Equipment Engineer designs, develops, evaluates, and deploys manufacturing equipment, devices, and systems. Develops electrical control devices to convey materials and products throughout the manufacturing process. Being a Equipment Engineer integrates devices and instruments into the systems that measure and control environmental or material variations occurring during the manufacturing process. Ensures equipment and processes maintain throughput, yield, safety, and reliability objectives. Additionally, Equipment Engineer maintains an up-to-date knowledge of equipment vendors' changes, upgrades, and innovations. Prepares preventive maintenance plans and procedures for all equipment and provides technical support during maintenance or turnaround processes. Requires a bachelor's degree in engineering. Typically reports to a manager. The Equipment Engineer work is closely managed. Works on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role. To be a Equipment Engineer typically requires 0-2 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Responsibilities and Duties Perform basic diagnostics and repairs on agricultural and turf equipment and established Ag Management Solutions products Participates in Service Educate Training programs required for the development of skills and knowledge Maintains current knowledge of John Deere and competitive products Maintains condition of vehicles, inventory, tools, and equipment Maintains clean work area and performs work in a neat and orderly fashion Follows all safety rules and regulations in performing work assignments Completes all reports and forms required in conjunction with work assignments Accounts for all time on a time card and for all material used in performing assigned duties Experience, Skills, and Knowledge 1 years in performing service repairs Ability to perform basic repairs and required maintenance using special tools and equipment following Technical Manual procedures Proficient knowledge in mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems in the repair of agricultural and turf equipment Ability to operate vehicles and equipment used for diagnostic purposes Ability to lift 50-75 lbs.
repeatedly on a daily basis and more on occasion Ability to perform duties in extreme seasonal temperatures Ability to climb and stand for extended time in a safe manner on big/tall equipment while performing repairs Ability to go on Service Calls when needed, a valid driver's license is required Be available to complete long term repairs on a customer's equipment in a timely manner Forklift certified preferred Ability to use Service Advisor and basic computer functions Proficient oral and written skills Climb up on equipment and in smaller spaces in equipment to make repairs This is a safety sensitive position