Full Time

Testing Engineer – John Deere

About the job There are over 7 billion people on this planet. And by 2050, there will be 2 billion more… many moving into urban centers at an unprecedented rate. Making sure there is enough food, fiber, and infrastructure for our rapidly growing world is what we’re all about at John Deere. And it’s why we’re investing in our people and our technology like never before! Here the world’s brightest minds are tackling the world’s biggest challenges. If you believe one person can make the world a better place, we’ll put you to work. RIGHT NOW. John Deere is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability. Primary Location: United States (US) – Illinois – Champaign Function: Engineering (CA) Title: Testing Engineer Onsite/Remote: Onsite Position   Your Responsibilities   As a Testing Engineer for the John Deere Intelligent Solutions Group (ISG)located in Champaign, IL, you will…. Be responsible for the low-TRL verification and validation testing for sensors, components, and other technology across a wide range of machine forms and production systems. Design, source, and fabricate components to mount sensors or other components. Collect data in lab and field settings Design and conduct Design Experiments to test technology, components, and potential solutions What Skills You Need   The ability to work closely with cross-functional teams to plan tests, and verify and validate technology, components, and potential solutions to meet research and development requirements. Execute tests and analysis plans for sensing & component verification throughout all phases of projects. Basic knowledge and familiarity with ag and construction equipment, sensors, off-the-shelf hardware, and software. Intermediate knowledge and ability to use Creo CAD modeling software Intermediate knowledge of 3D printing, prototype, welding, & metal fabrication What Makes You Stand Out   Experience with instrumentation, data acquisition, and analysis tools Experience working in a highly agile team environment Ability to clearly communicate technical data and project updates through written reports and meeting presentations Farming background Large equipment technician background Education   Ideally, you will have a degree or equivalent related work experience in the following: BS in STEM-related field, ideally ag engineering What You’ll Get   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 and performance bonuses Savings & Retirement benefits (401K and Defined Benefit Pension) Healthcare benefits with a generous company contribution to 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 The information contained herein is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and qualifications required of individuals performing the job. The qualifications detailed in this job description are not considered the minimum requirements necessary to perform the job, but rather as guidelines. 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 the action of the company’s board of directors, 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. ACA Section 1557 Nondiscrimination Notice The John Deere Health Benefit Plans for Salaried and Wage Employees comply with applicable Federal civil rights laws and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, or sex.

Testing Engineer – John Deere Read Post »

Distinguished Architect – Verizon

When you join Verizon Verizon is one of the world’s leading providers of technology and communications services, transforming the way we connect across the globe. We’re a diverse network of people driven by our shared ambition to shape a better future. Here, we have the ability to learn and grow at the speed of technology, and the space to create within every role. Together, we are moving the world forward – and you can too. Dream it. Build it. Do it here. What you’ll be doing… The Verizon Distinguished Architect (DA) plays a meaningful role in building long-term business relationships. This is a high-impact role working closely with the 5G|MEC Innovation Team, Sales, other internal teams, and participants at the University of Illinois Research Park to identify accelerated innovation and use cases related to 5G. This position is responsible for executing a portfolio of activities to drive the development or testing of 5G|Multi-Access Edge Computing (MEC) with the Research Park participants. In order to effectively be successful, the position requires being onsite at the UIUC campus on a frequent basis. You will be responsible to engage the participants to build deep, consultative technical relationships, becoming a trusted adviser for innovation. As the primary Verizon contact for a Customer Innovation Hub, you are ideally positioned to understand the customer’s high-level objectives, know the focus areas of innovation that match Verizon strategy for 5G|MECand interface with the appropriate sales teams. Successful innovation created in the Innovation Hub will have implications for delivery in the real world where Verizon can sell network connectivity and other segments of the solution. Educate customers on the value of Verizon 5G and MEC. Ideate potential new use cases where 5G\MEC provides a differentiator. Understand and know the customer use cases under development. Work with customers related to 5G innovation in areas such as AI, XR, IOT, and Cognitive Video. Recognize when there is synergy between the customers’ focus and Verizon’s product strategy. Evaluate suggested projects to determine if feasible for Verizon involvement. Liaison with customers on 5G use cases, development, and testing of applications or solutions. Keep customers informed on new advancements and devices and consult on what may be applicable to them. Point of contact for the customer to connect with the applicable Verizon team to support customer needs. Manage customer expectations. Interface with the Technology Development team on applicable use cases of interest to Verizon. Report updates to the team and leadership. Interface with Verizon’s marketing and communication team to publish success stories. Help promote the customer success stories. Travel to customer sites, conferences, and other related events as required. Obtain feedback from Innovation Hub customers and apply it to the program for continuous improvement. What we’re looking for… You are a highly effective communicator and listen with both your eyes and ears and people come to you for advice and counsel. You will value diverse perspectives and seek out different points of view when trying to solve a complex problem. You’re not afraid to speak your mind and know it’s better to call attention to something before it gets out of hand. You have a sense of urgency and deliver on-time, on-budget results. You keep the big picture in focus as you manage the details on the way to the finish line. You love a good plan, but are not married to it, and can help it evolve as circumstances dictate. You’ll need to have: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Computer Science or four or more years of work experience. Six or more years of relevant work experience in pre-sales, customer-facing consulting, or other relevant technical experience. Experience developing customer relationships. Experience and knowledge with concepts of 5G technology. Experience in at least two of the key industries that 5G is likely to disrupt: immersive entertainment, venue-based experiences, retail, manufacturing, healthcare, transportation, logistics, public sector / smart cities, education, and hospitality. Valid Driver’s License. Willingness to travel. Even better if you have: Master’s degree in Computer Science or Engineering Experience delivering results in a fast-paced environment Ability to apply technical acumen to recommend appropriate 5G|MEC solutions within the customers’ focus areas. Experience with advanced technologies such as Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML), Augmented Reality / Virtual Reality, IoT or Cognitive Video. Passion and knowledge of the current technology landscape, in particular startups and emerging technologies that will benefit from 5G connectivity. Telecom experience with exposure to and understanding of 5G technology (5G engineering expertise is not specifically required for this role). Aptitude to work outside of your comfort zone and get things done quickly and in some cases with little to no supervision. Equal Employment Opportunity We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer – and celebrate our employees’ differences, including race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, and Veteran status. At Verizon, we know that diversity makes us stronger. We are committed to a collaborative, inclusive environment that encourages authenticity and fosters a sense of belonging. We strive for everyone to feel valued, connected, and empowered to reach their potential and contribute their best. Check out our diversity and inclusion page to learn more. COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement Verizon requires new hires to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Verizon provides reasonable accommodations consistent with legal requirements (e.g., for medical or religious reasons).  

Distinguished Architect – Verizon Read Post »

Engineer Data Analysis – Caterpillar Inc.

About the job Your Work Shapes the World Whether it be groundbreaking products, best-in-class solutions, or creating a lifelong career, you can do the work that matters at Caterpillar. With a 95-year legacy of quality and innovation and 150 locations in countries around the world, your impact spans the globe. When you join Caterpillar, you are joining a team of makers, innovators, and doers. We are the people who roll up our sleeves and do the work to build a better world. We don’t just talk about progress and innovation. We make it happen. And we are proud of that because it helps our customers build and power the world we live in – the roads, hospitals, homes, and infrastructure. Without a dedicated workforce, Caterpillar could not effectively meet our customer’s needs. Join us. Description This is the third career level in engineering and represents a shift from learning and assisting to fully contributing to assignments that are broader, more complex, and challenging in nature. Job Duties The key role of this engineering position is to move from learning and assisting others to fully contributing. This is the beginning of building deep expertise in one or multiple fields. At this level, the Engineer – Performance/Simulation/Application begins partnering with and providing technical guidance within and between units and other teams. Projects typically range from three months to two years. The ability to gather relevant information, compare and contrast data, identify relationships, and predict and manage failures is critical. Challenges include challenging the status quo and championing new initiatives, collaborating with team members and other teams, and keeping abreast of advancing technology. Decisions may affect the work group or project team, suppliers, multiple units, and both internal and external customers, and these decisions have a significant impact on warranty, the total cost of non-quality, customer perception, costs, sales, and the leveraging of technology. The Engineer – Performance/Simulation/Application may work in any number of functional areas requiring an engineering degree, including, but not limited to, product design, development, research, metallurgy, quality, reliability, materials, manufacturing process, application and installation, product performance/support, service, and facilities. Individuals may have multiple assignments during their tenure as an Engineer – Performance/Simulation/Application. Assignments may require the Engineer to review the work of technicians or other support personnel, provide technical advice to individuals at various levels in the organization and work with another unit or team. Assignments will become more complex and require the Engineer to assume a significant role, either as an individual contributor or as part of a project team, with increasing emphasis on analyzing, identifying, and applying engineering techniques to solve problems and make recommendations. Key areas of responsibility encountered in this role may include any or all of the following: perform needs analysis and initiate ideas; evaluate new products, processes, or systems; communicate results to customers, suppliers, team members, and other business units; contribute to the design of new products and processes; perform product and process maintenance; collaborate with and support other engineers, managers, marketing personnel, customers and suppliers, maintain technical currency, and represent the company externally. The Engineer – Performance/Simulation/Application must manage their own development, continuously learning through experience and staying abreast of technology. Key learning should be rounded out during this tenure, including knowledge of Caterpillar and competitive product performance and application, understanding of customers’ needs, working knowledge of key processes, data analysis, and data extraction skills. Project management skills are being honed at this level. Basic Qualifications   Requires a Bachelor’s degree in an accredited Engineering, Computer Science or Mechanical Engineering curriculum plus 3-5 years experience or a master’s degree with 1 to 2 years experience. Top Candidates will also have M.S. (or Higher) in ME with knowledge in data analytics. Programing experience in Python, C/C++, and Java Experience in Agile, Azure/DevOp, source code management Digital Signal processing knowledge and experience Knowledge of fatigue and its simulation Exceptional problem-solving skills   Additional Information The location for this position in Champaign, IL. Domestic relocation assistance is available for this position. This position may require less than 10% travel. Visa sponsorship for this position is available.   Employee benefit details   Our goal at Caterpillar is for you to have a rewarding career. Our teams are critical to the success of our customers who build a better world. Here you earn more than just a salary because we value your performance. We offer a total rewards package that provides benefits on day one (medical, dental, vision, RX, and 401K) along with the potential of an annual bonus. Additional benefits include paid vacation days and paid holidays (prorated based upon hire date).   Final details   Please frequently check the email associated with your application, including the junk/spam folder, as this is the primary correspondence method. If you wish to know the status of your application – please use the candidate log-in on our career website as it will reflect any updates to your status. EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals – Including minorities, females, veterans, and individuals with disabilities – are encouraged to apply.

Engineer Data Analysis – Caterpillar Inc. Read Post »

Technical Writer – Riverbed

Job Description Riverbed. Empower the Experience Riverbed transforms data into actionable insights and accelerates performance so organizations can deliver a seamless digital experience and drive enterprise performance. Riverbed is the only company with the collective richness of telemetry from network to app to end user, that illuminates and then accelerates every digital interaction. Riverbed offers two industry-leading portfolios: Alluvio by Riverbed, a differentiated Unified Observability portfolio that unifies data, insights, and actions across IT, so customers can deliver seamless, secure digital experiences; and Riverbed Acceleration, providing fast, agile, secure acceleration of any app, over any network, to users anywhere. Together with our thousands of partners, and market-leading customers globally – including 95% of the FORTUNE 100 –, we empower every click, every digital experience. About this Position Job Title: Technical Writer Location: Champaign IL   Responsibilities:   Write hardware and software documentation for networking products, including installation and configuration guides, command-line reference manuals, user guides, and online help. Work with engineers, QA, and Support to research and obtain highly technical information and incorporate it into documentation. Manage projects by preparing project plans and schedules, meeting assigned deliverables, closely tracking projects to identify and remove roadblocks, and escalating issues as needed. Follow Technical Publications department style and usage guidelines. Create context-sensitive online help. Create and update appliance illustrations using Adobe Illustrator.   The most successful candidates will possess:   Proven ability to communicate technical concepts clearly and effectively. Experience with HTML and online help systems using single sourcing. Experience in documenting networking, cloud, and virtualization products. Knowledge of LINUX-based systems. Knowledge of version control systems such as Subversion or GIT. Experience with product development software for Agile environments. Experience updating appliance illustrations using Adobe Illustrator. Prefer experience creating 3D appliance illustrations from stp files using SolidWorks or other 3D CAD design software. Experience documenting CLIs. Ability to research and analyze complex technical information using multiple resources such as Confluence, Jira, and AHa!. Demonstrated ability to work independently. Ability to project multiple projects with short release cycles. Ability to communicate and work with diverse staff. Ability to identify and communicate risks before they affect project deadlines or deliverable quality. Writing samples demonstrating a clear and effective style, relative to networking software.   Requirements:   Familiarity with FrameMaker and WebWorks ePublisher. Experience with Confluence and Jira. Experience creating appliance illustrations using Adobe Illustrator. Experience with HTML. Experience with online help projects using single sourcing. Substantial experience writing for technical audiences. Five years experience as a technical writer.

Technical Writer – Riverbed Read Post »

Electric Machines Senior Engineer – Hinetics

About Us Hinetics is powering the future of aviation. By reinventing the electrical machine, the workhorse of modern civilization, it is ushering in an era of high efficiency (>99%) and high-power density (>10 kW/kg) for extreme applications, such as electrified aircraft. With its commitment to minimizing carbon emissions, the start-up has demonstrated groundbreaking work, earning recent funding from several notable organizations including the National Aeronautical and Space Administration, the United States Air Force, the National Science Foundation, and the United States Department of Energy. The team at Hinetics is turning the future of clean energy into a reality. As a Senior Engineer of Electric Machines at Hinetics, you will contribute to and lead the development of advanced electrical machines and related systems. You will work in a collaborative team environment on a variety of tasks, including but not limited to the following: • Contribute to the planning, development, and transition of technologies from concept to products and/or services. • Perform design, analysis, prototyping, and testing of superconducting and nonsuperconducting electric machines. • Provide project leadership for electromagnetic, thermal, or mechanical design activities within assigned programs. • Work with suppliers and engineering team members to develop design alternatives to meet all requirements for performance, reliability, cost, and manufacturability. • Conduct research through modeling simulation, and design of electric machines. • Develop and test prototypes of systems and components. • Effectively communicate results by preparing written reports and making presentations that describe analyses and results. • Keep abreast of the latest technology developments and trends in the industry and recommend/implement innovative changes to product design. • Contribute to proposals to government agencies and commercial entities for future projects. Qualifications/Requirements • Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering or a related field with a minimum of 5 years of experience in a research & development environment developing electric machines OR a Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field with a minimum of 10 years of experience in a research & development environment developing electric machines. • Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. • Must be willing to work out of an office in Champaign, IL. Desired Characteristics • In-depth knowledge of electrical machines and their controls, including electromagnetic, thermal as well as mechanical technology aspects. • Experience in designing electric machines for a wide range of applications. • Experience with a superconducting, permanent magnet, reluctance, and other machine technologies. • Expertise in simulation tools such as finite elements, MATLAB (Simulink), and circuit simulation. • Strong background in developing multi-physics analytical models of electric machines. • Deep network in industry and academia. • Strong record of publications and patents. • Demonstrated successful track record of completing tasks and deliverables on schedule and on budget. • Excellent written and verbal communication skills including demonstrated formal writing and presentation experience.

Electric Machines Senior Engineer – Hinetics Read Post »

Power Control Systems Engineer – Hinetics

About Us Hinetics is powering the future of aviation. Reinventing the electrical machine, the workhorse of modern civilization is ushering in an era of high efficiency    (>99%) and high-power density (>10 kW/kg) for extreme applications, such as electrified aircraft. With its commitment to minimizing carbon emissions, the start-up has demonstrated groundbreaking work, earning recent funding from several notable organizations including the National Aeronautical and Space Administration, the United States Air Force, the National Science Foundation, and the United States Department of Energy. The team at Hinetics is turning the future of clean energy into a reality. As a Power Control Systems Engineer at Hinetics, you will contribute to developing advanced electrical machines and related systems. You will work in a collaborative team environment on a variety of tasks, including but not limited to the following: • Drive the design of and implement motor controller functionality and algorithms. • Configure closed-loop control of the drivetrain with industrial inverters. • Work with electric drivetrain design and potential hybrid integration. • Define requirements for motor control software and interfacing hardware components. • Conduct studies on improving motor-drive performance with different inverter topologies. • Conduct thermal qualification tests on the inverter. • Assist in monitoring and conducting motor tests. • Maintain awareness of current R&D into technologies impacting future inverter designs and motor control. • Work closely with a motor designer for integration. • Create reports to efficiently communicate test results. Qualifications/Requirements • Bachelor’s degree (minimum) in Electrical Engineering from an accredited institution. • Experience with industrial SPM/IPM motor controllers. • Experience with high-frequency machines. • Experience with data analysis in MATLAB (Simulink). • Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. • Must be willing to work out of an office in Champaign, IL. Desired Characteristics • Experience with high bandwidth switching devices (SiC-based inverters). • Experience integrating industrial inverters and filters to the drivetrain. • Experience with parallel inverter operation in motor applications. • Experience with low inductance motor drives. • Proficiency with CAN communication and data acquisition systems (LabView). • Proficiency in C/C++. • Experience with various PWM schemes such as space vector, discontinuous and sinusoidal modulation, including data-acquisition methods. • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Power Control Systems Engineer – Hinetics Read Post »

NoSQL/MySQL Database Developer – AI Nexus

Description The database developer will be responsible for modeling and maintaining both NoSQL databases and MySQL databases. Skills Required: * Degree in computer science or related field or equivalent experience required. * High degree of proficiency in NoSQL databases, MySQL. Strong understanding of MySQL internals including hosting, security, and risk management concerns. * Experience architecting & modeling with NoSQL databases such as MongoDB, Neo4J, and DynamoDB * Expertise in design, development of Schema, Stored Procedures, performance tuning, creating indices, database backup, and restore concepts. * Experience using Cloud providers like AWS. * Experience with container engines: Docker, Kubernetes, AWS EC2 Containers Hands-on experience in continuous delivery tools and DevOps practices. * Database development and admin certification is a plus Data Science Council of America (DASCA) Associate Big Data Engineer.

NoSQL/MySQL Database Developer – AI Nexus Read Post »

Java Developer- AI Nexus

Description As a Lead Software Engineer – Java Developer, you will provide technical leadership for architecting and developing Cloud-enabled Java systems. You will work on IoT, interface with IoT devices, develop Rest APIs to be used by front-end applications, and develop systems to persist and retrieve large volumes of data into NoSQL databases. You will be working alongside other engineers and developers working on different layers of the infrastructure. Skills Required: * Degree in computer science or related field or equivalent experience required. 8+ years related work experience or equivalent combination of transferable experience and education as a Java Developer Focus on Back End Java Development, MongoDB, REST Services, Microservices * Experience in Spring Framework, Rest API development, Microservices, NoSQL database * Experience with device interfacing, Bluetooth stack, JNI interfaces * Experience using Message Queues using JMS, RabbitMQ * Knowledge of Hazelcast will be a plus. * Understanding of fundamental design principles for building a scalable application * Comfortable working in an Agile software delivery environment, with exposure to continuous integration and continuous delivery tools.

Java Developer- AI Nexus Read Post »

Cross Platform Mobile Developer – AI Nexus

Description As a Software Engineer – Cross-Platform Mobile Developer you will be expected to develop and maintain Cross-Platform Mobile applications for a range of our clients in different verticals. You will be working alongside other engineers and developers working on different layers of the infrastructure. Skill Required Strong design and programming skills in mobile app frameworks like Ionic, Flutter, React Native – Swift is desirable Experience in Java with extensive knowledge of the Android SDK. Practical knowledge of Web Services & REST (JSON) APIs Extensive hands-on experience in creating custom UI controls, implementing interfaces, and optimizing performance. Experience in all aspects of mobile application software development, design, development, and testing. Familiar with Jira, Git source code or bitbucket management, Android studio. Well-versed in UI/UX design for mobile devices.

Cross Platform Mobile Developer – AI Nexus Read Post »

Data Scientist – State Farm

Job Description Overview We are not just offering a job but a meaningful career! Come join our passionate team! REMOTE:  Qualified candidates (outside of hub locations listed below) may be considered for 100% remote work arrangements based on where a candidate currently resides or is currently located. *SPONSORSHIP:  Applicants for this position are required to be eligible to lawfully work in the U.S. immediately; the employer will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work authorization (e.g. H-1B visa) for this opportunity.* As a Fortune 50 company, we hire the best employees to serve our customers, making us a leader in the insurance and financial services industry. State Farm embraces diversity and inclusion to ensure a workforce that is engaged, builds on the strengths and talents of all associates, and creates a Good Neighbor culture. We offer competitive benefits and pay with the potential for an annual financial award based on both individual and enterprise performance. Our employees have an opportunity to participate in volunteer events within the community and engage in a learning culture. We offer programs to assist with tuition reimbursement, professional designations, employee development, wellness initiatives, and more! Responsibilities As a data scientist at State Farm, you will help business partners build advanced analytic solutions to help drive results for the enterprise. You will serve not just as a subject matter expert and consultant, but also as a teacher. Through this role, you will work to increase the use of analytics for decision-making across the company. Why Join Our Team: Being part of our data science team will help facilitate your professional growth across multiple development areas. First, you will strengthen your communication skills through interactions with business partners that require you to articulate statistical concepts in a non-technical way. Additionally, the variety of projects that you work on will allow you to refine your knowledge of supervised and unsupervised learning techniques.  Finally, the landscape of the data science field is quickly changing, so this role includes an opportunity for practical research which equates to unbounded development opportunities for your analytic skills. Qualifications Data Scientist Skills & Professional Experience Preferred: Completed Masters, and other advanced degrees, in an analytical field such as statistics, economics, data science, mathematics, quantitative marketing, operations research, management science, industrial engineering, etc. Experience with gathering and interpreting business requirements to design and create scalable data science solutions in a regulatory environment (including but not limited to insurance, healthcare, and finance). Experience with data cleansing, feature creation, feature selection, value imputation, and dependent variable analysis Broad experience building different types of advanced analytic solutions, including some of the following: time series analysis, cluster analysis, tree-based algorithms, generalized linear models, or neural networks. Excellent communication skills and the ability to work with multiple, diverse stakeholders across business areas and leadership levels. Exercise sound judgment to diagnose and resolve problems within an area of expertise Proficiency with SQL and with Python, R, and/or SAS Familiarity with experimental design for business experiments and/or natural language processing techniques Experience in prioritizing work using the Agile framework Familiarity with DevOps systems, such as GitLab

Data Scientist – State Farm Read Post »