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Engineer, Electrical Systems

Deere

Dubuque, IA · Posted November 5, 2026

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About the job

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, IA Function: Product Engineering (CA) Title: Engineer, Electrical Systems - 123954 Onsite/Remote: Onsite Position

Your Responsibilities

As a Engineer, Electrical Systems for John Deere's Construction & Forestry (C&F) division in Dubuque, IA you will:

Support requirements development and design for electronic components and electrical systems

Diagnose and resolve electrical issues on prototype and current production units

Work with electronic suppliers to ensure component interface and quality meet John Deere’s needs

Participate in print reviews and design reviews for new products

Work with test engineers, supply management, and quality to deliver optimized solutions

VISA Sponsorship is NOT available for this position

What Skills You Need

1 or more years of previous electrical engineering experience which may include internships or personal projects

Demonstrated problem solving skills

Strong communication and teamwork skills

Strong organization and workload planning skills

Ability to understand and create electrical schematics

Ability to create 3D electrical harness geometry

A willingness to investigate emerging issues, determine root cause, and drive corrective action

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

What Makes You Stand Out

Previous electrical engineering experience performing analysis, testing and/or design work

Experience in the automotive/heavy on-road/off-road industries

Knowledge of electrical components such as batteries, starters, alternators, rocker switches, relays, solenoids, sensors, actuators, controllers, and connectors

Experience performing environmental verification testing and diagnosing and resolving issues

Experience performing EMC testing and issue resolution

Knowledge of electrical wire harness circuits and routing

Experience writing functional, performance, and durability requirements

Experience working with suppliers in the application of electrical components

Familiarity with operating Construction, Forestry, or Ag off-road equipment

CAN, USB, Ethernet, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth communications experience

Experience with modeling tools for harness routing and drawing creation, especially Creo or Capital Harness.

Education

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

B.S. in Electrical Engineering or equivalent such as Physics, Aerospace, or Computer Engineering. Others may apply.

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.

ACA Section 1557 Nondiscrimination Notice

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.