Engineer Product II - Product Verification & Validation

Job Title: Engineer Product II - Product Verification & Validation
Location: Fargo, ND
Duration: 12 Months + Possibility to extend
Shift: 1st shift
Pay Range: $50/hr - $53/hr W2

E-machine Module Team Overview

Sourcing & Design Collaboration

• Client does not manufacture their own electronic motors, instead sourcing them from a global supply base (e.g., Dana, Molly).
• Motors are not purchased off-the-shelf; Deere selects the right motor for the application and collaborates with suppliers and internal teams to adjust design features-such as electronic connectors, winders, rotor, and stators.
• Example: Replacing pump with electric motor in certain applications.

Product Development & Testing

• Active involvement in virtual simulation, analysis, and product verification/validation testing.
• Adherence to Deere's internal regulations and standards for testing.
• Product Verification & Validation (PV&V) Team works closely with the design group and suppliers in all testing phases.

Job Responsibilities

• Develop and execute test plans from inception to completion.
• Onsite lab review: Visit labs to review test setups and data with lab technicians; ensure proper instrumentation is in place or recommend additional equipment.
• Documentation: All activities documented in Deere's VISION system (PV&V management tool); hands-on training provided for VISION usage.
• Simple instrumentation/testing: May perform basic testing; involved in motor teardown after failure to analyze causes.
• Focus on program management activities: planning, checklists, production documentation, tracking test plans, documenting results in VISION, and closing activities.

Technical Skills & Tools

• CREO experience is ideal: May need to develop test fixtures, conduct non-standard spec tests.
• Windchill usage: Create/review drawings, manage parts and assemblies, understand mechanical details.
• Prior CAD experience is sufficient, but willingness to learn CREO and Windchill required.
• EMC/EMI knowledge is a plus.

Qualifications

• Preferred: Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• Minimum: Associate degree in a relevant area.
• Must have hands-on experience with electric motors (emotors), electrical and mechanical systems.
• Experience in Electro Magnetic or Electric Motor applications is critical; this outweighs experience with VISION/CREO.
• Must be able to work independently and hit the ground running.

Key Factors for Consideration

• Proven experience with electric motors (especially Electro Magnetic experience) is the highest priority.
• Program management, technical documentation, and proactive communication with design, PV&V, and supplier teams are essential.