Essential Functions: include the following. Other duties may be assigned. • Regularly communicate with customers to determine or clarify product requirements. • Responsible for design, development and execution of new products. • Support continuous improvement in design and development. • Actively support a defined strategy and philosophy that ensures the highest levels of quality and customer satisfaction while continually striving for cost reductions. • Promote a data driven decision making culture. • Coordinate with internal functional groups to ensure design integrity and manufacturability. • Accurately complete new product design & development input requirements and all related documents; communicate to appropriate groups the status of all projects. • Troubleshoot product nonconformities and customer concerns to prevent recurrence. • Actively works with supply chain partners regarding material and part selection decisions, collaborative design work, and design solution development. • Provides effective technical support for external and internal customers. • Researches relevant industry trends and design and development methods for possible incorporation into PEM’s best practices. • Actively supports a customer oriented problem solving culture that leverages traditional expertise in gearing and gearbox design while also embracing new challenges (e.g., motors, couplings, mounting fixtures, motors, innovative customized product testing, instrumentation). • Actively supports sales with qualifying leads, developing new opportunities, assigning engineering projects, and other activities. • Supports development of technical sales and marketing material using a variety of platforms, e.g., presentations, web content, and key points of interest for onsite tours. Education and/or Experience • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering -Or- • An Associate’s with 2+ years of experience in a highly technical field with strong mechanical aptitude. 5+ years relevant experience in mechanical engineering design preferred. Equivalent combination of aptitude, background, and experience may be considered. Computer/System Skills • To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of • Solidworks, AutoCAD, or similar CAD system. • The ability to learn PEM internal systems (e.g., Made2Manage ERP). • The ability to develop an understanding of ISO 9001:2015 requirements as they apply to PEM in general and Engineering in particular. Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. • Microsoft Outlook/email. • Microsoft Excel
See More Details >>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 - Waterloo Function: Factory Engineering (CA) Title: Part Time Student - Mechanical Engineering - Waterloo, IA - 112568 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 ME for JD World Headquarters located in Waterloo, IA you will: • Assist in the creation and management of sequence of events documentation including output standards. Output standards are used in baseline data for wage performance pay plans, product costing, and capacity planning. • Work with electronic tools to perform engineering functions including methods change tracking and various reports • Develop plans of limited scope to support lean manufacturing. • Participate in implementation of new manufacturing processes and technology This position is NOT available to students on immigration visas What Skills You Need • Pursuing a bachelors degree, ideally in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or any additional technical and relevant degrees may apply • Ability to work 16-20 hours during the academic year • Ability to work 30-40 hours during the summer semester • High level of attention to detail and accuracy • Good interpersonal, negotiation and conflict resolution skills • Experience with Microsoft Office software including Outlook and Excel • Demonstrated good written and verbal (English) communication skills • Ability to work in cross-function groups and a team environment What Makes You Stand Out • Exposure to Industrial Engineering concepts such as time study, Sequence of Events/Methods, and assembly line balancing • Understanding of lean manufacturing principles for process improvements • Experience in the heavy equipment industry, Ag industry or farming experience. • Experience in project management and business planning. • Exposure to process and line design, material presentation, cycles of imbalance and visual management 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 $15 - $40 hourly based on published rates for business function and education level. Follow this link to learn more about our Total Rewards Package https://bit.ly/3XCd8fL 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. ACA Section 1557 Nondiscrimination Notice 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.
See More Details >>CPM Holdings, Inc. is a global process engineering and equipment company with one mission to sustainably feed, fuel and build a better world. CPM serves a wide range of industries with solutions that help improve everyday life for people across the globe. Comprised of a growing family of trusted equipment and technology brands, CPM is committed to product, geographic and acquisitive growth. CPM is built on more than 140 years of experience and today has 1,500 employees worldwide with 28 locations in 12 countries. The Engineering group at CPM in Waterloo, IA is seeking a talented Mechanical Drafter / Designer to join our team. This position will assist in the design and development of new products and improvements of existing products based upon customer needs and targeted growth initiatives. This is not a remote position Responsibilities: • Develop detailed 2D mechanical drawings using Autodesk Inventor • Produce accurate 3D models using Autodesk Inventor • Performs calculations to complete 2D layout drawings and 3D assembly models • Create assembly drawings used for parts lists and production • Design parts based upon written and verbal descriptions from engineers and customers • Prepare accurate bills of materials • Lay out, draw, and reproduce illustrations for product manuals and technical publications Education and Experience: • Degree in drafting, design, or related field • 1 to 3 years of drafting or design experience is required • Ability to read mechanical blueprints • Proficient in 3D Modeling and Drafting software (Inventor and AutoCAD preferred)
See More Details >>Embarking on a career in the mechanical trade in Waterloo, IA, often begins with an apprenticeship, blending practical experience with theoretical knowledge, allowing individuals to gain skills while earning. Apprenticeships typically last three to four years, demanding extensive training under seasoned professionals. According to the latest data, there are approximately 2,200 mechanical trade professionals in Waterloo, IA, and the field is projected to grow by 11% from 2023 to 2033. Apprentices in Waterloo earn an average of $633 per week, with experienced professionals often earning over $850 per week. Educational pathways through trade schools, unions, and platforms like HireLevel provide aspiring mechanical trade professionals with opportunities to enter this rewarding field, leading to a career with strong earning potential.
