Part-Time Student - Technical Manufacturing Engineering - Davenport, IA
Part-Time Student - Technical Manufacturing Engineering - Davenport, 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.
Primary Location: United States (US) - Iowa - Davenport
Function: Factory Engineering (CA)
Title: Part-Time Student - Technical Manufacturing Engineering - Davenport, IA - 112142
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.
Your Responsibilities
As a Part Time Student Technical - Technical Manufacturing Engineering for JD Davenport Works located in Davenport, IA, you will:
- Provides support and basic trouble shooting for current operations.
- Identifies and implements cost reduction, quality, safety and ergonomic improvement ideas of limited scope.
- Works with electronic tools to perform engineering functions.
- Develops plans of limited scope to support lean manufacturing.
- Assists in development of baseline data for new wage performance pay plans
This position is not available to students on immigration visas
What Skills You Need
- Must be registered as a full-time student at an accredited college/university.
- Graduation date of May 2026 or later.
- Cumulative GPA of 2.8 or above.
- Available to work during the academic year 16-20 hours/weekly.
- Available to work during the summer semester 35-40 hours/weekly.
- If local, comfortable working in a manufacturing environment
- Ideally you will be pursuing a degree in Manufacturing Technology, Data Analytics, Industrial Engineering; others may apply.
What Makes You Standout
- Previous experience in comparable industry and/or factory setting
- Ability to work in cross-function groups and a team environment
- High level of attention to detail and accuracy
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 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