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Part-Time Student - Manufacturing Engineer - Dubuque, IA

United StatesRemotepart_timeVerifiedPosted 7 Aug 2026

💰 $80,000/yr($30,000/yr – $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 - Manufacturing Engineer - Dubuque, IA - 123172
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 Manufacturing Engineer Part-Time Student for John Deere Dubuque Works located in Dubuque 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.

VISA Sponsorship is NOT available for this position

What Skills You Need

Ideally, you will be pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or Welding Engineering; others may apply
Must be registered as a full-time student at a local accredited university
Graduation date of Spring of 2027 or later
Cumulative GPA of 2.8 or above
Work 16-20 hours/week during the academic year
Work 35-40 hours/week during the summer semester
Adaptability
Communication skills
Customer Orientation.
Must be able to commute to the Dubuque, IA work location daily

What Makes You Stand Out

Desire to learn in a factory 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:

Flexible work arrangements
Highly competitive base pay
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
Vacation and Holiday Pay

$15 - $40 hourly based on published rates for business function and education level.

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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.

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