PDP Engineer

John Deere; Waterloo (IA); On-site; USD 78,000 - 116,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Competitive base pay

401K and defined contribution

Healthcare benefits

Adoption assistance

Employee Assistance Programs

Tuition assistance

Fitness subsidies/on-site gyms

Charitable contribution match

Employee Purchase Plan & discounts

Vacation and Holiday Pay

Job summary

John Deere Engine Works in Waterloo, IA, seeks a PDP Engineer to lead assembly programs and develop processes in a dynamic manufacturing setting.

You will manage SOEs, tooling, SAP routings, and capital investments, while promoting mistake-proofing and continuous improvement across operations. A BS in Engineering is preferred and on-site work is required.

Qualifications

• 2+ years Lean Manufacturing experience.
• 2+ years DC electric torque tool experience.
• 2+ years SAP experience.
• 2+ years Manufacturing Execution Systems experience.
• 2+ years using PFMEA, Root Cause Analysis, and Statistics.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support assembly departments in implementing new engine programs.
• Develop manufacturing processes, line designs, capital projects, and program management activities.
• Establish Sequence of Events (SOE), manufacturing methods, layouts, and tooling.
• Lead capital investment projects for assembly.
• Implement mistake-proofing in assembly processes.
• Support EPDP activities.
• Participate in DPAR reviews and PFMEA activities.
• Support change management within Engine Works Assembly.
• Create and maintain SAP routings and bills of material.
• Work with operations teams to resolve process issues.
• Create visual aids.
• Specify and purchase assembly equipment such as torque tools, fixtures, manipulators, and hand tools.
• Maintain and interact with factory automation systems.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Torque tools

SAP

Manufacturing Execution Systems

PFMEA/Root Cause/Statistics

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Industrial Technology

Tools

SAP

Manufacturing Execution Systems

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, including disabled & veterans.

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

Function: Factory Engineering (CA)

Title: PDP Engineer - 121968

Onsite/Remote: Onsite Position

Your Responsibilities

As a PDP Engineer for John Deere Engine Works located in Waterloo, IA, you will:

• Lead and support assembly departments in implementing new engine programs.
• Develop manufacturing processes, line designs, capital projects, and program management activities.
• Establish Sequence of Events (SOE), manufacturing methods, layouts, and tooling.
• Lead capital investment projects for assembly.
• Implement mistake-proofing in assembly processes.
• Support EPDP activities.
• Participate in DPAR reviews and PFMEA activities.
• Support change management within Engine Works Assembly.
• Create and maintain SAP routings and bills of material.
• Work with operations teams to resolve process issues.
• Create visual aids.
• Specify and purchase assembly equipment such as torque tools, fixtures, manipulators, and hand tools.
• Maintain and interact with factory automation systems.

VISA Sponsorship is NOT available for this position

What Skills You Need

• 2+ years of Lean Manufacturing experience.
• 2+ years of DC electric torque tool experience.
• 2+ years of SAP experience.
• 2+ years of Manufacturing Execution Systems experience.
• 2+ years using quality tools such as PFMEA, Root Cause Analysis, and Statistics.

What Makes You Stand Out

• Experience with programmable logic controllers
• Controls engineering
• Data analytics
• Project leadership

Education

Ideally you will have a degree or equivalent related work experience in the following:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Industrial Technology

What You'll Get

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
• Savings & Retirement benefits (401K and Defined Contribution)
• Healthcare benefits with a generous company contribution in the Health Savings Account
• Adoption assistance
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Tuition assistanceFitness subsidies and on-site gyms at specific Deere locations
• Charitable contribution match
• Employee Purchase Plan & numerous discount programs for personal use
• Vacation and Holiday Pay

$77,628.00 - $116,436.00 + Benefits

Must be 18 years of age or older to apply

The information contained herein is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and qualifications required of individuals performing the job. The qualifications detailed in this job description are not considered the minimum requirements necessary to perform the job, but rather as guidelines.

The terms of the applicable benefit plans, and all company actions administering or interpreting these plans, continue to control. Deere & Company reserves the right to suspend, amend, modify, or terminate the Plan(s) in any manner at any time, including the right to modify or eliminate any cost-sharing between the company and participants. Changes, which can be made at any time, are made by action of the company's board of directors, or to the extent authorized by resolution of its board of directors, or by the Deere & Company Compensation Committee. In the event of a conflict between the language of the official Plan Documents and this document, the language of the official Plan Documents will control.

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