John Deere Dubuque - Instrumentation and Test Technician

John Deere GmbH & Co. KG; Dubuque (IA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Retirement benefits

Wellbeing program

Holidays & vacation

Employee assistance program

Tuition assistance

Fitness subsidies

Charitable contributions match

Discount programs

Job summary

John Deere Dubuque seeks an Instrumentation & Electronic Test Technician to develop, install, maintain, and operate instrumentation and test equipment in laboratories and vehicles. You will perform tests to obtain engineering data to support design and evaluation of prototypes, while prioritizing safety, quality, and teamwork.

Responsibilities include setting up fixtures, conducting vibration, fatigue, and performance tests, diagnosing malfunctions, and calibrating instruments.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and additional credentials or experience in manufacturing.
• Experience setting up and maintaining electronic instrumentation and test equipment.
• Ability to perform manual tasks for extended shifts and lift as required.
• Willingness to work overtime, including weekends, as needed.

Responsibilities

• Develop, install, maintain, and operate instrumentation in test labs and vehicles.
• Conduct tests to obtain engineering data for evaluation and design.
• Set up test fixtures and related controls and instrumentation.
• Operate equipment for vibration, fatigue, stress, and performance tests.
• Diagnose malfunctions and calibrate/testing data; upkeep equipment inventory.
• Work with minimal supervision and support team members.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Overtime willingness

Teamwork

Instrumentation & test operations

Reading schematics

Education

High School Diploma or GED

National Career Readiness Certificate

3+ years manufacturing experience

Tools

Electronic instrumentation equipment

Test equipment

Job description

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John Deere Dubuque - Instrumentation and Test Technician

At John Deere, we run so life can leap forward. This powerful purpose is our promise to humankind that we will dream, design, and deliver breakthrough products that sustain our world for generations to come. The world is counting on us to feed billions of people and build vital infrastructures in villages, towns and megacities. And we live up to the legacy our founder forged in a one-room blacksmith's shop nearly two centuries ago by creating a culture that brings out the best in all of us. A culture where great ideas thrive because every voice is heard.

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

As anInstrumentation & Electronic Test Mechanicwith John Deere in Dubuque, IA, you will:

Develop, install, maintain, and operate electronic, electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical instrumentation and test equipment in test laboratory and instrumentation vehicles. In addition, you will conduct tests to obtain engineering data for evaluation and design of experimental equipment, attachments, or component parts. Employees will work in an environment focused on safety, quality, and teamwork.

Job details are dependent on duties assigned but in general consist of the following:

• Work from written or verbal instructions and use specifications, test procedures, prints or diagrams as required.
• Sets up and maintain test fixtures, associated controls, and instrumentation.
• Perform related mechanical work to satisfy specified test conditions, conduct tests, and obtain accurate data.
• Utilize instrumentation and test equipment to conduct tests such as vibration, fatigue, stress, performance, and efficiency.
• Diagnose malfunctions and make corrections.
• Calculate, record or plot data gathered from tests as required.
• Check, service, calibrate, and maintain inventory of test equipment to keep it in satisfactory operating condition.
• Assist and support other team members and work with minimal supervision.
• Clean work area and perform other miscellaneous duties inherent to the job.
• Work shifts (choice of shift based on seniority).

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must have at least one of the following:
  • High School Diploma or G.E.D.
  • National Career Readiness Certificate (NCRC)
  • At least 3 years of manufacturing work experience
• Electronics degree and/or equivalent education or at least 4 years of equivalent work experience.
• Experience setting up and maintaining electronic instrumentation and test equipment.
• Ability to perform manual tasks related to described job duties for duration of work shift; including but not limited to frequent standing, walking, bending, and lifting.
• Ability and willingness to work potential overtime (including weekends).

If you strive to do great work, excel in creative environments, thrive in teams, and live for problem solving – this is the place for you. At John Deere, your ideas, experiences, and values matter.

Please see below for a summary of the value of your John Deere career and total rewards available to you to support you and your well-being.

• Highly competitive base pay and performance bonuses
• Savings & Retirement benefits
• Wellbeing – Physical and Mental Healthcare
• Paid Holidays & Competitive Vacation Packages
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Tuition Assistance
• Fitness subsidies and on-site gyms at specific Deere locations
• Charitable contribution match
• Rebate Program & numerous discount programs for personal use

John Deere is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Nearest Major Market: Dubuque
Job Segment: Instrumentation, Maintenance, Technician, Testing, Hydraulics, Engineering, Manufacturing, Technology

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