PDP Weld Manufacturing Engineer

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Date: Apr 16, 2026

Location: Des Moines, Iowa, US, 50023

Company: John Deere

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  - Des Moines  
Function: Factory Engineering (CA)
Title: PDP Weld Manufacturing Engineer - 118885 
Onsite/Remote:Onsite Position

 

  

 

Your Responsibilities

 

 

As a PDP Weld Manufacturing Engineer for John Deere Des Moines Works located in Des Moines, IA, you will:

 

 

  • Concept and procure weld tooling, robotic weld systems, specialized racks, and material handling equipment utilizing E-Tools to determine the sequence of events, communicate issues and verify safety and ergonomic methods
  • Lead Design for Manufacturing (DFM) activities to resolve manufacturing, safety and ergonomic issues, and quality metrics
  • Participate in quality activities, such as: Function Geometry Reviews (FGRs), Design Process Assembly Reviews (DPARs), and Process Failure Mode & Effects Analysis (PFMEAs) activities
  • Innovate to implement product performance improvements and cost reductions for welding operations
  • Develop and implement lean cell layouts to improve material flow and material presentation in areas of responsibility
  • Support Appropriation for Expenditure (AFE) labor and capital estimates by developing accurate, timely, labor estimates and part routings in SAP for program management
  • Support the launch of new product lines

 

 

VISA Sponsorship is NOT available for this position

 

 

What Skills You Need

 

  • Understanding of weld tooling design, robotic/automation systems development, work center design, line design, and complex welded assemblies
  • Ability to champion and improve overall product flow and line design within the factory, working through and directing projects from start to finish
  • Experience with problem solving and working in a team environment
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills
  • Familiar with Microsoft Office applications, wPlanner/MPP, SAP, and 3D Modeling
  • Ability and willingness to travel up to 25%

 

What Makes You Standout

 

  • Expertise with complex automated manufacturing work cells / robotic programming
  • Experience with Creo & Auto CAD
  • Knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerances (GD&T)
  • Work experience in a union environment
  • Experience with shop floor manufacturing, incentive pay systems, and work measurement
  • High level of knowledge of capital budgeting and capital equipment justification
  • Understanding of the Enterprise Product Delivery Process (EPDP)

 

Education

 

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

 

  • Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing, Industrial, Weld, Mechanical Engineering, Technology or related field

 

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 
  • 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 Purchase Plan & numerous discount programs for personal use
  • Vacation and Holiday Pay

 $86,892.00  - $130,332.00  + Benefits

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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.

 

The terms of the applicable benefit plans, and all company actions administering or interpreting these plans, continue to control. Deere & Company reserves the right to suspend, amend, modify, or terminate the Plan(s) in any manner at any time, including the right to modify or eliminate any cost-sharing between the company and participants. Changes, which can be made at any time, are made by action of the company's board of directors, or to the extent authorized by resolution of its board of directors, or by the Deere & Company Compensation Committee. In the event of a conflict between the language of the official Plan Documents and this document, the language of the official Plan Documents will control.

 

 

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