Part Time Student - Mechanical Engineering - Waterloo, IA

John Deere India Pvt. Ltd.; Waterloo (IA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a motivated Part-Time Student in Mechanical Engineering to support machining departments in Waterloo. This role offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience while balancing your academic schedule. You'll assist with tool management, audit shop documentation, and learn engineering practices in a collaborative environment. With a commitment to innovation and growth, this company empowers you to explore new projects and develop your skills. Enjoy flexible work arrangements and a competitive pay structure, making this an exciting opportunity to kickstart your engineering career.

Benefits

Flexible work arrangements

Highly competitive base pay

Performance bonuses

Savings & Retirement benefits

Healthcare benefits

Adoption assistance

Employee Assistance Programs

Tuition assistance

Fitness subsidies

Employee Purchase Plan

Qualifications

• Must be a full-time student with a GPA of 2.8 or higher.
• Available to work 12-20 hours weekly during the school year.

Responsibilities

• Support multiple machining departments in daily functions.
• Assist with tool creation in TDM software and audit documentation.

Skills

Effective communication

Teamwork skills

Interpersonal skills

Negotiation skills

Conflict resolution skills

Attention to detail

Education

Pursuing a degree in Engineering/Technology

Full-time student at an accredited university

Tools

Tool Data Management (TDM) software

Job description

There are over 7 billion people on this planet. And by 2050, there will be 2 billion more... many moving into urban centers at an unprecedented rate. Making sure there is enough food, fiber and infrastructure for our rapidly growing world is what we're all about at John Deere. And it's why we're investing in our people and our technology like never before! Here the world's brightest minds are tackling the world's biggest challenges. If you believe one person can make the world a better place, we'll put you to work. RIGHT NOW.

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

Primary Location: United States (US) - Iowa - Waterloo
Function: Factory Engineering (CA)
Title: Part Time Student - Mechanical Engineering - Waterloo, IA -112186
Onsite/Remote: Onsite Position

Note: Relocation assistance is not provided.

The Part-Time Student Program is primarily designed to augment the Company’s regular full-time staff and is for students who work in parallel to their school schedule YEAR-ROUND.

Your Responsibilities

As a Part Time Student for JD Waterloo Works located in Waterloo, IA, you will:

• Support multiple machining departments in their daily functions.
• Assist with perishable tool creation in Tool Data Management (TDM) software.
• Audit shop floor documentation used by machining operators and correct as needed.
• Gather, review, and analyze information.
• Learn and apply company engineering policies and practices.

This position is NOT available to students on immigration visas.

What Skills You Need

• Ideally, you will be pursuing a degree in Engineering/Technology; others may apply.
• Must be registered as a full-time student at a local accredited university.
• Graduation date of May 2027 or later; others may apply.
• Cumulative GPA of 2.8 or higher.
• Available to work 12-20 hours weekly during the school year.
• Available to work 20-40 hours per week during summer.
• Must be able to commute to work location in Waterloo, Iowa year-round.

What Makes You Stand Out

• Effective communication and teamwork skills.
• Good interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy of work.
• Experience working around machine tools such as machining centers or lathes.

At John Deere, you are empowered to create a career that will take you to where you want to go while working in an inclusive team environment. Here, you'll enjoy the freedom to explore new projects, the support to think outside the box, and the advanced tools and technology that foster innovation and achievement. Additionally, we offer a comprehensive reward package to help you get started on your new career path, including:

• Flexible work arrangements.
• Highly competitive base pay and performance bonuses.
• Savings & Retirement benefits (401K and Defined Benefit Pension).
• Healthcare benefits with a generous company contribution in the Health Savings Account.
• Adoption assistance.
• Employee Assistance Programs.
• Tuition assistance.
• Fitness subsidies and on-site gyms at specific Deere locations.
• Charitable contribution match.
• Employee Purchase Plan & numerous discount programs for personal use.

$15 - $40 hourly based on published rates for business function and education level.

Must be 18 years of age or older to apply.