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Mechanical Engineer

Precision Planting

Precision Planting

Tremont, IL, USA
USD 54,797-110k / year + Equity
Posted on Jan 16, 2026

Solutions for Every Season We engineer and deliver precision ag hardware, software, and cloud-based platforms that connect every corner of the farm.

Precision Planting is seeking a highly motivated individual to provide engineering expertise in design, implementation, and deployment of on-farm planting and harvesting equipment for advanced precision agriculture applications.


Your Impact

  • Manage the full product lifecycle, including design, testing, and production, while validating proof‑of‑concept software in the field.

  • Investigate and resolve issues by analyzing field failures, implementing design changes, and driving continuous improvement.

  • Collaborate across teams to address field challenges, apply advanced design and prototyping tools, and support patent applications.

  • Lead innovation by transforming ideas into practical solutions that benefit farmers using modern engineering practices.

  • Travel within the U.S. (5%–10%) to support research, testing, and field operations.


Your Experience and qualifications

  • Apply solid modeling skills (using Creo or similar tools) to design mechanical parts and create detailed prints for prototypes and production.

  • Utilize prototyping techniques such as 3D printing, machining, fabrication, instrumentation, and data analysis to support development.

  • Demonstrate strong analytical, problem‑solving, and creative thinking abilities, with a high degree of mechanical aptitude and attention to detail.

  • Show humility by embracing the best solutions, regardless of origin, while maintaining optimism about the future of agriculture.

  • Challenge conventional thinking and drive innovation to deliver better outcomes for farmers.



Your Benefits

  • Health care and wellness plans

  • Dental and vision plans

  • Flexible and virtual work options (where available)

  • 401(k) Savings Plan with company match

  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan offering eligible employees the ability to purchase AGCO stock at a discounted price

  • Paid holidays and paid time off

  • Health savings and flexible spending accounts

  • Reimbursement for continuing education

  • Life insurance and other supplemental insurance plans

Your Compensation
This position will pay within the range of $54,797 - $110,000, based on experience. This position is eligible for a bonus based on 8% of compensation.

Your Workplace

You will work with your wonderful PTx colleagues from Tremont, USA (Onsite)

We value inclusion and recognize the innovation a diverse workforce delivers to our farmers. Through our recruitment efforts, we are committed to building a team that includes a variety of experiences, backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives.

Join us as we bring agriculture into the future and apply now!

AGCO is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.