Design Engineer, Crop Care Planters

AGCO; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care and wellness plans

401(k) savings plan with company match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Paid holidays and paid time off

Job summary

A leading agricultural equipment manufacturer is seeking a Design Engineer in Jackson, MS, to develop 3D CAD designs and collaborate across various engineering and manufacturing teams. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's in mechanical or agricultural engineering and 3+ years of experience. The role offers a competitive salary of $65,000–$80,000 and benefits including health care, 401(k) matching, and flexible work options.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical or agricultural engineering from an accredited university; 3+ years of experience.
• Prior experience in agricultural equipment design is a plus but not mandatory.
• Familiarity with Creo Parametric for 3D CAD design is essential.
• Effective communication and problem-solving mindset are key traits for success.

Responsibilities

• Develop robust 3D CAD designs that meet product requirements.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to balance performance, cost, risk, and timelines.
• Create and release accurate 2D drawings for manufacturing and procurement.

Skills

3D CAD Design

Effective Communication

Problem-Solving

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical or agricultural engineering

Tools

Creo Parametric

PLM Systems

Job description

Design Engineer, Crop Care Planters

Date: Apr 14, 2026

Location: Jackson, MN, US

Workplace Type: Onsite

We collaborate extensively across the broader design engineering organization, including simulation, powertrain, hydraulics, electrical, cab, and software teams. Our work is tightly integrated with validation teams to ensure designs meet functional and durability standards. Downstream, we engage with manufacturing, quality, and marketing to ensure smooth product delivery and alignment with customer expectations.

Your Impact:

• Develop robust 3D CAD designs that meet product requirements.
• Communicate design concepts across teams and stakeholders.
• Solve engineering problems and document design decisions.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to balance performance, cost, risk, and timelines.
• Create and release accurate 2D drawings for manufacturing and procurement.

Your Experience and Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical or agricultural engineering from an accredited university; 3+ years of experience.
• Prior experience in agricultural equipment design is a plus but not mandatory.
• Familiarity with Creo Parametric for 3D CAD design is essential.
• Knowledge of PLM systems and AGCO‑specific engineering tools will be developed on the job.
• Strong command of English (spoken, written, and reading) is required, as all documentation and communication are conducted in English.
• Effective communication, adaptability to evolving project scopes, a problem‑solving mindset, teamwork, and attention to detail are key traits for success.
• Entry‑level role suitable for recent graduates or early‑career professionals, with a collaborative engineering setting focused on design accuracy and innovation.

Your Compensation:

• Base salary: $65,000–$80,000, based on experience.
• Bonus eligibility: up to 8% of compensation.

Benefits:

• Health care and wellness plans.
• Dental and vision plans.
• Flexible and virtual work options (where available).
• 401(k) savings plan with company match.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan offering eligible employees the ability to purchase AGCO stock at a discounted price.
• Paid holidays and paid time off.
• Health savings and flexible spending accounts.
• Reimbursement for continuing education.
• Life insurance and other supplemental insurance plans.

Your Workplace:

• You will work with your colleagues in the onsite model from Jackson (USA) Jackson.