Part-Time Student-Product Engineering-Ames IA OR Silvis, IL

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  - Ames  
Function: Product Engineering (CA)
Title: Part-Time Student-Product Engineering-Ames IA OR Silvis, IL - 117595 
Onsite/Remote:Onsite Position

 

Note: Relocation assistance is not provided.

 

The Part-Time Student Program is primarily designed to augment the Company’s regular full-time staff and is for students who work in parallel to their school schedule YEAR-ROUND.

Your Responsibilities

 

As a Part-time Student Product Engineering for John Deere Tech works located in Ames, Iowa or Silvis, IL you will:

 

• The work will entail modeling physical systems such as hydraulics, electrical circuits, and controls systems in Matlab/Simulink/SimScape.
• Work with design engineers, embedded engineers, and control engineers to tackle some of the most challenging problems at John Deere.  
• You will use simulation to architect, optimize and develop the very best design possible for our customers

 

This position is not available to students on immigration visas

What Skills You Need

 

• Ideally you will be pursuing a degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Computer/Software, Industrial, or Agricultural Engineering, or equivalent; others may apply
• Must be registered as a full-time student at an accredited University
• Graduation date of sping 2027 or later
• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above
• Available to work approximately 10-20 hours/week onsite during the academic year
• Available to work approximately 40 hours/week onsite during the summer
• Available to commute to the work location in Ames, IA or Silvis, IL, year-round
• Strong understanding and intuition for physics and dynamics
• Effective communication skills both oral and written
• Strong problem-solving skills and inquisitive nature for resolving complex problems

What Makes You Stand Out

 

• Knowledge or work experience in production agriculture or construction equipment
• Experience in product engineering (product design, product testing, software testing)
• 3D modeling experience (Creo preferred)
• Programming experience (MATLAB, C++, Python, Visual Basic, Arduino, Raspberry Pi)
• Model Based Software Development Experience (Simulink, Simscape, LabVIEW, Amesim)
• Data analytics experience (Python, R, SQL)
• Strong familiarity with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, SharePoint, or Power BI
• Leadership experience

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 Benefit Pension)
• Healthcare benefits with a generous company contribution in the Health Savings Account
• Adoption assistance
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Tuit