> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/4604858-part-time-student-test-automation-engineering-silvis-il](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/4604858-part-time-student-test-automation-engineering-silvis-il). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md).

---

# Part-Time Student - Test Automation Engineering - Silvis, IL

- **Company:** Deere & Company
- **Location:** Silvis, IL, United States
- **Contract:** Temporary contract
- **Skills:** Data Analysis, Automation of Tests, Communications Protocols, Python (Programming Language), Software Engineering, Software Systems, Test Case, Test Scripts, Information Technology
- **Published:** November 6, 2026
- **Apply:** https://jobs.deere.com/talentcommunity/apply/1448503900/?locale=en_US

## About the Role

* Ideally, you will be pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering or Computer Science; others may apply.
 * Must be registered as a full-time student at a U.S/local accredited university/college
 * Must be highly motivated, self-starter, adaptable, team oriented
 * Must be available full-time (12 weeks) during summer and 15 hours per week during the school year
 * Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills
 * Graduation date of Spring of 2027 or later.
 * Available to work during the academic year (16-20 hours weekly).
 * Available to work during the summer semester (30-40 hours weekly).
 * Cumulative GPA of 2.8 or above.
 * Must be able to commute to the work location in Silvis, IL.

What Makes You Stand Out

 * Strong root cause analysis skillset
 * Experience with electrical and software systems design or testing
 * Experience with Python, C, or other software languages
 * Understanding of controller communication protocols (CAN) along with recording and analyzing data
 * Ability to work with multifunctional, cross-cultural design teams
 * Product design or test experience in the Agriculture, Construction, Forestry, and/or off-road equipment industries

## Description

As a Test Automation Engineering Part-Time Student for John Deere Research and Development Center located in Silvis, IL, you will:

 * Implement and maintain test scripts for automation using designated test automation tools for the respective environment.
 * Responsible for mapping test scripts to test case requirements for traceability and result/coverage reports.
 * Ensure test scripts deliver reproducible results.
 * Document any issues found with the performance or functionality of software under test.
 * Participate in reviews with software engineers and test engineers to review documented issues and track to resolution., 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.