Design Engineer, Continuous Improvement Vehicle

Company: John Deere & Company
Location: Waterloo
Posted on: March 10, 2023

Job Description:

There are over 7 billion people on this planet. And by 2050, there will be 2 billion more... many moving into urban centers at an unprecedented rate. Making sure there is enough food, fiber and infrastructure for our rapidly growing world is what we're all about at John Deere. And it's why we're investing in our people and our technology like never before! Here the world's brightest minds are tackling the world's biggest challenges. If you believe one person can make the world a better place, we'll put you to work. RIGHT NOW.

John Deere is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to, among other things, race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability.

Primary Location: United States (US) - Iowa - Waterloo Function: Engineering (CA)Title: Design Engineer, Continuous Improvement Vehicle - 96184 Onsite/Remote:Partial Remote Position

Your Responsibilities

As a Design Engineer, Continuous Improvement Vehicle for the John Deere Product Engineering Center located in Waterloo, IA, you will:

--- Provide Continuous Improvement design support for the Row Crop Business Units at TCAO.
--- Implement designs that improve quality and warranty goals for the customer.
--- Collaborate with other engineering and factory functional groups to develop those Continuous Improvement tractor designs.
--- Validate and release component designs through the John Deere CI process and systems.

VISA Sponsorship is NOT Available for this position.

What Skills You Need

--- 2 or more years experience integrating tractor subsystems (hydraulic, engine, axles, drivetrain, cab, etc.) and designing simple & complex tractor components.
--- 2 or more years of experience in roles requiring application of fundamental engineering principles (such as: fluids, mechanics, kinematics, thermodynamics, statics, dynamics, and material properties).
--- 2 or more years experience creating models and drawings and working in top down assemblies within Pro/E Creo.
--- 2 or more years experience utilizing GD&T within drawings and for tolerance stackups.
--- 2 or more years experience working with cross-functional teams and projects.

What Makes You Stand Out

--- Knowledge of Large Tractor platforms and applications.
--- Knowledge of factory layouts and processes.
--- Knowledge and understanding of Large Tractor chassis designs.
--- PDMLink, cProjects, and SAP experience.
--- Knowledge of Systems Engineering methodology.
--- Ability to prioritize skills and experiences from most important to least.

Education Details

Ideally you will have a degree or equivalent related work experience in the following:

--- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Agricultural, or related engineering field.

What You'll Get

At John Deere, you are empowered to create a career that will take you to where you want to go while working in an inclusive team environment. Here, you'll enjoy the freedom to explore new projects, the support to think outside the box and the advanced tools and technology that foster innovation and achievement. Additionally, we offer a comprehensive reward package to help you get started on your new career path, including:

--- Flexible work arrangements
--- Highly competitive base pay and performance bonuses
--- Savings & Retirement benefits (401K and Defined Benefit Pension)
--- Healthcare benefits with a generous company contribution in the Health Savings Account
--- Adoption assistance
--- Employee Assistance Programs
--- Tuition assistance
--- Fitness subsidies and on-site gyms at specific Deere locations
--- Charitable contribution match
--- Employee Purchase Plan & numerous discount programs for personal use

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The information contained herein is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and qualifications required of individuals performing the job. The qualifications detailed in this job description are not considered the minimum requirements necessary to perform the job, but rather as guidelines.

The terms of the applicable benefit plans, and all company actions administering or interpreting these plans, continue to control. Deere & Company reserves the right to suspend, amend, modify, or terminate the Plan(s) in any manner at any time, including the right to modify or eliminate any cost-sharing between the company and participants. Changes, which can be made at any time, are made by action of the company's board of directors, or to the extent authorized by resolution of its board of directors, or by the Deere & Company Compensation Committee. In the event of a conflict between the language of the official Plan Documents and this document, the language of the official Plan Documents will control.

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The John Deere Health Benefit Plans for Salaried Employees and The John Deere Benefit Plan for Wage Employees comply with applicable Federal civil rights laws and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, or sex.

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