John Deere · 1 day ago
2026002-Senior Engineer, Machine Learning & AI
Cedar Falls, IA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$115K/yr - $125K/yr
6+ years expJohn Deere is focused on tackling the world's biggest challenges related to food, fiber, and infrastructure as the population grows. The Senior Engineer, Machine Learning & AI will plan, coordinate, and perform Machine Learning and AI work in product engineering, providing technical leadership and design solutions in a team environment.
ConstructionManufacturingIndustrial ManufacturingMachinery Manufacturing
Responsibilities
Plans, coordinates, and performs Machine Learning and AI work in product engineering as an expert in applying ML and AI to off-road engine and aftertreatment system development and analysis
Operates in a team environment and may act as lead person, providing technical leadership and design solutions
May assign, coordinate and review portions of the work to other engineers and support personnel
Provides technical consultation and a knowledge base across an engineering organization
Qualification
Required
6 years of experience in design and optimize internal combustion engines (ICE) and exhaust aftertreatment systems (AT) for heavy-duty off-road machinery using development processes, simulation, calibration, and testing
4 years of experience in build and maintain data pipelines using engineering datasets to support Machine Learning (ML) and AI deployment with Databricks, MATLAB, cloud platforms, and Python
4 years of experience in leverage neural networks and deep learning frameworks (e.g. TensorFlow and PyTorch) to develop ML/AI models to characterize non-linear behaviors in ICE and AT systems
4 years of experience in apply ML/AI techniques for pattern recognition, clustering, and anomaly detection to enable predictive maintenance and diagnostics in ICE and AT systems
4 years of experience in implement multi-objective optimization using Reinforcement Learning for ICE and AT performance, calibration, and development decisions. Integrate with simulation tools (e.g. GTSuite and MATLAB)
2 years of experience in create Natural Language Processing and gen. AI workflows for text analysis using Large Language Model tools incl. semantic search to extract insights from unstructured engineering data
4 years of experience in drive adoption of ML and AI solutions across engineering teams to support ICE and AT development
3 years of experience in lead complex engineering projects by managing teams with technical guidance and Agile planning
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field plus 6 years related experience
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
Company
John Deere
John Deere is a manufacturing company that designs and produces lawn, garden, electric, agriculture, and construction equipment.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$2B2025-01-16Post Ipo Debt· $2B
1978-01-13IPO
Leadership Team
John May
Chairman of the Board of Directors and Chief Executive Officer
Joshua Jepsen
Senior Vice President & Chief Financial Officer
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