Engineer

DESCRIPTION/RESPONSIBILITIES:

There are 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 in our 175-year history. 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.

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

Function: Product Engineering

Title: Engineer - 60685 

Your Responsibilities

As a Hydraulic Design Engineer working for John Deere Construction & Forestry Division, located in Dubuque, IA, you will be responsible for the design, development, and implementation of plumbing and components for hydraulic systems on excavators. In addition, you will:

    * Participate in all design related aspects of the Deere product delivery process for hydraulic systems & components

    * Act as a key point of contact to hydraulic components suppliers in the US and Globally

    * Collaborate with peers in China and India to execute PDP programs as well as continuous improvement activities

    * Collaborate with PV&V group to define component qualification documentation

    * Evaluate key hydraulic benchmark points on competitive excavators

Visa sponsorship is NOT available for this position.

What Skills You Need

    * Strong communication and organizational skills

    * Product design skills in the area of hydraulics and hydraulic systems

    * 1 or more years cumulative design experience (internships and school projects are acceptable

    * Ability to travel up to 25% (International)

What Makes You Stand Out

    * Experience with hydraulic system component design, diagnostics, or repair including hoses, tubes, cylinders, valves, motors, and pumps

    * Experience utilizing Creo & PDM link in a system design environment

    * Excellent organizational and communication skills to facilitate activities with supply management, quality, PV&V, suppliers, and other stakeholders

    * Previous successful project management and leadership skills

    * International experience, knowledge of Asian cultures, and Mandarin language skills

Education (or equivalent work experience)

    * Bachelors of Science Degree in Engineering

What You'll Get

At John Deere, you are empowered to create a career that will take you to where you want to go. 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. We offer comprehensive relocation and reward packages to help you get started on your new career path. Click here to find out more about our Total Rewards Package.

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.

John Deere is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard 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.