Manager, Engineering, Business Systems

AGCO Corporation; Jackson (MN); On-site; USD 111,000 - 158,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care and wellness plans

Dental and vision plans

401(k) Savings Plan with company match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Paid holidays and PTO

Health savings and flexible spending

Reimbursement for continuing education

Life insurance and other supplemental

Job summary

AGCO Corporation is seeking a Manager of Engineering Data Management and Process Control in Jackson, MN. The role leads global data governance, standardization, digital engineering systems, and AI-enabled transformation across Crop Care.

You will partner with Engineering, IT, Manufacturing and Product Platforms to harmonize processes, improve data quality, and advance the future engineering operating model. This is an on-site role with strong cross-functional impact.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, Data Management, or related field.
• 8+ years in Engineering Operations, Engineering Systems, PLM, Data Management, or related area in manufacturing.
• Experience managing engineering data, product structures, configurations, and lifecycle processes.
• Proven track record in governance, standardization, and continuous improvement across teams/sites.
• Experience driving collaboration between Engineering, IT, and Manufacturing stakeholders.
• Understanding of product development, engineering change management, and data governance.
• Experience leading digital transformation with automation, analytics, or AI-enabled workflows.

Responsibilities

• Define and maintain global standards for engineering data structures, taxonomies, and configurations.
• Drive data integrity, traceability across PLM, ERP, CAD, and related systems.
• Lead standardization of processes, KPIs, and compliance tools across Crop Care.
• Champion AI-enabled and digital transformation initiatives to boost productivity.
• Provide SME support for PLM, PDM, CAD data management and ERP interfaces.
• Support virtual validation, product configuration integrity, and model accuracy.
• Collaborate with global teams to ensure end-to-end data and process alignment.

Skills

Engineering Operations

PLM

Data Management

Process Excellence

Digital Transformation

AI-enabled workflows

Cross-functional collaboration

Lean/Six Sigma

Stakeholder management

Global teams

Education

Bachelor's degree in a technical field

Master's degree preferred

Tools

PLM systems

ERP

CAD/PDM

Job description

Not everyone can claim to feed the world, but it is part of our every day. Behind everything we do for our farmers, there is one AGCO team making it happen. We are proud to put our curiosity to work, building a better and more sustainable world. Join our extraordinary team today!

The Manager of Engineering Data Management and Process Control is a global leader responsible for engineering data governance, process standardization, digital engineering systems, and AI-enabled transformation across the Crop Care platform. This role ensures the integrity of engineering data within PLM, ERP, CAD, and product configuration systems while driving global process harmonization, virtual validation capabilities, and adoption of emerging digital technologies. Working closely with Engineering, IT, Manufacturing, and Product Platforms, this position plays a key role in advancing the future engineering operating model for Crop Care.

Your Impact

• Engineering Data Governance & Management.Define and maintain global standards for Crop Care engineering data structures, taxonomies, product configurations, and lifecycle management. Ensure data integrity, consistency, and traceability across PLM, ERP, CAD, and engineering business systems. Act as the global owner of engineering master data policies and governance frameworks. Partner with IT to drive system enhancements, integrations, and digital engineering initiatives.
• Engineering Process Excellence.Develop, implement, and sustain standardized engineering processes and workflows across Crop Care. Establish process control mechanisms, KPIs, and compliance tracking tools. Lead continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies. Ensure alignment of engineering processes with global product development, manufacturing, and quality standards.
• AI & Digital Transformation Leadership.Drive adoption of AI-enabled engineering processes and workflows. Identify opportunities to leverage AI, automation, and advanced analytics to improve engineering productivity, data quality, and decision-making. Collaborate with Engineering and IT teams to redesign processes and systems that maximize the value of emerging digital technologies.
• Digital Engineering Systems & Support.Serve as the subject matter expert (SME) for engineering systems, including PLM, PDM, CAD data management, ERP interfaces, and product configurators. Provide engineering-focused systems support, drive issue resolution, and identify opportunities to improve reliability, usability, and business value across the engineering tool landscape.
• Virtual Validation & Product Configuration Integrity.Support virtual build activities by ensuring engineering models, configurations, and product structures are accurate, complete, and suitable for digital validation. Enable identification of design interferences, configuration issues, and data discrepancies prior to physical builds.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration & Governance.Collaborate with global Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, and IT teams to ensure end-to-end alignment of systems, processes, and data. Support regional teams in implementing global standards while balancing business and regulatory requirements.
• Compliance, Risk Management & Continuous Improvement.Ensure adherence to internal policies, regulatory requirements, and industry standards. Monitor and audit data quality, process effectiveness, and system compliance. Identify risks and implement mitigation strategies related to engineering data, digital systems, and process execution.

Your Experience And Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, Data Management, or a related technical field; Master's degree preferred.
• 8+ years of experience in Engineering Operations, Engineering Systems, PLM, Data Management, Process Excellence, or a related discipline within a manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated experience managing and improving engineering data, product structures, configurations, and lifecycle processes within PLM, ERP, CAD/PDM, and related engineering systems.
• Proven success leading process standardization, governance, and continuous improvement initiatives across multiple teams, sites, or regions.
• Experience supporting or administering engineering systems and driving collaboration between Engineering, IT, Manufacturing, and other cross-functional stakeholders.
• Understanding of product development processes, engineering change management, configuration management, and engineering data governance principles.
• Experience leading digital transformation initiatives, including automation, advanced analytics, AI-enabled workflows, or other emerging technologies.
• Working knowledge of virtual validation, digital mockups, virtual builds, or CAD-based product development processes is highly desirable.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, communication, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence without direct authority.
• Experience with Lean, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies preferred.
• Experience working within a global engineering organization and collaborating across multiple geographies and cultures preferred.

Your Benefits

• Health care and wellness plans
• Dental and vision plans
• 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 Compensation

This position offers a base salary range of $111,000 to $158,000, with final compensation determined based on experience, skills, and qualifications. This role is also eligible for a target annual bonus eligibility of 15% of base salary, as part of AGCO’s total rewards program.

Your Workplace

This role follows AGCO’s on‑site work model, with employees primarily working from an AGCO location (Jackson, MN) for a 4 days per week to support collaboration and teamwork.

We value inclusion and recognize the innovation a diverse workforce delivers to our farmers. Through our recruitment efforts, we are committed to building a team that includes a variety of experiences, backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives.

AGCO is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We maintain a drug‑free workplace and perform pre‑employment substance abuse testing.