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Job Title: Tool Designer

Location: Waterloo, IA

Assignment Length: 36 Months (As a W2 employee of Epitec working for John Deere)

Shift Information: Hours: 6 AM to 4:30 PM

Visa sponsorship is not available, now or in the near future, for this position.

Responsibilities:

• Execute the Tool Design process for assigned projects:
• Review and clarify work orders (WO) with John Deere stakeholders
• Design concept up to 20% of project scope and review with stakeholders until approval
• Complete design modeling and get approval before detailing
• Draft detailed drawings including CAD geometry necessary for manufacturing
• Notify John Deere Tool Design procurement when design is complete
• Deliver build prints and review project with Tool Makers
• Attend fit/function tests with Tool Maker and ME present
• Provide troubleshooting input as necessary
• Update design to "As Built" prints

Ongoing Expectations:

• Prioritize WOs and adjust project due dates as set by John Deere
• Accommodate design changes requested by John Deere at any time
• Perform all work on-site using tools such as Creo, Smart Assembly, PDM Link, UGS TeamCenter, AutoCAD, Ansys
• Complete required safety and ergonomics training
• Attend required staff meetings
• Update SAP with electronic time entry and WO status
• Use PDM Link for CAD file storage-retrieval and MS Outlook for communications
• Transfer data securely via FileZilla or John Deere-approved methods

Requirements:

• Experience with Creo or Solid modeling
• Knowledge of fabrication methods
• Engineering background

Preferred Skills:

• Programming experience (C++, Python, SQL)
• Project Management experience
• Supply Management/Purchasing experience

Additional Information:

• May drive a personal vehicle to other Waterloo locations for meetings and potentially drive a Gator inside the factory after completing safety training.