Programming & Test Engineer - John Deere Contract Role - 1324324

Are you a technical innovator with a talent for bridge-building between complex electrical systems and high-volume production environments? As Cerebral Staffing , we are looking for a dedicated Programming & Test Engineer to join our team supporting our client, John Deere , in Dubuque, IA . If you have an expert-level grasp of controls and CAN diagnostics, and the creative drive to design custom test stands for world-class heavy equipment, we want to hear from you. Programming & Test Engineer - John Deere Dubuque Works This is a high-impact, long-term 18+ month contract opportunity paying up to $35/hr , including 1 week of PTO . In this role, you will be the primary technical lead for integrating advanced testing hardware and software, ensuring that John Deere's Construction & Forestry vehicles meet the highest standards of connectivity and performance.

Position Details & Compensation Pay Rate:

Up to $35/hr (W2).

Location:

100% Onsite in Dubuque, IA.

Duration:

18+ Months.

Benefits:

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

Visa Sponsorship:

Not available now or in the future for this position.

Core Responsibilities Systems Integration:

Lead the integration of testing hardware and software within a high-speed production environment.

Diagnostics:

Perform deep-dive analysis of CAN logs to diagnose complex machine issues and implement robust troubleshooting solutions.

Connectivity Management:

Oversee device connectivity and industrial networking using protocols such as

OPC, OPC

UA, MQTT, Modbus, and RFID.

Custom Tooling:

Design and build custom tooling and specialized test stands to support manufacturing innovation.

Strategy & Vision:

Collaborate with engineering teams and communicate technical strategies and vision to leadership to drive new technology adoption.

Required Skills & Experience Controls & Electrical:

3+ years of expert-level experience in controls and electrical systems.

Testing Integration:

3+ years of experience integrating hardware/software in a production setting.

CAN Protocol:

2+ years of experience analyzing CAN logs for machine diagnostics.

Industrial Networking:

2+ years of experience with device connectivity and security (OPC UA, MQTT, etc.).

Background:

Strong background in Electrical and/or Electronic Engineering.

Vehicle Systems:

Prior experience with Construction & Forestry vehicle systems is highly preferred. What Makes You Stand Out Proven track record of successfully delivering "first-of-its-kind" technology into a production environment. Ability to think creatively and develop innovative processes for complex problems. Exceptional communication skills, capable of translating engineering-level technicalities for executive leadership.

APPLY NOW

to lead the next generation of testing innovation at John Deere!

Pay:

Up to $35.00 per hour

Benefits:

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

Work Location:

In person