Part-Time Student, DSM - Dubuque, IA or Remote

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Primary Location: United States (US) - Iowa - Dubuque Function: Product Engineering (CA) Title: Part-Time Student, DSM - Dubuque, IA or Remote - 123185 Onsite/Remote: Onsite Position

Note: Relocation assistance is not provided.

The Part-Time Student Program is primarily designed to augment the Company's regular full-time staff and is for students who work in parallel to their school schedule YEAR-ROUND .

Your Responsibilities

As a Part-Time Student on the Dynamic Systems Modeling (DSM) team located in Dubuque, IA or remote, you will:

• Support the development and improvement of physics-based simulation models used for virtual product development and performance evaluation.
• Assist DSM engineers with simulation studies, data analysis, and model validation activities.
• Develop MATLAB, Simulink, and Simscape tools that improve modeling efficiency, automation, and repeatability.
• Support automated test execution, post-processing, and reporting workflows used to evaluate machine performance.
• Contribute to the development of virtual performance tests, controls integration activities, and simulation-based engineering processes.
• Collaborate with engineering, controls, and product teams to understand machine systems and help solve real-world engineering challenges.
• Document technical work and communicate results through presentations, reports, and team discussions.

VISA Sponsorship is NOT available for this position

What Skills You Need

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• Must be registered as a full-time student at a local college/university
• Graduation date: Spring 2027 or later
• Cumulative GPA of 2.8 or above
• Available to work 10 - 20 hours/week during the academic year
• Available to work 30 - 40 hours/week during the summer semester
• Fundamental understanding of engineering principles, physics, and mathematics.
• Experience through coursework, student projects, research, design teams, internships, or co-ops.
• Ability to analyze and interpret engineering data.
• Experience using programming or technical computing tools.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively both independently and within a team environment.
• Interest in simulation, controls, automation, or product development.
• Able to commute to the designated work location in Dubuque, Iowa, or work remotely (NOTE: Relocation assistance is not provided.)

What Makes You Stand Out

• Experience with MATLAB, Simulink, and/or Simscape.
• Exposure to control systems, hydraulics, vehicle systems, or mechanical system modeling.
• Experience with object-oriented programming or software development fundamentals.
• Familiarity with data analysis, automation workflows, or test result visualization.
• Experience working on engineering design teams, research projects, Formula SAE, Baja SAE, robotics, or similar hands-on engineering activities.
• Interest in digital engineering, model-based design, and virtual validation processes.

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 Benefit Pension)
• 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

$15 - $40 hourly based on published rates for business function and education level.

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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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