Principal Systems Engineer
Hybrid
Full Time
#Sustainability
#Engineering
#Systems Integration
#Mechanical Engineering
#Electrical Engineering
#Problem Solving
Clean Crop Technologies, Inc. (“Clean Crop”) stops crop loss at the source, removing pathogens from seeds before they are planted, increasing yields, reducing in-field waste, and improving food safety. Clean Crop’s Clean Current technology combines electricity and food-grade gases to create cold plasma, inactivating a broad spectrum of contaminants from seed surfaces in a dry, automated, and residue-free process. We are building a dynamic team of engineers and technicians, administrators, and scientists with a passion for innovation, experimentation, pushing the envelope of what's possible, and a hunger to work at an agile start-up. If that sounds like you, we'd love to talk!
As our Principal Systems Engineer, you'll help drive our technical strategy, optimizing our core platform while mentoring fellow engineers through subsystem improvements. You'll have the opportunity to directly contribute to improving global agricultural practices and efficiency.
Join us in Holyoke, MA, where we've just launched our first processing facility, and be part of a rapidly growing startup that's already signed over $3 million in contracts with multinational growers. With $19.5 million in funding and plans for expansion, your expertise will be crucial in scaling our technology to reach more growers nationwide and beyond. Hybrid work between our Boston, MA satellite lab and our Holyoke headquarters also considered.
If you're passionate about sustainable solutions and want to contribute to a technology that's unlocking more food without using more water, land, or energy, we want to hear from you
What You'll Do:
Equipment Development & Systems Integration
- Lead the improvement strategy of our cold plasma seed treatment equipment
- Integrate mass handling equipment with our cold plasma seed treatment equipment
- Drive subsystem optimization across mechanical, electrical, and control engineering domains
- Design and implement test beds for system validation and improvement
- Oversee equipment commissioning and stability improvements
- Build robust validation processes for new subsystems
- Collaborate with recipe development team on equipment handoffs
Technical Leadership
- Guide junior engineers in subsystem development and testing
- Establish best practices for system integration and testing
- Foster independent problem-solving capabilities within the team
- Drive continuous improvement in team effectiveness
We'd Love to Meet You If:
- You're a systems thinker who excels at cross-domain problem solving
- You're a strong communicator comfortable leading technical discussions
- You're comfortable working in a startup environment with a persistent prevalence to ambiguity and leverages technical debt to advance equipment development
- You're a self-directed individual contributor who can drive collaborative initiatives
- You're a results-oriented professional focused on equipment stability and performance
- You're skilled at leveraging your network of subject matter experts and industry connections for ideating and problem solving technical challenges.
Key Qualifications:
- B.S or M.S. in Systems, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience
- 8+ years of hands-on engineering experience in industrial equipment; preference will be given to experience with mass handling
- Demonstrated mastery across mechanical, electrical, and control engineering
- Experience leading complex system integration projects
- Track record of successfully mentoring junior engineers
- History of improving engineering processes and practices
- Proven ability to balance technical excellence with practical execution
What You'll Love About Us:
- Impactful Work: Be an essential team member in a Series A startup at the forefront of sustainable agriculture innovation
- Professional Growth: Investment in your development through professional opportunities and mentorship
- Comprehensive Benefits: Health, vision, dental, and life insurance; Optional 401K; 3 weeks PTO; 12 weeks of 100% paid parental leave
- Location: Relocation assistance to vibrant Holyoke, MA. Hybrid arrangement between our Boston MA location and Holyoke, MA HQ also considered.
About Holyoke, MA:
Nestled in the scenic Pioneer Valley of Western MA, Holyoke offers a rich blend of culture, nature, and community. Conveniently located near urban hubs like Springfield and Northampton, as well as a two-hour drive from both Boston and Providence, residents enjoy the perfect balance of small-town charm and city accessibility. With a vibrant arts scene, diverse outdoor activities, and a burgeoning culinary landscape, Holyoke has something to offer for every member of your family. To learn more, visit https://www.exploreholyoke.com/
We believe our impact is greater when our teams reflect the communities we serve. Clean Crop is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified candidates regardless of race, ancestry, color, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, citizenship, disability, Veteran status, marital status, or any other protected status. If you have a special need or disability that requires accommodation, please let us know.
AGENCY NOTICE: We are not engaging with recruitment agencies for this role. We will not respond to unsolicited agency outreach or consider blind candidate submissions. Please do not contact us regarding this position unless specifically requested. Direct applications from qualified candidates only.
Clean Crop Technologies, Inc.
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