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, including disabled & veterans.

Primary Location: United States (US) - Iowa - Ottumwa

Function: Factory Engineering (CA)

Title: Weld Manufacturing Engineer - 124331

Onsite/Remote: Onsite Position

Your Responsibilities

As a Weld Manufacturing Engineer for John Deere Ottumwa Works located in Ottumwa, IA , you will:

• Investigate, gather, and analyze data for identifying root cause for welding issues in the departments supported

• Identify and implement safety, ergonomic, quality, cost reduction improvements for welding operation

• Design cell layouts to improve material flow and material presentation

• Provide support of welding and fabrication operations utilizing your technical experiences.

• Drive continuous improvements working with a cross functional wage and salary team while supporting daily production.

• Establishing sequence of events, proper operating method sheets, layouts, tool concepts, part and equipment costs, and quality plans.

• Participate in team studies related to capacity, productivity, and efficiency and quality improvement.

VISA Sponsorship is NOT available for this position

What Skills You Need

• Knowledge of manufacturing weld processes, quality, tooling, tool design, total preventative maintenance and facilities

• Ability to work off-shift and weekends as needed.

• Knowledge of engineering tools, systems and databases (SAP, MES, etc.)

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications

• Ability to effectively interact and communicate with wage employees, supervisors, managers and other engineers

• Self-motivator with the ability to execute a variety of tasks with little supervision

• General understanding of computer aided design and/or engineering tools (ie: ProE, AutoCAD, VisMockup, WeldPRO, etc.)

What Makes You Stand Out

• Experience programming and troubleshooting robotic welding applications in a manufacturing environment. (ie: Fanuc systems)

• Experience with shop floor manufacturing and incentive pay systems such as Continuous Improvement Pay Plan (CIPP)

• Experience with the installation and start-up of new automation systems and tooling.

• Understanding of safety critical welded structures and critical asset management.

• Demonstrated experience effectively interacting and communicating with production employees, supervisors, managers, and other engineers.

• Experience using SAP and computer aided design and/or engineering tools (ie: Creo, AutoCAD, etc.).

• Experience leading large strategic projects or large tactical projects.

• Experience with line design, material presentation, cycles of imbalance and visual management tools such as simulations and 3D factory.

• Experience in PLC logic and trouble shooting.

Education

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

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or equivalent manufacturing engineering experience

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

• Savings & Retirement benefits (401K and Defined Contribution)

• 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

• Vacation and Holiday Pay

$77,628.00 - $116,436.00 + Benefits

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Must be 18 years of age or older to apply

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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