Engineering Technician: John Deere in East Moline

Discover Quad Cities; Moline, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 47,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

John Deere's East Moline, IL location seeks an Engineering Technician to support development through testing, calibration and reporting. The role involves setup and troubleshooting of hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, and instrumentation systems, with travel up to 40% and potential weekend overtime.

A high school diploma or GED is required; an associate or bachelor’s in a technology field is preferred, along with a valid driver's license. CDL may be pursued.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; qualifying manufacturing experience accepted.
• Associate or Bachelor's in a technology-related field preferred.
• Valid driver's license required; CDL willingness to obtain preferred.
• Experience with electronic instrumentation is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, maintain, troubleshoot, repair and calibrate equipment.
• Prepare daily/weekly test reports and document unresolved issues.
• Support testing of experimental agricultural equipment and data collection.

Skills

Equipment testing

Calibration

Electrical systems

Technical reporting

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate or Bachelor's in technology-related field (preferred)

Job description

# Engineering Technician: John Deere in East MolineEast Moline, IL 61244 Start Date08/17/2026$39.73 Full-TimeJohn Deere's Research & Development Center - Silvis Engineering Technician role is based in East Moline, Illinois. The position starts at $39.73 an hour and normally works first shift, with potential overtime that can include weekends. The work supports product development through equipment testing, repair, calibration, and technical reporting.The technician travels up to 40% of the year and works with hydraulic, pneumatic, mechanical, electrical, electronic, and instrumentation systems. A valid driver's license is required, and the role includes a willingness to obtain a commercial driver's license. The position calls for at least 18 years of age plus a high school diploma or GED, qualifying manufacturing experience, or comparable hands-on technical preparation. An associate or bachelor's degree in a technology-related field and experience with electronic instrumentation are preferred.* **Role:** Engineering Technician* **Employer:** John Deere* **Location:** East Moline, Illinois 61244* **Pay:** Starting at $39.73 per hour* **Employment type:** Full-TimeApply For This JobA candidate settles first-shift flexibility, travel availability, and potential weekend overtime before applying. The required background includes a qualifying education or technical experience path, a valid driver's license, and the ability to perform frequent standing, walking, bending, and lifting.## Equipment Testing In East MolineThe role sets up, operates, maintains, troubleshoots, repairs, and calibrates equipment used in laboratory and field testing. Test fixtures, stands, controls, and instrumentation require regular service so the engineering team can collect dependable data. Daily and weekly reports record test results and unresolved issues.East Moline engineering work includes equipment and component evaluation, software testing, and support for experimental agricultural equipment. The technician assembles, disassembles, diagnoses, overhauls, repairs, adjusts, and tests machines during product development. The engineering work in East Moline uses both hands-on mechanical work and electronic test equipment.## Agricultural Equipment And Field SupportJohn Deere develops equipment connected to food, fiber, fuel, and infrastructure. The East Moline position works directly with experimental agricultural equipment, which gives the technician a production setting for mechanical diagnosis, instrumentation, and test execution. Customer and engineer communication is part of resolving test problems.Field travel can reach 40% of the year, so the role combines work at the research and development center with assignments away from the main facility. Shift flexibility matters when testing requires extended hours or weekend work. Current Quad Cities job listings include engineering, production, maintenance, warehouse, and operations positions across East Moline, Moline, Davenport, and Milan.## Technical Preparation And Physical WorkThe minimum qualification path allows several types of preparation. A candidate can qualify with a high school diploma or GED, a National Career Readiness Certificate, at least three years of manufacturing experience, or at least two years of hands-on mechanical or electrical aptitude through post-secondary education or equivalent work experience.* At least 18 years of age* Valid driver's license* Willingness to obtain a CDL* Microsoft Office and electronic-device experience* Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift during equipment work* Willingness to travel and work potential overtimeElectronic instrumentation, test equipment, and prior John Deere Silvis student or internship experience strengthen a candidate's preparation. The work also requires clear communication when equipment problems affect testing or product improvement.## John Deere Careers And BenefitsJohn Deere's careers program covers work connected to food, fiber, fuel, and infrastructure. The company traces its history to a one-room blacksmith's shop, while its current business includes agricultural, construction, forestry, landscaping, and engine products.The position includes base pay and performance bonuses, savings and retirement benefits, physical and mental healthcare, paid holidays, vacation packages, tuition assistance, employee assistance programs, and fitness support at some locations. John Deere careers also includes rebate and discount programs plus charitable contribution matching.Qualified applicants receive consideration without regard to protected characteristics, and the employer prohibits discrimination in employment decisions. The position's local market references Davenport and Moline, while the primary work location is East Moline.The role connects hands-on testing with the product decisions that shape working agricultural equipment. Its reports, equipment checks, and field observations give engineers measurable information for future design and improvement.