Machining Mechanical Engineer, Heat Treatment

John Deere•Waterloo, IA

38d•$66,372 - $99,552•Onsite

About The Position

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: Machining Mechanical Engineer, Heat Treatment - 117437 Onsite/Remote:Onsite Position Your Responsibilities As a Machining Mechanical Engineer, Heat Treatment for John Deere Waterloo Works located in Waterloo, Iowa you will: Lead quality planning activities including process development, equipment process monitoring and control, and sample and product metallurgical inspection for the batch carburizing/hardening operations Work with maintenance, operations, and/or design engineering daily to communicate, troubleshoot, and resolve issues related to processes, equipment, or individual components Innovate and implement process improvement ideas in support of cost reduction, quality, delivery, and safety initiatives Implement heat treat processes for new components in support of new product development programs and develop routings, layouts, tools, costs, standards, and quality plans as required VISA Sponsorship is NOT available for this position

Requirements

1+ years of shop floor manufacturing engineering experience, or relevant college degree
6 months of experience with the heat treatment of ferrous metals, or relevant college degree
1+ years of strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and communication skills, or relevant college degree
6 months of experience of manufacturing processes, including furnace carburizing, hardening and tempering
6 months of experience in manufacturing process development and equipment/process troubleshooting
Ideally you will have a degree or equivalent related work experience in the following: Bachelor’s degree in Metallurgical Engineering, Materials Science or Engineering

Nice To Haves

1+ years communicating and collaborating well in a team environment
1+ years with a working knowledge of steelmaking and steel-forming processes
1+ years of experience with project management, planning and execution
1+ years with a working knowledge of engineering tools, systems, and databases (SAP, Microsoft Office)
6 months with a working knowledge of component part tolerancing, gaging, and blueprint reading

Responsibilities

Lead quality planning activities including process development, equipment process monitoring and control, and sample and product metallurgical inspection for the batch carburizing/hardening operations
Work with maintenance, operations, and/or design engineering daily to communicate, troubleshoot, and resolve issues related to processes, equipment, or individual components
Innovate and implement process improvement ideas in support of cost reduction, quality, delivery, and safety initiatives
Implement heat treat processes for new components in support of new product development programs and develop routings, layouts, tools, costs, standards, and quality plans as required

Benefits

Flexible work arrangements
Highly competitive base pay and performance bonuses
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