Federal Signal Corporation

Design Engineer

Federal Signal Corporation$70K — $100K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 1-3 years experience in engineering design
  • Experience with mobile equipment is essential
  • Proficiency in CAD software, preferably Pro-E
  • Familiarity with electrical controls/multiplex and hydraulics systems is a plus
  • Strong written and oral communication skills
  • Good interpersonal and team-oriented abilities
  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering required

Responsibilities

  • Coordinate design development and modifications for production
  • Analyze designs using engineering tools for compliance with various standards
  • Communicate with suppliers to develop product specifications
  • Develop project plans incorporating input from multiple departments
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams during project implementation
  • Prepare and review engineering change packages for accuracy
  • Utilize CAD systems and office software to meet company standards
  • Participate in cost reduction initiatives where applicable

Benefits

  • Annual bonus potential
  • Insurance options including life, medical, dental, and vision
  • Paid holidays and vacation
  • 401(k) plan with matching contributions
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Smoke-free, drug-free workplace
  • Excellent career growth opportunities
Full Job Description
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Coordinate the development of layouts and design and/or modification in existing products, and information required for production use.
  • Use engineering tools to analyze designs to meet requirements for strength, noise, functionality, ergonomics, safety and quality.
  • Communicate and coordinate with suppliers where engineering input is required to develop specifications for products and/or components.
  • Develop project plans with input from engineering, marketing and production.
  • Work with production, manufacturing engineering, lab supervision, marketing, service, and engineering personnel during the implementation of a project.
  • Prepare and review complete engineering change packages, including BOM investigations per departmental procedures for completeness and accuracy.
  • Use departmental CAD system and office software, to company standards and procedures, at or above a level needed to perform typical duties.
  • Participate in the cost reduction process as needed.
  • Evaluate product or product modification to determine the degree of success of the product in terms of performance and user satisfaction. May include travel to the field and/or trade shows.
  • Assist drafters and designers with required engineering expertise to complete design activities.
  • Develop project plans with input from engineering, marketing and production.


EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS REQUIRED:
  • Minimum of 1-3 years experience in engineering design
  • Mobile equipment experience
  • CAD experience (Pro-E preferred)
  • Electrical controls/multiplex and hydraulics systems experience a plus
  • Good written and oral communication and computer skills
  • Good interpersonal skills
  • Team oriented

EDUCATION REQUIRED: Bachelor's degree required (BSME or BSAE).

Salary Range - Engineer I = $70-85k; Engineer II = $85-100k

Benefits of Employment:

In addition to excellent career growth opportunities, Federal Signal Corporation offers a wide array of benefits including: annual bonus potential, insurance (life, medical, dental, vision), paid holidays, paid vacation, 401(k) with matching contributions and tuition reimbursement. We provide our employees with a smoke-free, drug-free workplace.

About Federal Signal Corporation

Federal Signal Corporation is a global corporation with about 3200 employees located in Oak Brook, Illinois. Federal Signal designs, develops, and manufactures security systems, fire rescue products, street sweepers, and industrial vacuums. The company operates in two segments: Environmental Solutions Group and Safety and Security Systems Group. The Environmental Solutions Group segment manufactures and supplies a range of street sweepers, vacuum trucks, and other specialty vehicles. The Safety and Security Systems Group segment offers systems and products for campus and community alerting, emergency vehicles, first responder interoperable communications, and industrial communications.
Learn more about Federal Signal Corporation
Size
3,900 employees
Market Cap
$2.7 billion
Industry
Net Income
$96.2 million
Founded
1901
5 Year Trend
+11.4%
Revenue
$1.1 billion
NASDAQ

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