Florida Crystals is a leading domestic sugar producer and North America’s first fully integrated cane sugar company, guiding our sugar from farm to table.  We are America’s first and only producer of certified organic sugar, grown and harvested in the United States. Our renewable energy facility is the largest of its kind in North America and provides clean energy that powers our sugar operations, which helps us reduce our use of fossil fuels.  Florida Crystals also sustainably farms rice, sweet corn and other vegetables in rotation with our sugarcane.  Our rice mill is the only rice mill in Florida. 

 

The SRDP, under general direction or working independently, oversees and is responsible for supporting water control operations of a large multi-crop agricultural farm. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of hydraulic principles, including designing, purchasing, and installing culverts and pump stations based on the needed flowrates. Candidates will have experience managing large-scale engineering and construction projects. Agricultural experience in sugarcane or other row crops is a plus.

 

DETAILED ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Develop designs for culverts, pump stations, and other water management infrastructure to optimize farm operations Apply hydraulic principles to determine appropriate flow rates and velocities for drainage and irrigation systems Provides support in analytical and financial analysis for Capital Projects Oversee the selection and purchase of equipment and materials and manage the installation of infrastructure projects Responsible for using explosives for improvement of canals/roads, refurbishment of drainage systems & pump stations Plan, coordinate, and manage engineering projects to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery Work closely with farm managers, contractors, and suppliers to align infrastructure designs with operational needs Ensure that all designs and installations meet local, state, and industry standards Conduct inspections and ensure that completed structures are functional, durable, and meet engineering specifications Provides technical support and direction to contractors Keep records of projects completed, issues encountered, and equipment usage Must be able to prepare daily, weekly and monthly reports, maintain records and compose correspondence as required Must be able to develop and implement engineering goals, objectives & operational improvements that are consistent with Company’s objectives

 

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor’s degree in engineering such as Civil, Environmental, or Agricultural Engineering Must pass State Explosive License Test within 6 months of employment and a Federal Blasting Background Check by the ATF 

 

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

Yes

 

ESSENTIAL CAPABILITIES (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES)

Minimum two years working in engineering projects related to water resources, civil, or environmental Minimum one year of project management experience, overseeing projects from start to finish Minimum one year of experience in earthwork activities such as culvert installations and canal digging Agricultural experience in sugarcane, other row crops, and rice is a plus Skill in reading, interpreting, and analyzing information from instruments, charts, and schematic drawings as applicable Skill in establishing and maintaining good working relationships with co-workers and outside agencies Skill in developing, implementing and overseeing through completion both long and short-term project plans Skill in resolving problems or situations requiring the exercise of good judgment Skill in preparing clear and concise written reports Ability to communicate verbally and in writing in a clear and concise manner with coworkers and contractors Possess a working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suites This job requires the ability to push, pull, or lift a minimum of 50lbs, able to kneel, reach, squat, stoop, twist, and climb heavy equipment Position requires being on your feet regularly with use of hands, arms, and legs. Including walking on sloped ground and near canal banks When operating equipment sits for extended periods of time will also occur

 

LOCATION OF ROLE

FCC Ag Group – primarily ACE (Belle Glade, FL)

 

 

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law.  All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.