PVV Engineer
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Job Summary
There are 7 billion people on this planet. And by 2050 there will be 2 billion more... many moving into urban centers at an unprecedented rate. Making sure there is enough food fiber and infrastructure for our rapidly growing world is what were all about at John Deere. And its why were investing in our people and our technology like never before in our 175-year history. Here the worlds brightest minds are tackling the worlds biggest challenges. If you believe one person can make the world a better place well put you to work. RIGHT NOW.
Primary Location: China (CN)- Tianjin- Tianjin
Function: Product Engineering (CA)
Title: PVV Engineer- 123407
Your Position:
- Plan and execute PVV durability tests for major tractor structural components including but not limited to frame axles housing brackets and mounting structures.
- Develop test plans load cases test cycles and acceptance criteria based on product requirements design specifications and applicable standards.
- Independently design and validate test fixtures and tooling ensuring proper load paths boundary conditions and test safety.
- Conduct bench rig or vehicle-level durability tests; monitor test progress and ensure data integrity and compliance with PVV processes.
- Analyze test results and investigate structural failures identifying failure modes and root causes such as fatigue cracking yielding or joint failures.
- Collaborate with Design Engineering CAE Manufacturing and Supplier Quality teams to drive issue resolution and design improvements.
- Document test procedures results and conclusions in formal PVV reports and support design reviews and gate reviews.
- Bachelors degree or above in Mechanical Engineering Vehicle Engineering or related discipline.
- Solid understanding of structural durability and fatigue fundamentals including fatigue life concepts and influencing factors.
- Experience with durability testing of structural components in tractors off-highway or heavy equipment products.
- Proven ability to design test fixtures independently with clear understanding of load application constraints and structural safety.
- Familiarity with common structural failure modes and failure analysis techniques.
- Knowledge of test instrumentation and measurement methods (strain load displacement etc.).
- Strong hands-on capability and problem-solving skills in a test or lab environment.
- Ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams and communicate technical results clearly.
- Detail-oriented with strong focus on test quality safety and data accuracy.
- Ability to manage multiple test activities and work in a fast-paced development environment.
- Experience in agricultural machinery or off-highway equipment durability testing.
- Exposure to correlation between CAE and physical test results.
- Experience with PVV processes product development gates or design reviews.
- Background in structural failure analysis or durability improvement projects.
What Youll Get
At John Deere you are empowered to create a career that will take you to where you want to go. Here youll enjoy the freedom to explore new projects the support to think outside the box and the advanced tools and technology that foster innovation and achievement. We offer comprehensive relocation and reward packages to help you get started on your new career path.
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