Mechanical Engineer

AGCO; Illinois; On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care and wellness plans

401(k) Savings Plan with company match

Flexible and virtual work options

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Job summary

A leading agricultural technology firm is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to design and improve agricultural solutions. The role involves developing control algorithms, validating software, and implementing design changes. Ideal candidates will have strong mechanical skills and problem-solving abilities. The position offers a collaborative environment and focuses on innovative agricultural solutions, aligning with values of optimism and integrity in the agriculture sector.

Qualifications

• Solid modeling of mechanical parts using Creo or similar tools.
• Familiarity with prototyping techniques, including 3D printing and machining.
• Demonstrate exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Own the design, testing, and productionizing of mechanical products.
• Develop, tune, and test control algorithms for agricultural applications.
• Evaluate field failures and implement design changes for improvements.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Problem-solving skills

Collaboration

3D printing

Analytical skills

Tools

Creo

Prototyping tools

Job description

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Mechanical Engineer

Date: Feb 20, 2026

Location: Tremont, IL, US

Brand: PTx

Workplace Type: Onsite

Solutions for Every Season We engineer and deliver precision ag hardware, software, and cloud-based platforms that connect every corner of the farm.

Precision Planting is a leading provider of agriculture technologies for farmers who Believe in Better™ with a focus on creating solutions for current agronomic issues and providing practical educational resources. Precision Planting products upgrade the performance of farmers’ existing agricultural equipment. Our global company is represented by a network of more than 600 dealerships and offers technologies to farmers and agricultural equipment manufacturers worldwide. Our team at Precision Planting continues to grow without sacrificing our valued company culture. We are proud of the hardworking, creative, and passionate people that symbolize our brand. We continue to grow our product lineup through their high integrity, high performance, and collaboration. If you share these values, then we might be the right place for you.

Your Impact

• Serve as the owner for the design, testing, and productionizing of your products.
• Develop, tune, and test control algorithms
• Validate proof of concept software on research equipment operating in the field.
• Evaluate field failures and implement design changes
• Work on continuous improvement projects.

Your Experience and Qualifications

• Interact with and assist product support with resolving field support issues. Use cutting-edge engineering design, modeling, and rapid prototyping tools to assist in research and invention of new product designs
• Collaborate with our in-house attorney to draft patent applications for inventions you create. You will have the opportunity to see your own ideas for helping farmers come to reality
• U.S. travel is expected, ranging from 5%-10%. Solid modeling of mechanical parts using Creo or similar tools. Creation of detailed part prints as necessary for prototype and production parts
• Familiarity with prototyping techniques: 3D printing, machining, fabrication, instrumentation, and data analysis. Demonstrate exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills. Demonstrate the ability to brainstorm out-of-the-box solutions
• High degree of mechanical aptitude and experience. You have humility to accept the best solution to a problem, even if it’s not yours. Convey an eagerness and optimism about the future of agriculture
• Health care and wellness plans
• Dental and vision plans
• Flexible and virtual work options (where available)
• 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 Workplace

You will work with your wonderful PTx colleagues from Tremont , USA (Onsite)

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.

Join us as we bring agriculture into the future and apply now!

We engineer and deliver precision ag hardware, software, and cloud based platforms that connect every corner of the farm.

Job Segment: Testing, Cloud, Mechanical Engineer, Patent, Technology, Engineering, Research, Legal

AGCO is a global leader in design, manufacture and distribution of agricultural machinery and precision technology. AGCO delivers value to farmers and OEM customers through its differentiated brand portfolio including leading brands like Fendt®, Massey Ferguson®, PTx and Valtra®. AGCO's full line of equipment, smart farming solutions and services helps farmers sustainably feed our world.