Senior Engineer - OEM Engine Integration

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Location:

United States (US)- Iowa
- Waterloo, IA
Function: Product Engineering (CA)
Title: Senior Engineer - OEM Engine Integration-122869

Onsite/Remote:Onsite Position

As a Senior Engineer – OEM Engine Integration for John Deere Power Systems (JDPS) located in Waterloo, IA,you will

• Serve as the technical lead for engine and aftertreatment integration into OEM product platforms, guiding the development of solutions that meet customer and business needs. This includes driving critical issues to closure in both Development and Continuous Improvement programs.
• Apply Systems Engineering principles and engine engineering expertise to define and scope engine projects balancing customer requirements, business objectives, and technical risk.
• Develop deep understanding of customer operations, machine utilization, and application requirements, translating voice‑of‑customer insights into prioritized engineering requirements and actionable product solutions.
• Provide technical leadership and influence across cross‑functional teams, ensuring alignment across organizations to deliver consistent customer‑focused solutions worldwide.
• Ensure that engine programs meet both the current and future needs of customers and business stakeholders. Proactively identify and resolve gaps in program scope, and lead integration activities with early adopters.

VISA Sponsorship is NOT available for this position

• Professional experience in technical roles related to diesel engines or vehicle engine applications
• Demonstrated problem‑solving and issue resolution skills
• Demonstrated technical communication skills
• Strong prioritization, project leadership, and schedule management skills
• Flexibility in dealing with changing and/or partial information while working with diverse teams

• Demonstrated technical expertise in one or more engine engineering functional areas (e.g. Design, Performance, Controls, Testing and Validation, Continuous Improvement, Manufacturing)
• Experience integrating engines, aftertreatment systems, controls, cooling systems, or related components into off‑highway equipment
• Systems Engineering Experience and/or Certification

Ideally you will have a degree or equivalent related work experience in the following:

• 4 year Bachelor Engineering degree or related fields.

What You'll Get

• Highly competitive base pay
• Savings & Retirement benefits (401K and Defined Contribution)
• 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

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.

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