Application Platform Lead

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Primary Location: United States (US) - Iowa - Waterloo
Function: Engineering (CA)
Title: Application Platform Lead - 109609
Onsite/Remote:Onsite Position
This position is eligible for a flexible work schedule arrangement at the present time. The arrangement may be delayed for training or other job acclimation purposes and remains subject to change.
Your Responsibilities
As an Application Platform Lead for Waterloo Product Engineering Center located in Waterloo, IA, you will...

• Serve as the technical expert for engine integration into internal application product lines. This includes defining engine and aftertreatment solutions for new product programs, as well as driving issues to closure on inflight projects and current production products.
• Leverage Systems Engineering tools and Engine Engineering knowledge to scope APDP projects in a way that limits complexity, meets partner and engine program needs, mitigates risk, and ensures distinctive product quality at program launch.
• Grow and share deep customer understanding and in-depth machine operation knowledge. Translate this knowledge into prioritized engineering requirements for new product programs.
• Coordinate partner integration efforts for JDPS EPDP programs, especially E30/E40 and Tier 5.
• Support Global Teams working on Excavator, Roadbuilding and Forestry platforms to build collaborative relationships with USA based engineering/manufacturing teams.

VISA Sponsorship is NOT Available for this position
What Skills You Need

• Three or more years 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

What Makes You Stand Out

• Systems Engineering Experience and/or Certification
• Experience with John Deere Production Systems in an engineering, project management, or PVV capacity
• Diverse background in varied JDPS or vehicle functional areas (e.g. Design, Performance, Controls, PVV, CI, Manufacturing)

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

• Degree in an Engineering / Technology discipline or equivalent experience

What You'll Get
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 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

$88,848.00 - $133,272.00 + Benefits
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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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