Engine Systems Engineer—Rotational Development Program

John Deere; Ankeny (IA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Highly competitive base pay

Healthcare benefits

Tuition assistance

Employee discounts

Job summary

John Deere invites recent engineering graduates to join the Engineering Development Program for Engine Engineering in Waterloo, IA. The program offers an 8-month rotation across combustion, aftertreatment, and related engineering domains, with emphasis on Systems Engineering, data analytics, and embedded controls.

Successful candidates will work in a hands-on environment, leveraging advanced tools and collaboration across teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's in Mechanical Engineering with an anticipated graduation date Dec 2026 through Aug 2027.
• GPA: 3.0+ on a 4.0 scale; minimum 2.8.
• Familiar with internal combustion engines and aftertreatment.

Responsibilities

• Participate in an 8-month rotation across combustion engine and aftertreatment areas. Learn Systems Engineering and data analytics.
• Embeds in embedded system control software and related testing activities.

Skills

Mechanical engineering concepts

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Verbal and written communication

Microsoft Office

Internal combustion engines knowledge

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Mechanical Engineering

Anticipated graduation Dec 2026 – Aug 2027

Tools

Pro/E

GT-Suite

Embedded system controls

Job description

John Deere invites recent engineering graduates to join the Engineering Development Program for Engine Engineering in Waterloo, IA. The program offers an 8-month rotation across combustion, aftertreatment, and related engineering domains, with emphasis on Systems Engineering, data analytics, and embedded controls.

Successful candidates will work in a hands-on environment, leveraging advanced tools and collaboration across teams.