Engineering Development Program - Product Moline, Iowa, US - John Deere

OpenTalent; Iowa (LA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

John Deere invites recent engineering graduates to join the Engineering Development Program (EDP) in Product Engineering. This two-year sequence provides eight-month rotations across disciplines such as Controls, Drivetrain, Electronics, Embedded Software, Engines, and Structures at various Deere locations.

Participants gain broad exposure, build professional networks, and prepare for challenging roles in a global manufacturing leader. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree with expected graduation Dec 2026–Aug 2027.
• GPA 3.0+ (4.0) required; minimum 2.8 acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Engineering Development Program (EDP) offers entry-level engineers rotational experiences over two years.
• Rotations include areas like Controls & Simulation, Drivetrain, Electronics, Embedded Software, Engines, Structures.
• Locations include multiple sites across GA, IL, IA, NC, WI.

Skills

Action Planning

Data Collection

Engineering Design

Engineering Development

Engineering Implementation

Engineering Technology

Engineering Specification

Engineering Testing

Health and Safety

Engineering Build

Project Risk

Project Scope Management

Verbal Communication

Project Management

Project Organization

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Software Engineering

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering

GPA 3.0+ (4.0 scale)

Minimum GPA 2.8 (4.0 scale)

Job description

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 - Moline Function: Product Engineering (CA) Title: Engineering Development Program - Product - 122805 Onsite/Remote: Onsite Position

Your Responsibilities

The Engineering Development Program (EDP) in Product Engineering provides entry-level engineers an opportunity to gather experiences and exposures throughout John Deere. It provides rotational opportunities to develop an understanding of John Deere's products and services and establish a network of people to support personal and professional growth. The program gives recent engineering graduates three experiences over a two year period. The eight-month rotations include assignments in areas like Controls & Simulation, Drivetrain, Electronics, Embedded Software, Engines, Structures — all possible at various John Deere locations.

Possible Locations: Georgia (Grovetown), Illinois (Moline), Iowa (Davenport, Des Moines, Dubuque, Ottumwa, Waterloo), North Carolina (Cary, Fuquay-Varina), Wisconsin (Horicon)

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.

What Skills You Need

• Action Planning
• Data Collection and Analysis
• Engineering Design
• Engineering Development
• Engineering Implementation
• Engineering Technology
• Engineering Specification
• Engineering Testing
• Health and Safety
• Engineering Build
• Project Risk and Issue Management
• Project Scope Management
• Project Tracking and Reporting
• Verbal Communication
• Project Management
• Project Organization and Structure

Education

Currently pursuing or recent college graduate with a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering or related Engineering degree with an anticipated graduation date of December 2026 through August 2027

Desired cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above on a 4.0 scale. Minimum cumulative GPA required of 2.8 on a 4.0 scale

What You'll Get