Cab Structure Engineer

John Deere John Deere · Industrial · Dubuque, IA +1 · Product Engineering (CA)

Product Design Engineer for construction operator station structures at John Deere, focusing on 3D CAD modeling, collaboration with cross-functional teams, and supplier management. Requires strong problem-solving and communication skills, with experience in CAD software and manufacturing processes for structures and sheet metal preferred.

What you'd actually do

  1. Create and modify 3D CAD models and drawings for construction operator station structures.
  2. Effectively collaborate and communicate with functional team members throughout the PDP process.
  3. Work with internal and external suppliers to improve the quality and durability of designs.
  4. Coordinate work instructions and quality validation for contract and ETEC (Enterprise Technology Engineering Center).
  5. Provide technical support to marketing, product support, manufacturing/assembly, quality and supply management organizations.

Skills

Required

  • Strong, demonstrated problem-solving skills
  • Self-motivated with the ability to manage time effectively
  • Ability and willingness to travel up to 25%, typically up to 10%
  • A strong ability and desire to quickly learn new subject matter and technologies.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with a proven ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams

Nice to have

  • Basic understanding of GD&T principles and tolerance stack-up analysis
  • 1 or more years of experience with 3D CAD modeling software (Creo, etc.)
  • 1 or more years of experience with modeling and the manufacturing processes of structures and sheet metal