Software Test Engineer II - Hardware in the Loop (HiL)

As a Software Test Engineer II - Hardware in the Loop (HiL) for John Deere Turf & Compact Utility (T&CU) Engineering located at Morrisville Engineering Lab (MEL), Morrisville, NC, you will:

• Utilize your HiL expertise in combination with your electronics, controls, & embedded SW testing skills as a core member of our team building a world-class test infrastructure for our embedded SW releases.
• Develop a hardware-based verification environment which emulates physical systems interfacing with the embedded software.
• Support modeling and simulation activities; working with design teams to determine appropriate simulations to validate system of system, system, and feature requirements.
• Provide onsite support to install and verify new HiL units or perform modifications, upgrades, or troubleshooting for existing systems. This can include cabinets, load boxes, power supplies, I/O channels, communications networks, PCs and displays, 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.

• Experience with embedded SW test case automation environment(s), e.g. Tracetronic’s ecu.test
• Experience with MATLAB/Simulink simulation and model-based software development
• Capacity to interpret and create/maintain electrical schematics and troubleshoot signals with an oscilloscope
• Strong interpersonal communication skills with ability to lead conversations and collaboration
• Strong demonstrated problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks developing new features & handling support requests while working in a self-directed mode

What Makes You Standout

• Experience interacting with ALIARO and/or ETAS HiL hardware
• Controls development experience and experience with mechanical/electrical/mechatronic/hydraulic systems
• Experience implementing simulation infrastructure on various hardware platforms, local clusters, or dedicated desktops or HIL units
• Product design experience in the Agriculture, Construction, Forestry, Automotive, and/or Off-road equipment industries
• Experience with the implementation or debugging of J1939 CAN protocol
• Sense of ownership, curiosity, and ability to function in a fast paced, collaborative team environment that is distributed across various time zones and locations

Education

Ideally you will have a degree or equivalent related work experience in the following:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer or Electrical Engineering from an accredited institution, or equivalent degree in a related technology field or discipline

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 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
• Vacation and Holiday Pay

$86,892.00 - $130,332.00 + Benefits

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