Project Engineer, Commercial Mowing

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Primary Location: United States (US) - North Carolina  - Fuquay Varina  
Function: Engineering (CA)
Title: Project Engineer, Commercial Mowing - 105256 
Onsite/Remote:Onsite Position

 

  

This position is eligible for a flexible work schedule arrangement at the present time. The arrangement may be delayed for training or other job acclimation purposes and remains subject to change. 

Your Responsibilities

 

As a Project Engineer, Commercial Mowing for JD Turf Care - Fuquay located in Fuquay Varina, NC you will: 

 

• Leads a team of engineers by using a deep and broad understanding of technology to develop creative solutions that meet customer needs.
• Leads in the development of solutions to complex problems or projects by identifying and organizing necessary resources. Acts as technical advisor.
• Provides technical support to marketing, manufacturing, quality and supply management organizations.
• Leads in resolution of difficult technical issues across a product line whether within the company or with outside suppliers.
• Develops and maintains knowledge of industry and technical innovations in the technical discipline.
• Develops, tracks, and meets capital and expense budget for their department of responsibility.

 

VISA sponsorship is NOT available for this position. 

What Skills You Need

 

• Technical skill and knowledge in a specialized area of engineering, e.g., design, analysis, test, evaluation, etc. 
• Skill in using company information systems and processes. 
• Knowledge of the product development process and understanding the process of gathering customer needs.
• Knowledge of engineering principles, theory and practice as well as product knowledge. 
• Knowledge/familiarity with machines manufactured by competitors. 

What Makes You Stand Out

 

• 4 or more years of Technical experience relating to design/diagnostics of mechanical/electrical/hydraulic systems. 
• 4 or more years of Product engineering experience. 
• 1 or more years of Product design experience. 
• 1 or more years of Work experience in a specific area of Engineering specialization or expertise, e.g., hydraulic systems, electronic circuits, rigid body dynamics, power transmission, drive systems, etc. 
• Fundamental understanding of machine forms relevant to the specific job assignment, Company division/unit and/or competitors.
• Experience in performing complex engineering assignments. 
• 4 or more years of Experience with engineering tools, systems and databases.

Education

 

Ideally you will have a degree or equivalent related work experience in the following:

 

• Requires degree in an engineering discipline (ex. Mechanical, Agricultural, Mechatronics) or equivalent experience. - Bachelors Degree or equivalent experience minimum

What You'll Get

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 Contribution)
• 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 Purch