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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.\n John Deere is an equal opportunity employer, including disabled & veterans. \n\n Primary Location: United States (US) - Iowa - Ottumwa\nFunction: Factory Engineering (CA)\nTitle: Weld Manufacturing Engineer - 124331\nOnsite/Remote: Onsite Position\n\nYour Responsibilities\nAs a Weld Manufacturing Engineer for John Deere Ottumwa Works located in Ottumwa, IA, you will:\nInvestigate, gather, and analyze data for identifying root cause for welding issues in the departments supported\nIdentify and implement safety, ergonomic, quality, cost reduction improvements for welding operation\nDesign cell layouts to improve material flow and material presentation \nProvide support of welding and fabrication operations utilizing your technical experiences.\nDrive continuous improvements working with a cross functional wage and salary team while supporting daily production.\nEstablishing sequence of events, proper operating method sheets, layouts, tool concepts, part and equipment costs, and quality plans.\nParticipate in team studies related to capacity, productivity, and efficiency and quality improvement. \nVISA Sponsorship is NOT available for this position\nWhat Skills You Need\nKnowledge of manufacturing weld processes, quality, tooling, tool design, total preventative maintenance and facilities\nAbility to work off-shift and weekends as needed.\nKnowledge of engineering tools, systems and databases (SAP, MES, etc.)\nWorking knowledge of Microsoft Office applications\nAbility to effectively interact and communicate with wage employees, supervisors, managers and other engineers\nSelf-motivator with the ability to execute a variety of tasks with little supervision\nGeneral understanding of computer aided design and/or engineering tools (ie: ProE, AutoCAD, VisMockup, WeldPRO, etc.) \nWhat Makes You Stand Out\nExperience programming and troubleshooting robotic welding applications in a manufacturing environment. (ie: Fanuc systems)\nExperience with shop floor manufacturing and incentive pay systems such as Continuous Improvement Pay Plan (CIPP)\nExperience with the installation and start-up of new automation systems and tooling.\nUnderstanding of safety critical welded structures and critical asset management.\nDemonstrated experience effectively interacting and communicating with production employees, supervisors, managers, and other engineers.\nExperience using SAP and computer aided design and/or engineering tools (ie: Creo, AutoCAD, etc.).\nExperience leading large strategic projects or large tactical projects.\nExperience with line design, material presentation, cycles of imbalance and visual management tools such as simulations and 3D factory.\nExperience in PLC logic and trouble shooting.\nEducation\nIdeally you will have a degree or equivalent related work experience in the following:\nBachelor's Degree in Engineering or equivalent manufacturing engineering experience \nWhat You'll Get\nAt 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:\nFlexible work arrangements\nHighly competitive base pay \nSavings & Retirement benefits (401K and Defined Contribution)\nHealthcare benefits with a generous company contribution in the Health Savings Account\nAdoption assistance\nEmployee Assistance Programs\nTuition assistance\nFitness subsidies and on-site gyms at specific Deere locations\nCharitable contribution match\nEmployee Purchase Plan & numerous discount programs for personal use\nVacation and Holiday Pay\n$77,628.00 - $116,436.00 + Benefits\nFollow this link to learn more about our Total Rewards Package https://bit.ly/3XCd8fL\nMust be 18 years of age or older to apply\nThe 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.\nThe 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. 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