Precision Metrology Engineer

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Date: Mar 9, 2026

Location: Horicon, Wisconsin, US, 53032

Company: John Deere

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Primary Location: United States (US) - Wisconsin  - Horicon  
Function: Factory Engineering (CA)
Title: Precision Metrology Engineer - 118762 
Onsite/Remote:Onsite Position

 

  

 

Your Responsibilities

 

As a Precision Metrology Engineer for John Deere Horicon Works in Horicon, Wisconsin (centrally located between Milwaukee and Madison), you will provide onsite programming in the DMIS language for both new and existing parts. You will plan, coordinate, facilitate and perform dimensional metrology engineering work.

 

 

In addition, you will:

 

  • Write, operate, consult and troubleshoot dimensional metrology engineering programs
  • Provide programming education using any of a variety of programming languages
  • Participate in functional geometry reviews and design process assembly reviews as requested
  • Design and procure dimensional metrology engineering (DME) work-holding fixtures
  • Assist engineers in reading and interpreting dimensional metrology engineering output as it pertains to evaluating part quality and developing manufacturing processes
  • Work with ME, QE and Operations personnel to resolve production quality issues
  • Apply dimensional measurement equipment selection to specific measurement task
  • Ensure compliance with and help create procedures to maintain the CMM labs and systems to internal and international standards
  • Coordinate with our Computer Aided Inspection Room (CAIR) personnel to maximize measurement equipment utilization
  • Provide interpretation and guidance on geometric dimensioning and tolerancing as it pertains to dimensional metrology

 

 

VISA Sponsorship is NOT available for this position

 

 

What Skills You Need

 

  • 3+ years of experience programming in the DMIS language
  • 3+ years of metrology engineering experience, including the use of metrology tools and techniques
  • Knowledge of current and emerging metrology products, tools and concepts
  • Demonstrated effective interpersonal skills to interact with all levels in the organization and supplier personnel      
  • Demonstrated ability to initiate, handle and complete multiple, concurrent projects on time       
  • 1+ years of experience with engineering tools, systems and databases 

 

What Makes You Standout

 

  • Use of statistical tools and techniques for quality management such as FMEA (Failure Modes Effect Analysis), SPC (Statistical Process Control), Root Cause Analysis
  • Previous use of AutoCAD, CAM or related software experience 
  • Leading and supporting cross functional teams for projects of moderate scope      
  • Manual and automated /robotic stamping, welding and press processes      
  • SAP business software experience      
  • Microsoft Software experience

 

Education

 

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

 

  • Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing Engineering, or technology 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 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 Purchase Plan & numerous discount programs for personal use

 $77,628.00  - $116,436.00  + 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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