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Primary Location: United States (US) - Iowa - Dubuque
Function: Product Engineering (CA)
Title: Display Systems Engineer - 123959
Onsite/Remote:Onsite Position
As a Display Systems Engineer for John Deere's Construction & Forestry (C&F) division in Dubuque, IA you will:
- Define and document display system requirements, user workflows, and functional specifications to support customer and product needs
- Develop and maintain subsystem requirements, interface definitions, and technical documentation for vehicle display systems
- Coordinate integration of displays with controllers, sensors, diagnostics, telematics, and other machine systems
- Support system verification and validation activities, including test planning, issue investigation, and requirements traceability
- Collaborate with software, product design, vehicle, and validation teams to deliver integrated display solutions
VISA Sponsorship is NOT available for this position
- Understanding of systems engineering principles, including requirements development, requirements traceability, and system validation
- Ability to define user workflows and functional requirements with a focus on operator experience and machine usability
- Knowledge of vehicle communication networks and diagnostics, including CAN/J1939 protocols
- Demonstrated problem-solving skills to investigate issues, evaluate alternatives, and support system integration activities
- Effective communication and collaboration skills to work across software, vehicle, controls, validation, and product engineering teams
- Ability and willingness to travel domestically and internationally, up to 10%
- Hands-on experience defining user workflows, interfaces, or system requirements through internships, design projects, or engineering teams
- Demonstrated understanding of human-machine interaction and a passion for improving operator experience through intuitive display designs
- Experience working with vehicle electronics, controllers, sensors, diagnostics, or CAN-based communication networks
- Experience with embedded Linux, Qt/QML, graphics frameworks, or display application development
- CAN, USB, Ethernet, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth communications experience
- Ability to bridge technical and non-technical perspectives by effectively collaborating across software, vehicle, validation, and product teams
- Experience with technology solutions used in the construction industry, such as grade control and GNSS, telematics, etc.
- Familiarity with operating Construction, Forestry, or Ag off-road equipment
Ideally you will have a degree or equivalent related work experience in the following:
• Bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or Electrical Engineering
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
- 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
- Vacation and Holiday Pay
$74,988.00 - $112,476.00 + Benefits
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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.
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Skills Required
- Understanding of systems engineering principles, including requirements development, requirements traceability, and system validation
- Ability to define user workflows and functional requirements focused on operator experience and machine usability
- Knowledge of vehicle communication networks and diagnostics, including CAN and J1939 protocols
- Demonstrated problem-solving skills for issue investigation, alternative evaluation, and system integration
- Effective communication and collaboration across software, vehicle, controls, validation, and product engineering teams
- Ability and willingness to travel domestically and internationally up to 10%
- Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or Electrical Engineering, or equivalent related work experience
- Experience defining user workflows, interfaces, or system requirements through internships, design projects, or engineering teams
- Understanding of human-machine interaction and operator experience design
- Experience with vehicle electronics, controllers, sensors, diagnostics, or CAN-based communication networks
- Experience with embedded Linux, Qt/QML, graphics frameworks, or display application development
- Experience with CAN, USB, Ethernet, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth communications
- Experience with construction-industry technology such as grade control, GNSS, or telematics
- Familiarity with Construction, Forestry, or agricultural off-road equipment
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is described as comprehensive, with union‑represented employees retaining high‑value plans with no premiums or deductibles under the 2021–2027 agreement. Company materials also highlight broad medical options, wellness resources, and inclusive care navigation.
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Retirement Support — The package includes a 401(k) with company match and, for many represented roles and some salaried groups, access to a defined‑benefit pension. Contract updates and company filings indicate sustained retirement programs with enhancements for covered employees.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid vacation scales up to five weeks with additional holidays, and some units allow purchasing extra time off. Materials also reference paid parental and caregiver leave alongside flexible work arrangements where roles allow.
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