<p>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 were all about at John Deere. And its why were investing in our people and our technology like never before! Here the worlds brightest minds are tackling the worlds biggest challenges. If you believe one person can make the world a better place, well put you to work. RIGHT NOW.</p><h5> </h5><p><span><em>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.</em></span></p><p><em> </em></p><p><em><span><span><b>Primary Location:</b> United States (US) - Iowa  - Waterloo  <br /><b>Function:</b> Factory Engineering (CA)<br /><b>Title: </b>Factory Automation Engineer - 3rd shift - 114743</span></span></em> <br /><em><span><span><b>Onsite/Remote:</b>Onsite Position</span></span></em></p><p> </p><p><em><span><span><span></span></span></span></em>  </p><p><em><span><span><span></span></span></span></em> </p><div><div><div><h2>Your Responsibilities</h2></div><div><p> </p><p><span>As a <strong>Factory Automation Engineer (3rd Shift) </strong>for <span>John Deere Engine Works</span> located in <span>Waterloo, IA,</span> you will:</span></p><p> </p><ul><li><span>Provide controls engineering / factory automation support for off shift operations</span></li><li><span>Work as a team with maintenance and skilled trades to support down equipment to minimize lost production time</span></li><li><span>Update electrical prints, programming and other documentation for shop floor equipment including human-machine interfaces (HMI) and programmable logic controllers (PLC)</span></li><li><span>Maintain and troubleshoot SCADA, and MES systems in a production environment.</span></li><li><span>Assist with CI (continuous improvement) projects as time allows that are factory automation related to support safety, quality, or efficiency initiatives </span></li></ul><p> </p><p><span>VISA Sponsorship is NOT available for this position</span></p><p> </p></div></div><div><div><h2>What Skills You Need</h2></div><div><p> </p><ul><li><span>Education or experience in an Electrical Engineering discipline</span></li><li><span>Fundamental understanding of automation and electrical control circuits</span></li><li><span>Experience with Ladder Logic in Allen Bradley PLC Controllers (1-3 or more years of experience)</span></li><li><span>Good communication and troubleshooting skills</span></li><li><span>Ability to take direction from other team members and work autonomously with limited direction.  </span></li><li><span>Knowledge of electrical design and applicable safety codes (NFPA 70E, NEC), common practices, and engineering tools required. </span></li></ul><p> </p></div></div><div><div><h2>What Makes You Stand Out</h2></div><div><p> </p><ul><li><span>Knowledge of software/tools (Kepware, Visual Basic, Power BI, etc.)</span></li><li><span>Understanding network connectivity requirements for equipment, and VLAN Network Topology</span></li><li><span>Experience with Cognex, Fanuc or Keyence Vison Applications</span></li><li><span>Experience with Fanuc Robotics Applications</span></li><li><span>Experience maintaining or troubleshooting VFD Drive or Servo applications</span></li><li><span>Experience in electrical design and the use of electrical drafting software.</span></li><li><span>1 or more years of experience with MES/SCADA solutions (SAP-MES, AMES, Ignition)</span></li><li><span>1 or more years of experience in Structured Query Language (SQL) and Databases</span></li><li><span>1 or more years of experience in a programing language ( Python, C++)</span></li><li><span>1 or more years of experience with Ignition</span></li><li><span>3 or more years of experience in PLC and HMI programming. </span></li></ul><p> </p></div></div><div><div><h2>Education</h2></div><div><p> </p><p><span>Ideally, you will have a degree or equivalent related work experience in the following:</span></p><p> </p><ul><li><span>4 year degree in Engineering, Manufacturing Technology, or equivalent work experience </span></li></ul><p> </p></div></div></div><div><p><b>What Youll Get</b></p><p>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, youll 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:</p><ul><li>Flexible work arrangements</li><li>Highly competitive base pay and performance bonuses</li><li>Savings &amp; Retirement benefits (401K and Defined Contribution)</li><li>Healthcare benefits with a generous company contribution in the Health Savings Account</li><li>Adoption assistance</li><li>Employee Assistance Programs</li><li>Tuition assistance</li><li>Fitness subsidies and on-site gyms at specific Deere locations</li><li>Charitable contribution match</li><li>Employee Purchase Plan &amp; numerous discount programs for personal use</li></ul><p> $74,256.00  - $111,372.00  + Benefits</p><p>Follow this link to learn more about our Total Rewards Package <a href="https://bit.ly/3XCd8fL" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/3XCd8fL</a> </p><p><span><span>Must be 18 years of age or older to apply</span></span></p></div><p><span>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.</span></p><p> </p><p><span>The terms of the applicable benefit plans, and all company actions administering or interpreting these plans, continue to control. Deere &amp; 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 companys board of directors, or to the extent authorized by resolution of its board of directors, or by the Deere &amp; 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.</span></p><p> </p><p> </p><p><span>ACA Section 1557 Nondiscrimination Notice</span></p><p><span><span><em>The John Deere Health Benefit Plans for Salaried Employees and The John Deere Benefit Plan for Wage Employees comply with applicable Federal civil rights laws and do not discriminate on the basis of 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.</em></span></span></p><p> </p>