What are the responsibilities and job description for the Controlled Environment Specialist position at Corteva Agriscience?
Who are we, and what do we do?
At Corteva Agriscience, you will help us grow what’s next. No matter your role, you will be part of a team that is building the future of agriculture – leading breakthroughs in the innovation and application of science and technology that will better the lives of people all over the world and fuel the progress of humankind.
Corteva is seeking to hire a Controlled Environment Specialist.
What You’ll Do:
- Lead the operation of environmental controls in greenhouses, growth chambers and vertical chambers utilizing industry standard software systems (e.g. Argus).
- Support routine and preventive maintenance of controlled environment spaces in partnership with on-site maintenance & operations processes.
- The position requires strong problem-solving and communication skills, record keeping, and documentation.
- Participate in infrastructure upgrade and modernization projects including project planning, budgeting, and collaboration with internal and external stakeholders to achieve project goals.
- Develop multi-generational plans for controlled environment data connections and utilization by evaluating existing sensors, probes, and other online monitoring capabilities. Conduct regular audits of climate systems.
- Communicate and summarize project results through documentation, and presentations.
- Work on multiple projects in a highly collaborative environment, including taking the lead on ideation and execution of team projects.
- Be available for weekend and off-hour system monitoring and participate in troubleshooting calls (~10% of the time).
What Skills You Need:
- A bachelor’s or master’s degree in engineering, horticulture, plant science, or a related field plus 1-5 years experience in controlled environment agriculture.
- Ability to work 100% on-site.
- Strong adherence to safety culture at Corteva.
- Mechanically savvy with strong verbal and written communication skills to train team members and interact at all levels of the organization.
- Excellent collaboration and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with people from diverse backgrounds.
- Flexibility to perform work after hours or on weekends.
- Ability to work in a process environment that involves standing, bending, and reaching for 50% of the workday and occasionally lifting moderate weights (up to 50 lbs).
- A high level of independence and initiative.
Preferred Skills:
- 3 or more years of relevant greenhouse or horticulture experience.
- Experience leading infrastructure and capital projects.
- Experience working with automated systems.
- Familiarity with Argus, SCADA, and PLC systems.
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- Numerous development opportunities offered to build your skills
- Be part of a company with a higher purpose and contribute to making the world a better place
- Health benefits for you and your family on your first day of employment
- Four weeks of paid time off and two weeks of well-being pay per year, plus paid holidays
- Excellent parental leave which includes a minimum of 16 weeks for mother and father
- Future planning with our competitive retirement savings plan and tuition reimbursement program
- Learn more about our total rewards package here - Corteva Benefits
- Check out life at Corteva! www.linkedin.com/company/corteva/life
Are you a good match? Apply today! We seek applicants from all backgrounds to ensure we get the best, most creative talent on our team.
Corteva Agriscience is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to embracing our differences to enrich lives, advance innovation, and boost company performance. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, military or veteran status, pregnancy related conditions (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), disability or any other protected status in accordance with federal, state, or local laws.
