Design Engineer

Federal Signal Corporation; Streator (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Health insurance

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

401(k) with matching contributions

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Federal Signal Corporation in Streator, IL is seeking an engineer to coordinate the development of layouts and design modifications for production, using CAD and engineering tools to meet strength, safety, functionality and quality requirements. This position collaborates with engineering, marketing and manufacturing during implementation, reviews change packages, and supports cost-reduction initiatives.

A BS degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering and CAD experience (Pro-E preferred) are

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1-3 years experience in engineering design.
• CAD experience required (Pro-E preferred).
• Strong knowledge of design for strength, safety and quality aspects.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate development of layouts and design modifications for production use.
• Use engineering tools to analyze designs for performance, ergonomics, safety and quality.
• Communicate with suppliers to develop product specifications.
• Develop project plans with input from engineering, marketing and production.
• Collaborate with production, ME, lab, marketing, service and engineering during implementation.
• Prepare and review engineering change packages including BOM investigations.
• Use CAD and office software to company standards.
• Participate in cost reduction processes as needed.
• Evaluate product modifications for performance and user satisfaction; may require field/trade show travel.
• Assist drafters and designers with engineering input.
• Develop project plans with input from engineering, marketing and production.

Skills

Engineering design

Good written and oral communication

Team oriented

Good interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering (BSME) or Aerospace (BSAE)

Tools

CAD (Pro-E)

Job description

Vactor Manufacturing
Streator, IL 61364, USA

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
• 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).

Benefits of Employment:

• 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 Us:

Federal Signal Corporation (NYSE: FSS) provides products and services to protect people and our plant. Founded in 1901, Federal Signal is a leading global designer and manufacturer of products and total solutions that serve municipal, governmental, industrial and commercial customers. Headquartered in Oak Brook, IL, with manufacturing facilities worldwide, the Company operates two groups: Environmental Solutions and Safety and Security Systems.

For more information on Federal Signal, visit: www.federalsignal.com. The Company is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will not be discriminated against on the basis of, and will receive consideration for employment without regard to, race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category, characteristic, or trait under applicable law. If you require reasonable accommodation in the application process, call Human Resources at 630-954-2000. All other applications must be submitted online. Vactor Mfg. Inc. is a leading manufacturer of municipal combination catch basin/sewer cleaning vacuum trucks and industrial vacuum loaders that clean up industrial waste or recover and recycle valuable raw materials. Vactor is located in Streator, IL and is a subsidiary of Federal Signal Corporation.

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