Engineering Technician

Engineering Technician

Milan, Illinois - Full Time

Productive Resources (www.productiveresources.com) is seeking a candidate to be part of our engineering team at John Deere's facility in Milan, Illinois. As a member of our team, the selected candidate will perform instrumented tests using existing procedures to verify that machine performance meets the product specification. Support all product groups in the product verification and validation process.

This is a full-time position that is indefinite in duration with the opportunity of professional growth, and additional opportunities within our organization.

Duties:

• Assembly of test rigs based on layout drawings and setup instructions. This includes: o Mechanical assembly using hand tools and battery/air impact wrenches. o Use of overhead cranes. o Connecting hydraulic plumbing. o Connecting electrical control cables.
• Document any changes to the setup procedure and layout drawings for continuous improvement.
• Monitor and adjust test controls as necessary to keep the tests running efficiently.
• Perform test specimen inspections and make repairs as required by the defined test parameters.
• Document all test related incidents and activities using a web-based application.
• Contact the appropriate Deere personnel as required to prevent safety issues, environmental issues, and failures to test equipment or specimens and perform emergency shutoff procedures if necessary.
• Perform routine lab maintenance and cleaning. Including, but not limited to, mopping, vacuuming, organizing, and putting away tools/equipment in the lab.
• Pick up parts from the John Deere Parts Distribution Center and perform various other errands.

Requirements:

• Experience working on machinery (tear down and repair), mechanic/mechanical background.
• Knowledge of Windows file/folder structure and how to copy/move/rename files.
• Good computer skills with Microsoft Office.
• Ability to read dimensioned part drawings and test layout drawings.
• Ability to work independently.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with servo-hydraulic or hydraulic systems.

As a condition of employment consideration, Productive Resources conducts pre-employment screening, including a background check and drug test. In addition, an employment candidate is required to provide proof of identity and legal authority to work in the United States.

Why work for Productive Resources?

Productive Resources is a full-service engineering firm with over two decades of experience serving leading global clients. Our primary focus is on project-based product development and manufacturing engineering support. Our primary industries of focus are off highway equipment including agricultural, construction, defense, mining, recreational, industrial, and specialty machines.

We lead with our reputation for quality, teamwork, and innovative solutions which keep our clients engaged as a partner in their journey. Our diverse experience and client base will challenge your technical skills and provide greater opportunity for growth.

Our primary delivery center is our Technical Center in Waterloo, IA, as well as numerous customer areas we serve with onsite and remote teams throughout the U.S.

We Offer Competitive Benefits:

• Health and Dental Insurance
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Long-Term Disability
• Short-term Disability
• Retirement Savings Account (Traditional 401k & Roth 401k)
• Flexible Spending Plans for Medical Expenses and Dependent Care
• Paid Time Off (PTO)

Equal Opportunity and Veteran Friendly