Factory Automation Engineer at John Deere in Moline, Illinois

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.

Primary Location: United States (US)- Illinois - Moline
Function: Manufacturing Engineering
Title: Factory Automation Engineer- 75163

Your Responsibilities

As a Factory Automation Engineer for Harvester Works located in East Moline, IL , you will lead in development and implementation of small to large Factory Automation (FA) solutions. This position will support the 3rd shift operations during the production season. Additionally, you will:

• Innovate and implement cost reduction, quality, safety and ergonomic improvement ideas of moderate scope
• Design/update electrical systems and prints for machines or shop floor tooling and equipment including human-machine interfaces (HMI) and programmable logic controllers (PLC)
• Support of shop floor device connectivity (torque tools, test and verification equipment, vision systems, etc.)
• Support integration (installation and networking) of shop floor equipment and tooling into MES and PLCs
• Provide daily support for urgent production issues, including root cause analysis and resolution

Visa sponsorship is NOT available for this position.

What Skills You Need

• 1 or more years of experience with engineering tools, systems and databases
• 1or more years of experiencewith robotic systems
• Strong interpersonal skills to obtain information from a variety of sources including ability to communicate and coordinate activities.
• Knowledge of MES solutions (SAP-MES, AMES, JDAAT, Ignition, etc.), mistake proofing of manufacturing processes, and shop floor device connectivity

What Makes You Stand Out (Desired skills/experiences)

• Experience with various programing languages (SQL Server based software, JAVA, HTML, Python, etc.)
• Ability to investigate a request for revising an existing machine or system or creating a new design
• Experience with control engineering applications: AutoCAD Electrical and Rockwell/Allen Bradley suites
• Experience with multiple communication protocols (i.e. Ethernet, EIP, OPC UA, Serial, ModBus, MQTT, DeviceNet).

Education

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

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering and/or relevant 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. 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 hereto 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.

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