Facilities/Maintenance Engineer
John Deere · Horicon, WI
- Level
- Engineer
- Team
- Reliability
- Base pay
- $78k–$116k
- Degree
- Required (or equivalent experience)
- Experience asked
- 18+ years
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- 22 days ago
The role in 30 seconds
An engineer-level reliability role at John Deere (industrial) in Horicon, WI. You will provide project management services and Electrical Engineering technical support related to implementation of facilities infrastructure projects in Horicon, WI located between Milwaukee and Madison, WI .
- They ask for
- 18+ years · degree required (or equivalent experience)
- Base pay
- $78k–$116k
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From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026
Reliability Engineer roles in Wisconsin: typical posted base $93k–$128k. This one lists $78k–$116k.
Median of the low and high ends of 6 live postings that list pay, out of 26 reliability engineer openings in Wisconsin, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
Wisconsin plant jobs report →Pay by team and state →What moves pay →
How this role compares
Against 25 other live reliability postings in Wisconsin.
- Base pay
- About 12% below similar roles
- Experience asked
- More than usual (18+ vs 5+)
Typical $93k–$128k, from 5 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- Root cause 42%
- EHS / safety 31%
- ✓ Team leadership 31%
- Validation (IQ/OQ/PQ) 27%
- DOE 23%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
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Responsibilities
As a Facilities/Maintenance Engineer at John Deere Horicon Works , you will provide project management services and Electrical Engineering technical support related to implementation of facilities infrastructure projects in Horicon, WI located between Milwaukee and Madison, WI . In addition, you will:
- ◆Perform engineering analysis of facility electrical systems, make design decisions, and provide proposals for solutions to facility engineering issues
- ◆Provide project management using project management processes for small to medium scope facility infrastructure projects typically up to $10M in capital spend
- ◆Project management
responsibilities
include cost, schedule, risk mitigation, and quality control
- ◆Provide technical guidance and coordinate with the work of internal resources, external design professionals and construction contractors from concept through implementation for your own projects or in support of other project managers
- ◆Communicate and ensure a collaborative environment with high performance teamwork with Leadership, Maintenance & Facilities staff, Manufacturing Engineering, Environmental staff, Supply Management, consultants, and contractors
- ◆Provide life, safety, and building code analysis on facilities projects and support and implement programs within the organization to prevent injuries and illnesses
- ◆Assist in the identification and resolution of potential environmental, safety, ergonomic, and health hazards
- ◆Coordinate with Supply Management to develop project sourcing strategies and research market for qualified suppliers of materials and services
VISA Sponsorship is NOT available for this position
Education
Ideally you will have a degree or equivalent related work experience in the following:
- ✓Degree in Electrical Engineering/Technology discipline related area of study or equivalent experience.
What You'll Get
At John Deere, you are empowered to create a career that will take you to where you want to go while working in an inclusive team environment. Here, you'll 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. Additionally, we offer a comprehensive reward package to help you get started on your new career path, including:
- ✓Flexible work arrangements
- ✓Highly competitive base pay
- ✓Savings & Retirement benefits (401K and Defined Contribution)
- ✓Healthcare benefits with a generous company contribution in the Health Savings Account
- ✓Adoption assistance
- ✓Employee Assistance Programs
- ✓Tuition assistance
- ✓Fitness subsidies and on-site gyms at specific Deere locations
- ✓Charitable contribution match
- ✓Employee Purchase Plan & numerous discount programs for personal use
- ✓Vacation and Holiday Pay
$77,628.00 - $116,436.00 + Benefits
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Primary Location: United States (US) - Wisconsin - Horicon
Function: Factory Engineering (CA)
Title: Facilities/Maintenance Engineer - 125135
Onsite/Remote: Onsite Position
Your
What Skills You Need
- •2 or more years of experience with Electrical Engineering systems and design including experience interpreting code and regulations (NFPA 70, NFPA 70E)
- •Ability to understand and apply electrical principles, know electrical components, basic factory power distribution systems (12.47 kV, 480V, 110V), be able to troubleshoot these systems, be able to understand industrial power distribution equipment (switch gear, breakers, meters, etc.) and have knowledge to apply proper power factor correction and grounding systems.
- •Capable of understanding and working with others to implement life, safety, and building code analysis and supports and implements programs within the organization to prevent injuries and illnesses
- •Assist in the identification and resolution of potential environmental, safety, ergonomic, and health hazards
- •Demonstrated multi-discipline project management experience on Electrical Systems projects, capital spend focusing on schedule, budget, and quality expectations with the ability to prioritize multiple active projects simultaneously
- •Demonstrated experience in procuring and coordinating multiple skilled trades, contractors, and outside consultants to achieve project objectives
- •Experience with applying engineering system design principles in or to support a manufacturing environment
What Makes You Stand Out
- •Experience with medium voltage switch gear
- •Experience providing troubleshooting of facility infrastructure
- •Experience supporting manufacturing, distribution, and maintenance operations
- •Capable of responding to critical electrical distribution down situations
- •Knowledge of construction industry project delivery methods, controls, and construction contract management
- •Cross competency experience with Manufacturing engineering, Operations Supervision, Supply Management, Environmental, or Maintenance Engineering
- •Working knowledge of safety standards, quality and environmental laws, regulations, and goals
- •Experience in Electrical Engineering project management
- •Experience with computer aided design and SKM Power Tools for Windows