Description :
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When a John Deere machine roars to life, the workhorse that powers it came from John Deere Power Systems. Manufacturing heavy-duty industrial engines and drive-train components for John Deere equipment operations, Power Systems is also a major supplier to other equipment manufacturer markets worldwide. Technology, precision manufacturing and world-famous John Deere quality go into every engine and drivetrain we design and manufacture. View [link removed] location information to learn more about the area.
One of the benefits of working at John Deere is our comprehensive career development program. Our employees' internal resumes are accessible on-line by managers and human resources, allowing them to match employee interests with company needs?in short, getting the right people in the right jobs, at the right time.
John Deere Power Systems is seeking a Field Test Engineer to provide product and Customer Support insights into new engine product introductions as well as drive verification and validation activities on core deliverables. In this position, you will:
Provide input into multiple teams to ensure engine reliability, repairability, and maintenance goals are achieved.
Develop unique diagnostic and instrumentation solutions to verify and validate engine publications, software, and training materials.
Create and execute proactive Product Verification and Validation (PV&V) plans to ensure quality on-time delivery of Customer Support deliverables.
Coordinate development and improvement in both soft and hard service tools.
Develop long and short term technical solutions for both new and current products.
Engage with cross functional Engineering, Manufacturing, and Quality Improvement teams to ensure new product introductions are successful.
Analyze and gather data from multiple sources within and outside John Deere to create useful field solutions.
Education
Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technology discipline or equivalent experience.
Required Skills and Experience
Customer support experience with customer interaction regarding products, parts, and services.
Technical experience relating to design/diagnostics of mechanical/electrical/hydraulic systems.
Work experience in a team environment.
Passion for ensuring customer needs for repairability, reliability, and maintenance are met.
Ability to read prints and technical manuals.
Knowledge of products, customers, markets, and competitors.
Knowledge of and ability to troubleshoot mechanical and electrical systems.
Willingness to travel occasionally to do advanced testing and reconciliation of customer support deliverables.
Desired Skills and Experience
Experience with advanced engine diagnostics and instrumentation.
Working knowledge of on-road engine systems and aftertreatment systems.
Experience with design, engineering, and manufacturing interfacing.
This position will be posted for a minimum of 7 business days and unposted when a qualified pool of candidates is achieved.
The information contained herein is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties 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. Equal Opportunity Employer.