Part Time Student - Electrical Systems Engineer - Silvis, IL

John Deere; Silvis (IL); On-site; USD 24,796 - 55,104; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Highly competitive base pay

Savings & Retirement benefits (401K)

Healthcare benefits with generous HSA

Tuition assistance

Fitness subsidies and on-site gyms

Employee Purchase Plan & discounts

Vacation and Holiday Pay

Job summary

John Deere in Silvis, IL seeks a Part-Time Student Electrical Systems Engineer to support design of complex electronic systems for Seeding and Tillage equipment. The role runs year-round with onsite work and requires active enrollment as a full-time student at a local university.

Responsibilities include assisting in electrical system modules, ensuring configurations are well understood, and creating design specifications for internal and supplier teams. VISA sponsorship is not available.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled as a full-time student at a local accredited university.
• Begins Spring 2027 or later; GPA 2.8+ is preferred.
• Available to work 10–20+ hours/week during the academic year.
• Available to work 30–40 hours/week during the summer.

Responsibilities

• Assist electrical system modules for CI, PDP or Value Stream activities.
• Help ensure configurations and common requirements are understood.
• Support problem-solving and resolution of electrical issues on new and current products.
• Create electrical design specifications for internal and supplier teams.

Skills

Electrical systems

Customer focus

Communication skills

Time management

Team collaboration

Basic electrical design

Education

Pursuing bachelor's degree in Electrical/Computer/Mechanical Engineering or CS

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) - Illinois - Silvis

Function: Product Engineering (CA)

Title: Part Time Student - Electrical Systems Engineer - Silvis, IL - 122642

Onsite/Remote: Onsite Position

Note: Relocation assistance is not provided.

The Part-Time Student Program is primarily designed to augment the Company’s regular full-time staff and is for students who work in parallel to their school schedule YEAR-ROUND.

Your Responsibilities

As an Electrical Systems Engineer Part-Time Student for John Deere Crop Care located in Silvis, IL, you will perform technical work to aid in the design of complex electronic systems for Seeding and Tillage equipment that provide technology solutions that make our customers more efficient. In addition, you will:

• Assist in electrical system module(s) for CI, PDP or Value Stream activities to meet customer requirements
• Assist system engineers to ensure configurations/features are fully known and common requirements are developed
• Assist in problem-solving and resolution of electrical issues on new product development and current production
• Create electrical design specifications in document form for internal and supplier teams

VISA Sponsorship is NOT available for this position

What Skills You Need

• Ideally, you will be pursuing a bachelor's degree in the following; Electrical/computer engineering, mechanical engineering, or computer science; others may apply.
• Must be registered as a full-time student at a local accredited university
• Graduation date of Spring 2027 or later
• Cumulative GPA of 2.8 or above
• Available to work 10-20 or more hours/week during the academic year
• Available to work 30-40 hours/week during the summer semester
• Basic knowledge and understanding of electrical components
• Strong customer focus
• Excellent communication skills - must interface successfully with engineers, personnel of other disciplines, and suppliers
• Familiarity with basic electrical systems design
• Must be able to commute to the work location in Silvis, IL, on regular basis year-round

What Makes You Standout

• Product Engineering experience
• Experiences in electric system design and documentation
• Experiences with electric components design and documentation
• Understanding of the theory of operation and customer interaction with agricultural equipment
• Skill in using company information systems and processes

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 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
• Vacation and Holiday Pay

$15 - $40 hourly based on published rates for business function and education level.

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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.

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