Are you an experienced electrical or computer engineer who excels at designing vehicle electrical systems, integrating complex wiring harnesses, and validating embedded electronic controls for heavy equipment? Do you bring a strong background in 3D CAD electrical modeling, J1939 CAN bus architecture, and hands-on component testing, along with the project leadership to guide cross-functional teams from design concept to production release? As Cerebral Staffing , we are seeking a skilled Electrical Engineer to join our team supporting our client, John Deere , in Grovetown, GA . Whether you bring 3+ years of vehicle electrical design experience or a background in agricultural/off-highway equipment electronics, we want to hear from you. Electrical Engineer - John Deere (Grovetown, GA) This is a high-impact, long-term 2+ year contract opportunity paying up to $55/hr , including 1 week of PTO and full health benefits. Operating 100% onsite on 1st Shift (8:00 AM - 4:30 PM) in Grovetown, GA, this role owns the development, release, and testing of electrical systems, wiring harnesses, and embedded components—collaborating closely with external suppliers, test groups, and cross-functional engineering teams across the product development cycle.

Position Details & Compensation Pay Rate:

Up to $55/hr (W2) .

Location:

100% Onsite at John Deere ( Grovetown, GA ).

Duration:

2+ Years (Providing excellent contract stability).

Shift & Hours:

1st Shift (8:00 AM - 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday).

Benefits:

1 Week PTO , Health, Dental, Vision, Life, 401k, and Referral Bonuses.

Travel:

Travel to other Deere sites in Tennessee, North Carolina, and Wisconsin as needed.

Safety Gear:

Metatarsal safety shoes strictly required on Day 1 .

Visa Sponsorship:

Not available now or in the near future for this position.

Core Responsibilities Electrical Requirements & Architecture:

Own and develop electrical system requirements (hardware and software) in collaboration with cross-functional project teams.

Component Release & BOM Creation:

Develop, release, and organize Bills of Materials (BOMs) for vehicle electrical systems and embedded components in the John Deere production system.

Harness & Systems Integration:

Design and integrate wiring harnesses, electrical schematics, and electronic controls using 3D CAD tools.

Supplier & Build Collaboration:

Partner with external suppliers on component feasibility and integration, providing direct engineering support during product build phases.

Test Coordination & Validation:

Plan, coordinate, and execute testing on electrical components and agricultural machines alongside test verification and validation teams.

Remote Team Leadership:

Lead design and test activities performed by remotely located team members across multiple Deere facilities.

Required Qualifications & Technical Skills Education:

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or Agricultural Engineering.

Experience:

3+ years of experience in vehicle electrical system design, harness integration, component development, or electrical testing. 3

D CAD & Harness Design:

Hands-on experience developing wiring harnesses and electrical systems using 3D CAD tools.

Test Instrumentation & Diagnostics:

Proficiency with electrical test tools (Multimeter, Ammeter, Oscilloscope) and strong troubleshooting knowledge of electronic/electrical controls and hardware/software interactions.

CAN Bus Protocols:

Knowledge of

J1939 CAN

communication protocols and CAN interface tools (such as Vector tools / CANcaseXL).

Workplace Requirements:

100% onsite availability in Grovetown, GA ( 1st

Shift:

8:00 AM - 4:30 PM ); required PPE ( Metatarsal safety boots Day 1 ); willingness to travel to regional Deere sites (TN, NC, WI).

Preferred / Standout

Qualifications Practical experience in vehicle-level or component-level electrical software validation. Background in agricultural, off-highway, construction, or automotive vehicle electrical systems. Demonstrated experience leading distributed or remote engineering teams.

APPLY NOW

to own vehicle electrical system releases, drive advanced CAN network integration, and elevate your engineering career with John Deere!

Pay:

Up to $55.00 per hour Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Referral program Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person