Irrigation System Engineer

A “Day in the Life” of the Irrigation System Engineer

As the Irrigation System Engineer, you’ll be the backbone of our field operations, ensuring seamless execution of product installations across agricultural and golf course projects. Your day starts early, reviewing the project schedule, checking in with field teams, and ensuring equipment and materials are ready for the day's work. Whether it’s leading an installation, troubleshooting issues, serving our customers, or coordinating with vendors, you're hands-on in the field—problem-solving in real time and keeping projects on track. Safety is the centerpiece of everything we do, make sure everyone gets home safely at the end of every day. You will also back up the Managing Director with a variety of projects.

General Responsibilities

Lead field operations for product installations, ensuring high-quality execution and efficiency.

Supervise and support field teams, providing leadership, training, and troubleshooting as needed.

Manage project logistics, including scheduling, materials coordination, and equipment readiness.

Ensure safety compliance, maintaining OSHA-30 standards and best practices on all job sites.

Optimize the utilization of irrigation systems, including pumps, hoses, and water movement under pressure.

Provide technical expertise in system design, troubleshooting, and repairs as needed.

Document all project work, including installation records, safety reports, and follow-up documentation.

Collaborate with the sales team, providing insights to help secure and plan future projects.

Support business growth by assisting in the development of new operational bases and hiring additional Project Managers.

Travel as required, managing field operations across multiple locations (Yuma, Bakersfield, Fresno, and surrounding areas).

Act as a right hand to the Managing Director, freeing them up to focus on strategic business growth initiatives.

Additional responsibilities as needed.

Characteristics of the Role

Hands-on Leadership: Be a leader and be willing to work on anything needed.

Process Improvement: Generating concise results and always improving.

Strategy: Create a scalable, world-class operation.

Potere Search, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.