Engineering Development Program - Weld

John Deere; Illinois; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

401K

Health benefits

Tuition assistance

On-site gym

Employee discounts

Adoption assistance

Job summary

John Deere is offering an Engineering Development Program in Weld for recent graduates. You will rotate through Weld Manufacturing Engineering, Fabrication, and Tooling areas across Midwest locations, gaining hands-on experience in welding processes and tooling design.

The program emphasizes teamwork, problem solving, and communication, with relocation as required and no visa sponsorship. Eligible candidates have a welding engineering degree and a 2.8+ GPA, with 2026–2027 graduation window.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Welding Engineering or related field with graduation window Dec 2026–Aug 2027.
• GPA 3.0+; minimum 2.8 on a 4.0 scale.
• Willing to relocate to John Deere factory locations in the Midwest.
• US Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
• Previous intern or co-op in weld engineering.
• Strong problem solving and teamwork skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Participate in eight-month rotations across Weld Manufacturing Engineering.
• Learn and execute weld processes in multiple areas (Weld OFP, Fabrication OFP, Tooling).
• Work at John Deere locations in the Midwest.
• Collaborate with teams to solve problems and improve processes.
• Support engineering projects and documentation.

Skills

Welding Eng degree

GPA 2.8+

Relocation willing

Teamwork skills

Communication skills

MS Office

Co-op/intern weld

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Welding Engineering

Graduation window 2026–2027

Tools

Pro/E

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

SAP

Job description

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Job ID 122997

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)- Illinois-
Function: Factory Engineering (CA)
Title: Engineering Development Program - Weld-122997
Onsite/Remote:Onsite Position

Your Responsibilities

The 2027 Weld Manufacturing Engineering Development Program gives recent engineering graduates three experiences over a two year period. The eight-month rotations include assignments in Weld OFP Manufacturing Engineering, Fabrication OFP Manufacturing Engineering, Tooling Engineering and Fabrication or Weld PDP— all possible at John Deere locations in the Midwest. You’ll have the opportunity to learn and execute weld processes within each of these areas.

VISA Sponsorship is NOT available for this position

What Skills You Need

• Currently pursuing or recent college graduate with a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Welding Engineering or related Engineering degree with an anticipated graduation date of December 2026 through August 2027
• Desired cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above on a 4.0 scale. Minimum cumulative GPA required of 2.8 on a 4.0 scale
• Candidates must be willing to relocate to a John Deere Factory location per Weld assignment.
• Work Statement: US Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
• Previous intern or co-op experience in weld engineering
• Experience with problem solving and working in a team environment .
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Familiar with Microsoft Office products.

What Makes You Stand Out

• Experience with Pro/E, Solid Works, or AutoCAD.
• Experience with tooling design.
• Working knowledge of robotics and design for automation.
• Knowledge of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T).
• Experience with SAP.
• Experience with line design, material presentation, cycle balancing

Education

• Currently pursuing or recent college graduate with a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Welding Engineering or related Engineering degree with an anticipated graduation date of December 2026 through August 2027
• Desired cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above on a 4.0 scale. Minimum cumulative GPA required of 2.8 on a 4.0 scale

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:

• 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

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.

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, 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.