Staff Engineer, Product

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. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to, among other things, 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.

 

Primary Location: United States (US) - Wisconsin  - Horicon  
Function: Product Engineering
Title: Staff Engineer, Product - 105041 
Onsite/Remote:Onsite Position

 

  

 

Your Responsibilities

 

 

 As a Staff Engineer, Product for John Deere Horicon Works located in Horicon, Wisconsin, (centrally located between Milwaukee, WI and Madison, WI), you will: 

 

• Provide strategic direction, technical oversight, and schedule adherence to Product Development Process (PDP) and innovation study projects that will feed future Utility Vehicle product development.
• Research and develop ideas to meet or exceed customer expectations with performance, cost, manufacturability, durability, and reliability focus.
• Leverage core and flex resources to execute work, providing work direction and oversight.
• Develop capabilities and grow skillsets of team members.

 

Visa Sponsorship is NOT available for this position.

 

 

What Skills You Need

 

• 5 or more years of technical experience related to off road vehicle design and development.
• 5 or more years collaborating with cross functional teams to put innovative ideas into production and supporting the product after start of production.
• 5 or more years using engineering tools and systems (Creo, SAP, PDM, analysis and simulation).
• Demonstrated experience with complex systems design and implementation.
• Demonstrated capability performing in an engineering team environment and interfacing with engineers and personnel of other disciplines.
• Proven ability to hold technical teams and individuals accountable without direct reporting structure.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

What Makes You Stand Out

 

• In depth knowledge of off-road utility vehicle (UTV, SxS) design and development.
• Strong Systems Engineering background with focus on requirements gathering, trade space analysis, and concept selection.
• Experience determining high level architecture for complex vehicle systems.
• 3 or more years’ experience working in cross functional roles such as manufacturing engineering, quality engineering, operations, marketing, etc.
• Proven experience implementing a cost-conscious culture.
• Familiarity with Deere systems and processes.
• Demonstrated experience developing capabilities and skills in teams and individuals.
• Military experience.
• Bilingual Spanish/English.

 

Education

 

 

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

 

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and/or 5 years of related 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 and performance bonuses
• 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

 

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