Design/Mechanical Engineer - Military Veterans

at John Deere

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RCE Equipment Solutions, the sister company of West Side Tractor Sales, is currently looking for a qualified Design/Mechanical Engineer to join our team at our Rockford, IL facility. RCE is all about customization. RCE designs and builds specialty equipment for the Railroad, Pipeline and Power Transmission industries. We engineer and manufacture in-house to provide our customers turnkey products and support. The ideal candidate should have work experience in an engineering related work environment. Individual will work on new design along with continual improvement on our existing equipment and attachment product lines.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Proficient in the use of AutoCAD Mechanical Desktop/Inventor to create models and drawings.

Work as a team member to accomplish tasks.

Identify opportunity for performance or service enhancements on machines.

Capable of troubleshooting machine operating systems and components.

Capable of defining solutions by investigating and analyzing customer specific problems.

Application of common engineering practices to achieve solutions.

Capable of writing operation manuals and service bulletins.

Position Requirements:

5 years of experience in an engineering related work environment strongly preferred.

Design experience in Railroad or heavy equipment industry a plus.

Must be resourceful team player.

Understanding machining and fabrication operations regarding a fabricated weldment.

Possess strong written and communication skills.

Knowledge of operation and capabilities of construction equipment a plus.

Experience and understanding of hydraulic/electrical systems and working with such.

Demonstrate the ability evaluate challenges using practical common sense thinking.

Detail orientated.

Must enjoy being part of a dynamic working environment.

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John Deere

We at John Deere are passionate about finding a way to give back to those who have served our Country. Working for a John Deere dealership or factory is bigger than just a job. It's growth in oneself, on a path to achieving all you hoped to accomplish. It's pride in your community, from the first customer you serve to supporting the community. It's knowing that what you do helps to feed, clothe, and shelter the world. It all starts with you. Starting here. Starting now!

Interested in joining the industry's best? At John Deere, veterans will find:

• A higher sense of purpose – helping those the farmers and infra-structure workers that feed and shelter the world

• A team-based environment focused on supporting the customer

• A never-ending desire for continuous improvement - We are looking for leaders, change agents, different perspectives

• Market leading pay and benefits

John Deere actively welcomes transitioning active duty service members to participate in internship opportunities at our dealership and factory locations across the United States. Timing of the internship is mutually agreed upon between the service member, her/his commander. Potential opportunities include:

• Dealer technicians – Nationwide opportunities

• Factory production roles at 16 major facilities– assembly, welders, machinists, skilled trades

• Support roles – IT, supply chain, logistics, engineering, human resources

How to apply:

Check out our open opportunities to the right for more information and to apply.

Once you click ‘Apply Now’, John Deere will receive a notification with your information. In order to be considered for next steps, please make sure you have an updated resume uploaded to your RecruitMilitary profile. Once John Deere reviews your resume and profile, a recruiter will reach out to provide you with more information and to schedule you for an interview.

Discuss Your Career Options with a Veteran at John Deere Today!

All interested service members and veterans can learn more and fill out a contact card at https://www.deere.com/MilitaryCSP. We will connect you with a John Deere veteran to discuss all potential options/matches.

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