Warehouse Automation Engineer
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 24, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 12, 2026. John Deere scores B on the Alion truth index.
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Primary Location: United States (US) - Indiana - Hebron
Function: Factory Engineering (CA)
Title: Warehouse Automation Engineer - 125208
Onsite/Remote: Onsite Position
Your Responsibilities
As a Warehouse Automation Engineer for John Deere at the newly constructed A&CS Hebron Distribution Center located in Hebron, IN, you will:
- Provides input into overall direction, development and integration of warehouse control systems, warehouse automation (AS/RS), and automated guided vehicles
- Serves as Subject Matter Expert for assigned systems in the areas of: Integration, Warehouse Control Systems, Material Handling Equipment, AS/RS, and Automated-Guided Vehicle integration to Business Systems (SAP-EWM)
- Facilitate and manage capital projects from inception through execution, including functional specifications, scope development, RFQs, design coordination, and successful delivery against timeline, cost, and performance objectives
- Lead system integration, commissioning, and startup activities including I/O checkout, networking, FAT/SAT, and final system validation
- Work with cross-functional warehousing teams to improve and support current and future robotics and automation initiatives to increase reliability, throughput, and quality
- Provide troubleshooting and technical support for automation systems, including controls, networking, and process equipment, both on-site and remotely
- Support the daily needs of maintaining warehouse performance by prioritizing and providing engineering support to warehouse maintenance and operations as needed
- Develop and maintain technical documentation including electrical drawings, control narratives, specifications, SOPs, and project documentation to assist maintenance and operations
VISA Sponsorship is NOT available for this position
What Skills You Need
- Experience supporting automation engineering projects in a factory, warehouse, or industrial environment
- 3+ years of experience working with various types of warehouse automation
- 3+ years of experience with AMRs/AGVs or ASRS or material handling equipment
- Strong communication and collaboration skills, with experience bringing cross functional teams (including shop floor employees) together to solve business problems
- Ability to travel up to 25% or more based on business needs for the first 6 months
What Makes You Stand Out
- Experience with automated packaging equipment
- Experience with SAP EWM or other warehouse management or warehouse control systems
- Demonstrated ability to identify and implement process improvements that drive measurable gains in safety, quality, productivity, or storage density
- Solid understanding of warehouse operations, fulfillment processes, and industry terminology
- Experience managing vendors, including scope alignment, performance oversight, schedule coordination, deliverable tracking, and issue resolution
- Project management experience in a factory, warehouse, or industrial setting
- Experience building and presenting business cases to support project approvals or capital investments
- Background in automation, industrial equipment, or facility infrastructure
Education
Ideally you will have a degree or equivalent related work experience in the following:
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Industrial, Manufacturing, Mechanical or Electrical), Analytics, Computer Science, or a related quantitative discipline or equivalent related work experience
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 assistance
- Fitness 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
$109,284.00 - $163,920.00 + Benefits
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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.
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