Part Time Student - Manufacturing Engineer - Waterloo, IA

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. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards 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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Location:

United States (US) - Iowa - Waterloo
Function: Factory Engineering (CA)
Title: Part Time Student - Manufacturing Engineer - Waterloo, IA
Onsite/Remote: Onsite Position

Note: Relocation assistance is not provided.

The Part-Time Student Program is primarily designed to augment the Company’s regular full-time staff and is for students who work in parallel to their school schedule YEAR-ROUND
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• Maintain and update existing tools and processes for steel machining.
• Support engineers in identifying and implementing cost reduction, quality, safety and ergonomic improvement ideas of limited scope.
• Support multiple steel machining departments in daily functions.
• Produce a variety of correspondence and reports in support of processes.
• Learn SAP business software to maintain and update part process and gaging instructions.

VISA Sponsorship is NOT available for this position.

• Must be able to commute to the work location on a daily basis.
• Pursuing a 4-year degree in engineering, technology, or computer science (others may apply).
• Able to work 16-20 hours/week during the academic year and 30-40 hours/week during the summer semester.
• Experience using Excel, Word, and Power point.
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot mechanical and/or electrical problems.
• Demonstrated ability to write professionally.

• Experience with CAD software.
• Experience in machining materials (metal, wood, plastic, other).
• Experience leading/supporting cross functional teams for projects.
• Experience using AI.
• Experience using Power BI or similar software.

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

• Pursuing a 4-year degree in engineering, technology, or computer science (others may apply).
• Must be registered as a full-time student at a local accredited university (Hawkeye, UNI, Wartburg, etc).
• Graduation date of 12/27 or later.
• GPA 2.8 or higher.

• Flexible work arrangements.
• Highly competitive base pay and performance bonuses.
• Savings & Retirement benefits (401K and Defined Benefit Pension).
• 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.

$15 - $40 hourly based on published rates for business function and education level.

Must be 18 years of age or older to apply.