Part-Time Student - Factory Automation - Waterloo, IA

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  - Waterloo  
Function: Factory Engineering (CA)
Title: Part-Time Student - Factory Automation - Waterloo, IA - 118450 
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 Factory Automation for JD Power Systems located in Waterloo, IA, you will:

 

• Learn about and apply knowledge in technologies for manufacturing execution systems, vision systems (part location and inspection), and other automation technology in a production environment
• Opportunity to learn about and assist in programming Allen Bradley PLCs and HMIs, Fanuc robots and CNC
• Assist with continuous improvement factory automation projects that support safety, quality, or efficiency initiatives
• Assist with Manufacturing Execution System setup and testing
• Assist other factory automation engineers with support in troubleshooting shop floor issues

 

VISA Sponsorship is NOT available for this position

What Skills You Need

• Ideally you will be pursuing a degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Systems or Data Science; others may apply

• Must be registered as a full-time student at a local accredited university

• Graduation date of December 2026 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

• Must be able to commute to the Waterloo, IA work location on a daily basis

• Knowledge of databases (SQL, DB2, Oracle)

• Strong communication skills both written and verbal

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office

 

What Makes You Standout

 

• Understanding network connectivity requirements for equipment
• Experience programming in multiple languages Python, Visual Basic, SQL
• Previous experience with Gen AI
• Knowledge of computer vision systems

 

Education

 

Ideally you will be pursuing a degree in:

 

• Engineering or Engineering Technology discipline

• Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Systems or Data Science

• Others may apply 

 

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 Dee