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Electrical Design Engineer, Excavators

John Deere

Dubuque, IAJob$75–112K/yrSeen todaySeen in employer's feed today

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Compensation
$75–112K/yr
Location
Dubuque, IA
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

The Electrical Design Engineer will lead electrical component and harness development and integration for Deere’s mid- and large-size excavator portfolio. The role supports new vehicle program launches with global development teams, resolves electrical issues on test and customer machines, and collaborates across engineering, manufacturing, supply management, product support, and quality. It also provides factory support during builds and maintains product design guidelines and design books.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Product Development EngineeringElectrical SchematicsElectrical ConceptsElectrical Design PrinciplesElectrical Component Integration3D ModelingGlobal CollaborationCommunicationTeamworkProblem-SolvingEPDP Design ProcessHarness RoutingDrawing CreationCreoCapital HarnessRoot Cause AnalysisCorrective ActionSupplier CollaborationField Issue DiagnosisExcavator DesignProduct Verification and ValidationOff-Road Electrical Systems

Qualifications

1+ Years Product Development Engineering1+ Years Electrical Schematics Experience1+ Years Electrical Integration ExperiencePrior Global Environment ExperienceBachelor's in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Computer Science or EquivalentMust Be 18+

Benefits

401(k) Match
Medical Insurance
Tuition Assistance
Paid Time Off

Full job description

There are over 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 we're all about at John Deere. And it's why we're investing in our people and our technology like never before! Here the world's brightest minds are tackling the world's biggest challenges. If you believe one person can make the world a better place, we'll put you to work. RIGHT NOW.

John Deere is an equal opportunity employer, including disabled & veterans.

Primary Location: United States (US) - Iowa - Dubuque

Function: Product Engineering (CA)

Title: Electrical Design Engineer, Excavators - 124791

Onsite/Remote: Onsite Position

Your Responsibilities

As a Electrical Design Engineer, Excavators for John Deere Dubuque Works located in Dubuque, IA , you will:

  • Lead EPDP execution with the responsibility of electrical component and harness development and integration for the mid and large size Deere Excavator (DEX) portfolio.

  • Diagnose and resolve electrical issues on test or customer machines.

  • Work with global development teams (USA, India, China, and Brazil) to launch new vehicle programs into production.

  • Work with PV&V, Supply Management, Manufacturing, Product Support and Quality to deliver optimized solutions.

  • Provide the JD Kernersville factory critical project support during new model durability builds, limited production builds and start of production.

  • Create and maintain product design guidelines and design books for DEX.

VISA Sponsorship is NOT available for this position

What Skills You Need

  • 1 or more years of professional product development engineering experience.

  • 1 or more years creating and leveraging electrical schematics with knowledge of key electrical concepts and design principles.

  • 1 or more years of integrating electrical components (controllers, sensors, wiring harnesses, etc.) into vehicle assemblies within 3D modeling software.

  • Prior experience working in a global based environment, collaborating on the resolution of technical issues.

  • Strong communication and teamwork skills.

  • Strong problem-solving skills.

  • Ability and willingness to travel domestically and internationally, up to 25%.

What Makes You Stand Out

  • Prior experiences in every phase of the EPDP design process.

  • Familiarity with modeling tools for harness routing and drawing creation within Creo and Capital Harness.

  • Identifies emerging issues, determines root cause, and drives corrective action.

  • Works with suppliers of electrical components and/or harnesses.

  • Proven ability to diagnose and solve field issues.

  • Experience in excavator design or product verification & validation.

  • Experience in the design and development of electrical systems for off-road equipment.

Education

Ideally you will have a degree or equivalent related work experience in the following:

  • Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, software engineering, mechanical engineering, or computer science.

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

$74,988.00 - $112,476.00 + Benefits

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Must be 18 years of age or older to apply

The information contained herein is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and qualifications required of individuals performing the job. The qualifications detailed in this job description are not considered the minimum requirements necessary to perform the job, but rather as guidelines.

The terms of the applicable benefit plans, and all company actions administering or interpreting these plans, continue to control. Deere & Company reserves the right to suspend, amend, modify, or terminate the Plan(s) in any manner at any time, including the right to modify or eliminate any cost-sharing between the company and participants. Changes, which can be made at any time, are made by action of the company's board of directors, or to the extent authorized by resolution of its board of directors, or by the Deere & Company Compensation Committee. In the event of a conflict between the language of the official Plan Documents and this document, the language of the official Plan Documents will control.

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The John Deere Health Benefit Plans for Salaried Employees and The John Deere Benefit Plan for Wage Employees comply with applicable Federal civil rights laws and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability.

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