John Deere · 1 day ago
Part-Time Student-Product Engineering-Ames IA
John Deere is focused on addressing the challenges of a growing global population by investing in its people and technology. The Part-Time Student - Product Engineer role involves modeling physical systems and collaborating with design and control engineers to develop optimal designs for customers.
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Responsibilities
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
Qualification
Required
Pursuing a degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Computer/Software, Industrial, or Agricultural Engineering, or equivalent
Must be registered as a full-time student at an accredited university
Graduation date of December 2026 or later
Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above
Available to work 10 - 20 hours/week during the academic year
Available to work approximately 40 hours/week during the summer
Must be able to commute to the work location in Ames, IA, on a weekly, daily, as-needed basis year-round (NOTE: Relocation assistance is not provided.)
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
Preferred
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
Benefits
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
Tuition assistance
Fitness subsidies and on-site gyms at specific Deere locations
Charitable contribution match
Employee Purchase Plan & numerous discount programs for personal use
Company
John Deere
John Deere is a manufacturing company that designs and produces lawn, garden, electric, agriculture, and construction equipment.
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$2B2025-01-16Post Ipo Debt· $2B
1978-01-13IPO
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