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Primary Location: United States (US) - Louisiana - Thibodaux

Function: Factory Engineering (CA)

Title: Factory Automation ME - 122357

Onsite/Remote:Onsite Position

Your Responsibilities

As a Factory Automation ME for John Deere Thibodaux located in Thibodaux, LA, you will:

• Plan, coordinate, and perform intermediate-level professional factory automation engineering assignments across industrial control systems, mechatronics, and robotics. Responsibilities include electrical machine controls design, programmable logic controller (PLC) programming, industrial robotics programming, electrical and product test system design, and PC programming.
• Operate in a team environment within a manufacturing setting. At this level, projects are moderate in scope and responsibility; work plans and decisions are made within established guidelines and may be reviewed by supervisors and/or managers. May assign, coordinate, and review portions of work assigned to technicians, support personnel, and contractors.
• This role supports a wide range of factory automation systems and requires strong technical capability in controls, robotics, or mechatronics.

Major Duties

• Contribute to the analysis of information and the specification of methods, process steps, machinery, and equipment required to design and continuously improve manufacturing and material processes to meet cost and quality targets.
• Contribute to the design and implementation of engineering solutions, including control systems, robotics, and mechatronic systems; develop feasibility testing approaches and support validation activities.
• Support the drafting, maintenance, and continuous improvement of engineering standards and specifications, and evaluate their effectiveness.
• Perform inspections under guidance to evaluate the quality and integrity of engineering systems, equipment, and installations; recommend corrective actions to ensure compliance with specifications and regulatory requirements.
• Deliver required outcomes by coordinating activities of subcontractors, system integrators, and suppliers; serve as a primary technical point of contact within established contract management plans.
• Identify gaps or shortcomings in processes, systems, and procedures, and apply structured change management practices to implement improvements.
• Provide day-to-day technical support for factory automation systems, including troubleshooting PLCs, robotics, and integrated manufacturing equipment.
• Support product development and manufacturing process improvements by analyzing customer and production needs and contributing to engineered solutions.
• Work within established project management plans to achieve defined milestones and deliverables.
• Share knowledge and support team capability development by utilizing knowledge management systems and providing guidance to others as needed.

VISA Sponsorship is NOT available for this position

What Skills You Need

• Experience with engineering design, development, implementation, testing, and technical documentation
• Ability to troubleshoot operational issues and implement effective engineering solutions
• Experience with industrial automation, including PLC/HMI systems, robotics, and mechatronic equipment
• Knowledge of manufacturing technologies, including CAM and system integration methodologies
• Experience working with databases, engineering software environments, operating systems, and document management systems
• Proficiency using spreadsheets, reporting tools, and presentations to support decision-making
• Experience managing project schedules, analyzing business requirements, and mitigating risks
• Knowledge of health and safety requirements, regulatory standards, and stakeholder collaboration

What Makes You Stand Out

• Exposure to manufacturing system connectivity and digital manufacturing initiatives
• Strong communication and negotiation skills in cross-functional environments
• Experience with cost estimation, budgeting, and project cost tracking
• Experience coordinating contractors and supporting contract administration

Education

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

• Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Level (Electrical, Mechanical, Mechatronics, or related Engineering field preferred)

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

$86,892.00 - $130,332.00 + 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.

The terms of the applicable benefit plans, and all company actions administering or interpreting these plans, continue to control. Deere & Company reserves the right to suspend, amend, modify, or terminate the Plan(s) in any manner at any time, including the right to modify or eliminate any cost-sharing between the company and participants. Changes, which can be made at any time, are made by action of the company's board of directors, or to the extent authorized by resolution of its board of directors, or by the Deere & Company Compensation Committee. In the event of a conflict between the language of the official Plan Documents and this document, the language of the official Plan Documents will control.

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