Sr. Fluids Engineer
About The Position
This position is eligible for remote work at the present time. The arrangement may be delayed for training or other job acclimation purposes and remains subject to change. As a Sr. Fluids Engineer for John Deere Intelligent Solutions, you will lead and coordinate complex vehicle and engine fluids development and test programs. You will serve as a technical integrator across materials, fluids, and components, interface with suppliers, external labs, and internal engineering partners, and foster ongoing business relationships within the fluids industry. You will provide documented engineering judgment supporting design decisions, improve continuity and consistency across testing and analysis activities, and lead the development of fluids specifications (JDM) and test procedures (JDQ). You will also provide technical and application support to engine-coolant projects with the goal of becoming a subject matter expert.
Requirements
- Five or more years of experience in a combination of: fluid development, lubrication engineering, validation/testing, hydraulic or thermal systems, materials/fluid compatibility
- Established business relationships in fluids industry (suppliers, laboratories, professional organizations)
- Knowledge of lubricants, hydraulic fluids, coolants, fuels, and respective industries
- Understanding of fluid/material compatibility with metals, elastomers, polymers, seals, and coatings
- Experience developing or executing fluids test plans, validation matrices, or qualification procedures
- Knowledge of industry standards such as ASTM, SAE, ISO, or OEM specifications
- Expert in fluid properties such as viscosity, density, thermal stability, oxidation resistance, foaming, corrosion protection, and compatibility
- Familiarity with supplier technical reviews and specification writing
- Supplier collaboration for fluid development or troubleshooting
- Ability to travel up to 25% based on business needs
Nice To Haves
- Deep experience leading fluid-related development programs
- Ability to define requirements, influence specifications, and guide validation strategy
- Experience in electrification, thermal management, or advanced materials compatibility
- Application experience in developing diesel engine and/or hydraulic systems
- Project management skills: tracking actions, timelines, risks, and deliverables
Responsibilities
- Lead and coordinate complex vehicle and engine fluids development and test programs.
- Serve as technical integrator across materials, fluids, and components.
- Interface with suppliers, external labs, and internal engineering partners.
- Foster ongoing business relationships within fluids industry.
- Provide documented engineering judgment supporting design decisions.
- Improve continuity and consistency across testing and analysis activities.
- Lead development of fluids specifications (JDM) and test procedures (JDQ).
- Provide technical and application support to engine-coolant projects with goal of becoming subject matter expert.
Benefits
- 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
