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Weld Engineering Development Program 2026a

John DeereChicago, ILL4 MidSeptember 15th, 2026
Overview In this two-year program, you rotate through eight-month assignments across Weld OFP Manufacturing Engineering, Fabrication OFP Manufacturing Engineering, Tooling Engineering, and Fabrication or Weld PDP to build welding process expertise. You will learn and apply weld processes in a production setting within the Midwest locations. The program supports growth through cross-functional collaboration and hands-on engineering experiences. It’s a path to develop into a skilled engineering professional contributing to manufacturing excellence. Compensation / BenefitsFlexible work arrangementsCompetitive base pay401k and Defined Benefit PensionHealthcare benefitsTuition assistanceEmployee Purchase Plan ResponsibilitiesParticipate in eight-month rotations across Weld OFP Manufacturing Engineering, Fabrication OFP Manufacturing Engineering, Tooling Engineering, and Fabrication or Weld PDPLearn and apply weld processes within each rotation areaCollaborate with cross-functional teams to solve manufacturing issuesSupport tooling design and automation-related tasks as neededDevelop proficiency in welding-related processes and production improvementsCommunicate findings and recommendations effectively in written and verbal form Key requirementsBachelor’s or Master’s degree in Welding Engineering or related Engineering degree with graduation date between December 2025 and August 2026Minimum 2.8 GPA on 4.0 scale (3.0+ preferred)Willingness to relocate to Dubuque, IowaNo US visa sponsorship for this positionPrevious intern or co-op experience in weld engineeringEffective verbal and written communication skillsFamiliarity with Microsoft Office productsproblem solvingteam collaborationeffective communicationPro/ESolidWorksAutoCAD