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Part-Time Student - Factory Transformation - Dubuque, IA

United Statespart_timeVerifiedPosted 10 Jun 2026

💰 $80,000/yr

About the role

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, including disabled & veterans.

Primary Location: United States (US) - Iowa - Dubuque
Function: Factory Engineering (CA)
Title: Part-Time Student - Factory Transformation - Dubuque, IA - 121313
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 – Smart Factory Data & Asset Connectivity for John Deere Dubuque Works located in Dubuque, IA, you will support Smart Connected Factory initiatives by improving the accuracy, reliability, and usability of machine and asset data across the factory. In this role, you will:

Validate machine Run / Idle / Fault status accuracy to ensure alignment with actual equipment behavior and confirm historical data consistency and reliability.
Maintain an issue tracking log (Excel) documenting connectivity, data quality, and status issues by asset type, including trends and recurring problems.
Investigate and troubleshoot data and connectivity issues, including bad tag quality, missing data, misclassified states, and network gaps; clearly document root causes and recommended fixes.
Support resolution of PLC, network, and NALB-related connectivity issues by working with skilled trades and engineering teams.
Assist with PLC tag and UDT validation to ensure accurate data structure and mapping into Ignition and Power BI systems.
Other Smart Connected Factory or Factory Automation tasks as assigned

This position is NOT available to students on immigration visas

What Skills You Need

Currently pursuing a degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Computer Science, or a related field
Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
Experience using Excel for data tracking and organization
Ability to communicate findings clearly and work effectively across teams
Interest in manufacturing systems, industrial automation, or data analytics
Must be registered as a full-time student at an (a U.S./local) accredited college/university
Graduation date of (May 2027) or later
Cumulative GPA of 2.8 or above
Available to work during the academic year (16–20 hours/week within business hours of 6 AM to 4 PM)
Available to work during the summer semester (35–40 hours/week within business hours of 6 AM to 4 PM)
Must be able to commute to the work location in Dubuque, Iowa on a daily basis year-round (Note: Relocation assistance is not provided)

What Makes You Stand Out

Exposure to PLCs, industrial controls, or manufacturing systems
Familiarity with data visualization or analytics tools such as Power BI or Ignition
Understanding of Lean manufacturing principles or continuous improvement practices
Experience working in a manufacturing or industrial environment

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: