Factory Automation Engineer John Deere John Deere

Northwest Iowa Community College; Waterloo (IA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Waterloo, IA, is looking for a Factory Automation Engineer to support the design and implementation of automated manufacturing solutions. The role involves maintaining electrical systems and programming PLC/HMI systems while collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure safe and efficient operation of factory automation systems. Candidates should have strong technical aptitude, safety awareness, and effective communication skills.

Qualifications

• Strong technical aptitude and commitment to learning are essential.
• High level of safety awareness is required.
• Effective communication skills are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Support the design, integration, and implementation of automated solutions.
• Maintain and improve electrical systems and program PLC/HMI systems.
• Collaborate with teams to ensure reliable factory automation.

Skills

Technical aptitude

Safety awareness

Effective communication skills

Commitment to ongoing learning

Job description

As a Factory Automation Engineer for John Deere Drivetrain Operations located in Waterloo, IA, you will:

Responsibilities

• Support the design, integration, and implementation of automated solutions across the manufacturing floor.
• Maintaining and improving electrical systems, programming PLC/HMI systems, and establishing connectivity with MES/SCADA systems.
• Work under the guidance of senior engineers and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure reliable, safe, and efficient operation of factory automation systems.

Qualifications

• Requires a strong technical aptitude, a high level of safety awareness, effective communication skills, and a commitment to ongoing learning.