Senior Facilities Electrical Engineer

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Date: Mar 11, 2026

Location: Waterloo, Illinois, US, 50703

Company: John Deere

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  - Waterloo  
Function: Factory Engineering (CA)
Title: Senior Facilities Electrical Engineer - 118763 
Onsite/Remote:Onsite Position

 

  

 

Your Responsibilities

 

As a Senior Facilites Electrical Engineer for Waterloo Works located in Waterloo, IA, you will be responsible for designing, developing, testing, and maintaining electrical systems and equipment to support our manufacturing and operational goals. This role requires strong technical capability, collaboration, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast paced environment. This position will support multiple projects and sites in Waterloo, IA.  Key responsibilities will include:

 

 

  • 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, use of AI tools to automate process, 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, 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.

 

 

VISA Sponsorship is NOT available for this position

 

 

What Skills You Need

 

  • 5 or more years of electrical engineering experience
  • Strong knowledge of Industrial electrical design principles, power distribution, and control systems.
  • Experience with CAD tools (AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN, SolidWorks Electrical).
  • Familiarity with PLCs, automation, or industrial controls.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

 

What Makes You Standout

 

  • 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 

 

Education

 

  • Ideally a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

 

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

 $93,324.00  - $139,980.00  + 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.

 

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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