John Deere is looking for a Senior Facilities Electrical Engineer to support our Waterloo Works manufacturing operations. You will be responsible for designing, developing, testing, and maintaining electrical systems and equipment to meet operational goals. This role requires strong technical capability, collaboration, and managing multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
What You'll Do
- Design and develop electrical systems, components, and products for industrial and manufacturing applications.
- Create and maintain schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation.
- Troubleshoot electrical issues in equipment, machinery, or facility systems.
- Lead or support continuous improvement projects, including automation upgrades and reliability enhancements, using AI tools to automate processes, tasks, and monitoring needs.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including mechanical engineering, maintenance, production, and quality.
- Ensure all designs comply with relevant codes, standards, and safety regulations (NEC, UL, IEC, etc.), Arc Flash studies, and label creation.
- Perform testing, analysis, and validation of electrical systems and components via software program, Schneider PME.
- Support capital projects from conception through implementation.
- Work heavily with vendors, contractors, and consulting entities on equipment specifications and installation requirements.
What We're Looking For
- 5 or more years of electrical engineering experience.
- Strong knowledge of industrial electrical design principles, power distribution, and control systems.
- Experience with CAD tools such as AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN, or SolidWorks Electrical.
- Familiarity with PLCs, automation, or industrial controls.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Nice to Have
- Experience in manufacturing, industrial operations, or equipment design.
- Knowledge of motor drives, sensors, instrumentation, and safety circuits.
- Understanding of programming or ladder logic (Rockwell/Siemens).
- Professional Engineer (PE) license or progress toward licensure.
Technical Stack
- AutoCAD Electrical
- EPLAN
- SolidWorks Electrical
- PLCs
- Schneider PME
Team & Environment
You will work on cross-functional teams including mechanical engineering, maintenance, production, and quality.
Benefits & Compensation
- Compensation range: $93,324.00 - $139,980.00 + Benefits
- Flexible work arrangements
- Highly competitive base pay and performance bonuses
- 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
Work Mode
This role is onsite in Waterloo, IA.
John Deere is an equal opportunity employer, including disabled & veterans.
