of rolling stock
• Manage vendors, cross-functional stakeholders and mechanization projects (budget, timeline, delivery and training)

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Agricultural Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics or a related field
• Minimum 2-5 years of experience in agricultural mechanization, farm operations or engineering roles
• Proven track record of deploying mechanization, automation or engineering improvement projects

Required skills

• Strong knowledge of agricultural machinery, equipment systems and preventive maintenance
• Familiarity with precision agriculture technologies (GPS, sensors, IoT, digital farming tools)
• Desired: strong project and stakeholder management in a cross-functional environment, hands-on problem solving and adaptability to new technologies