Engineer, Engine Electrical Systems Job Details | John Deere

John Deere develops products and technology that address global challenges in food, fiber, and infrastructure. The Engineer, Engine Electrical Systems will support the development, integration, validation, and production release of electrical systems and Engine Management Systems for Turf gasoline and diesel engine applications, while coordinating with engineering, manufacturing, quality, service, and supplier teams.


Responsibilities

  • Support development, integration, validation, and production release of electrical systems and Engine Management Systems for Turf gasoline and diesel engine applications
  • Partner with engine, software, electrical, PV&V, manufacturing, quality, service, and supplier teams to deliver robust controls, diagnostics, communication interfaces, and supplier-delivered EMS content
  • Coordinate development with engine suppliers, EMS/ECU suppliers, software teams, electrical teams, validation teams, factories, and service organizations
  • Develop product requirement documentation as needed for engine electrical components/systems
  • Support ECU/ECM integration, wiring interfaces, CAN J1939 communication, service diagnostics, software releases, and factory programming
  • Maintain EMS specifications, validation plans, diagnostic strategies, release documentation, and technical decision records
  • Lead troubleshooting and root cause analysis for electrical, software, diagnostic, communication, and control-related engine issues

Skills

  • VISA Sponsorship is NOT available for this position
  • BS in either Electrical, Mechanical, Mechatronic, Automotive, or Agricultural Engineering
  • Must be 18 years of age or older to apply
  • Experience with gasoline and small diesel platforms used in Turf, commercial mowing, golf, utility vehicle, or compact utility equipment
  • Experience with Engine electrical systems - Sensors, Actuators, Charging Systems, and Engine Electrical Interfaces
  • Familiarity with embedded software, software release coordination, J1939 diagnostics, service tool integration, and John Deere Custom Performance payload management system
  • Knowledge of and/or experience with functional safety, EMC practices, system risk assessment, controller hardware selection, or electronic product verification
  • Ability to resolve issues involving engine behavior, electrical interfaces, software controls, diagnostics, calibration, and supplier content
  • Degree or equivalent related work experience in the following:

Benefits

  • Flexible work arrangements
  • 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

Company Overview

  • John Deere is a manufacturing company that designs and produces lawn, garden, electric, agriculture, and construction equipment. It was founded in 1837, and is headquartered in Moline, Illinois, USA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is

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