Senior Electrical Engineer - Engine Management Systems

Overview

Senior Electrical Engineer - Engine Management Systems role at John Deere. Location : Horicon, WI, United States (Onsite). Visa sponsorship is NOT available for this position.

Responsibilities

As a Senior Electrical Engineer - Engine Management Systems for JD Horicon Works located in Horicon, WI, you will :

• Work on development of utility vehicles and premium turf product designed, tested, and produced in Horicon, WI.
• Lead the design and development of EMS hardware and software for small internal combustion engines (1–4 cylinders), ensuring systems meet performance, reliability, and compliance standards.
• Act as a subject matter expert for EMS-related components, including sensors, actuators, and control modules. You'll provide guidance on diagnostics, troubleshooting, and system optimization.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams—including mechanical, electrical, manufacturing, and field support—to ensure seamless integration of EMS into vehicle platforms throughout the product lifecycle. This will include leading team members as a matrix manager.
• Work closely with suppliers to define technical requirements, track deliverables, and ensure timely completion of EMS-related milestones. Drive alignment towards common communication architecture, diagnostic methods, and service programming / support needs. Be a technical liaison between Deere project teams and EMS suppliers.
• Translate system-level requirements into detailed specifications for EMS hardware and software, ensuring alignment with business goals and technical constraints.
• Support validation and testing efforts by working hands-on with vehicles, engines, and instrumentation to gather data, perform root cause analysis, and verify system performance.
• Engage with internal and external stakeholders to align key product features, customer needs, and technical trade-offs, contributing to the delivery of innovative and customer-focused solutions.

Qualifications

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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. Additionally, we offer a comprehensive rewards package to help you get started on your new career path, including :

Salary : 107,136.00 - 160,704.00 + Benefits

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Must be 18 years of age or older to apply.

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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