Engineering Technician

Moline, 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 Moline, Illinois. As a member of our team, the selected candidate will perform basic product design, testing and/or analysis work for a defined portion of a project. Operate in a team environment, providing input to design solutions and participate in design reviews. Develop recommendations within established guidelines; work and decisions are reviewed by supervisors before implementation.

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

Duties:

• Set up, operate, and maintain material lab equipment including metal & plastic 3D printers, sectioning saws, mounting press, grinding/polishing equipment, hardness testers, and wear testing equipment in accordance with established procedures and safety guidelines.
• Monitor 3D printing processes to ensure part quality, troubleshoot issues, and make necessary adjustments to optimize print parameters.
• Perform post-processing of 3D printed material tasks such as part removal, sanding, machining, and finishing to meet specific requirements.
• Prepare sample specimens for material testing and characterizations such as wear test coupons, adhesive lap shear samples, and metallographic mounts.
• Conduct material testing such as wear testing, hardness testing and microstructure imaging and compile results into presentable reports through Lab Work Request System.
• Collaborate with other Material Lab Personnel and the lab work requestors providing feedback on manufacturing and characterization feasibility of the various lab requests.
• Maintain detailed records of 3D printing parameters, material usage, and part quality to support lab quality control and continuous improvement efforts.
• Conduct routine maintenance and calibration of 3D printing equipment and material lab machines to ensure optimal performance and longevity.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; relevant technical certification or associate degree preferred.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing principles, including knowledge of various manufacturing technologies, materials, and post-processing techniques.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, 3D models, and geometric dimensions and tolerances (GD&T).
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Programs (Outlook, TEAMS, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc).
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.
• A strong candidate would have experience operating manufacturing machines and/or material testing equipment.

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