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Job Description

Company Description Sensaplant develops hardware, software, and innovative measurement methods for locally monitoring plantsap, irrigation, and drainwater, enabling accurate interpretation of a crop’s complete nutrient status. By providing fast, practical insight at the point where decisions are made, Sensaplant helps growers and crop teams optimize crop health and resource use. The company focuses on turning complex plant and nutrient data into actionable information that supports better agronomic decisions. Sensaplant operates at the intersection of plant science, sensor technology, and data analytics, offering applicants the opportunity to work on meaningful, impact-driven solutions for modern agriculture. Role Description This full-time Scientific Engineer role is based in Tilburg in a hybrid setup, combining on-site collaboration with flexibility to work from home. The Scientific Engineer will design, test, and refine sensor hardware and measurement setups for plantsap, irrigation, and drainwater. Day-to-day tasks include developing and validating data acquisition methods, analyzing plant and nutrient data, and translating experimental results into practical guidelines for growers and crop teams. The role involves close collaboration with software engineers and agronomy specialists to integrate measurement systems with data interpretation tools and decision-support applications. The Scientific Engineer will document methodologies, prepare technical reports, and contribute to continuous improvement of Sensaplant’s measurement technology and product offerings. Qualifications Strong scientific and analytical skills in fields such as plant physiology, agronomy, environmental science, or a related discipline. Experience with experimental design, data collection, and quantitative data analysis, preferably in plant or soil systems. Background in sensor technology, instrumentation, or hardware development, including testing and validation of measurement systems. Ability to collaborate with software and engineering teams, with familiarity in data processing, modeling, or algorithm development considered an advantage. Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in engineering, natural sciences, or a closely related field; equivalent practical experience is also valued. Clear written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex scientific concepts in an accessible way to non-specialist stakeholders. Comfort working in a hybrid environment in Tilburg, with a proactive and self-organized approach to both on-site and remote work. Interest in sustainable agriculture and technology-driven innovation; prior industry or research experience in agri-tech or horticulture is a plus.

Core Responsibilities

Design, test, and refine sensor hardware and measurement setups, develop and validate data acquisition methods, and analyze plant and nutrient data. Collaborate with software engineers and agronomy specialists to integrate measurement systems with decision-support tools, document methods, and translate findings into practical guidance for growers.

Requirements

A bachelor’s or master’s degree in engineering, natural sciences, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience, is valued. Candidates should have scientific and analytical skills, experience with experiments and quantitative analysis, and a background in sensors, instrumentation, or hardware testing; experience in agri-tech or horticulture is a plus.