Maintenance Engineer

John Deere•East Moline, IL

1d•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) - Illinois - East Moline Function: Factory Engineering (CA) Title: Maintenance Engineer - 119992 Onsite/Remote:Onsite Position

Requirements

3 or more years of general maintenance, mechanical engineering, or factory automation experience
3 or more years of equipment troubleshooting experience in a manufacturing environment
Ability and willingness to support a multi-shift or extended-shift operation
Ability and willingness to work occasional overtime, including weekends
Effective communication, both verbal and written
Ability and willingness to work 3rd shift is required
Must be 18 years of age or older to apply

Nice To Haves

Experience in a maintenance leadership role in a union environment
Technical experience with design/diagnostics of mechanical/electrical/hydraulic systems
Automation and controls troubleshooting experience with Allen-Bradley components and Rockwell Automation PLC software
1 or more years of experience interfacing with machines through multiple communication protocols (e.g. Ethernet, DeviceNet, Serial, Profibus, Modbus, etc.)
Experience working within SAP PM module
Experience with machinery and equipment safety standards (e.g. OSHA 29 CFR 1910, NFPA 79, NFPA 70E, etc.)

Responsibilities

Provide engineering analysis, technical expertise, project management/coordination, and advanced troubleshooting support of the factory's machinery and infrastructure.
Assign and monitor the work of skilled-trades personnel to accomplish customer requests, preventative maintenance, and project work.
Assign short-term work schedules to a team of subordinates to achieve expectations while following established timelines.
Follow the organization's health, safety, and environment (HSE) policies, procedures, and mandatory instructions to identify and mitigate environmental risks and risks to the well-being of self and others in the workplace; instruct the team in safe working methods; identify instances of risky behaviors within the team and take appropriate action, escalating serious issues as appropriate.
Plan for maintenance of equipment that improves reliability, efficiency, quality and safety.
Diagnose machine malfunctions to root cause, recommend solutions, and support the execution of the repair/improvement plan.
Provide expert review and analysis of equipment spare parts lists, preventive maintenance plans, and documentation.

Benefits

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