Electrical Engineer - Entry Level

REV Group; Charlotte (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Spartan Emergency Response, part of Terex Corporation, is seeking an Engineer I Electrical to drive production design, development, and continuous product and process improvements. This entry-level role collaborates with senior engineers to deliver reliable electrical systems for emergency vehicles.

The position requires a Bachelor's in Engineering or Technology and 0–2 years of related experience, with hands-on analytical skills, CAD experience (2D/3D) and knowledge of industry standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Technology required.
• 0-2 years’ experience in engineering or a related technical field.
• Required engineering skills include both analytical and “hands-on” abilities
• Consistent attention to detail
• Strong: Communication skills, verbal and written; Organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills
• Self-motivated with the ability to stay on task and prioritize workload
• Creative and innovative team player
• Intermediate-level user in Microsoft Office Suite
• CAD experience with emphasis on 2D and 3D; SolidWorks preferred
• Commitment to excellence and high standards
• Versatile, flexible, and a willingness to adapt to changing priorities
• Willing to improve self / area / company (including pursing additional training, if needed)
• Basic knowledge of Company and products
• Familiar with technical publications and associations
• Familiar with applicable industry standards, codes and regulations

Responsibilities

• Participate in the design, development, or re-design of new or existing productions of an easy to moderate nature through the release, build, and validation process working from direct instruction and/ or requirements
• Follows processes to achieve goals
• Applies information or analysis to data
• Uses established procedures to perform assigned tasks with little ingenuity, originality with detailed instructions or immediate supervision
• Support senior engineers on completion of tasks related to new product development or field issue resolution
• Produce engineering documentation such as 2-D schematics, 3-D models and assemblies, Production Assembly Drawings (PADs), part requirement drawings, etc.
• Develop engineering bills of materials that are complete, accurate, and on-time
• Effectively utilize computer-assisted engineering or design software to perform engineering tasks
• Assign or approve work for CAD draftspersons, designers, technicians, or engineers
• Support robustness engineering activities
• Other tasks as assigned

Skills

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Self-motivated

Team player

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Technology

Tools

CAD (2D/3D)

SolidWorks

MS Office

Job description

Spartan Emergency Response (Spartan ER) is a leading designer, manufacturer and distributor of custom emergency response vehicles, cabs, and chassis. Driven by a commitment to quality and innovation, Spartan and its portfolio of brands Spartan Fire Apparatus and Chassis, Smeal Fire Apparatus, and Ladder Tower (LT) offer a broad range of apparatus to meet specific requirements and demands of the fire service industry. Spartan has a rich history in fire apparatus manufacturing with over 250 years of combined experience.

Spartan Emergency Response is part of Terex Corporation, a global designer and manufacturer of specialized vehicles and equipment, including fire and emergency vehicles, waste and recycling equipment, RV's, and machinery supporting construction, utilities, and infrastructure. With operations across the U.S. and globally, we are committed to safety, innovation, and quality while building products our customers depend on every day.

The Engineer I Electrical position is responsible for production design, development, and product / process improvements

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Participate in the design, development, or re-design of new or existing productions of an easy to moderate nature through the release, build, and validation process working from direct instruction and/ or requirements
• Follows processes to achieve goals
• Applies information or analysis to data
• Uses established procedures to perform assigned tasks with little ingenuity, originality with detailed instructions or immediate supervision
• Support senior engineers on completion of tasks related to new product development or field issue resolution
• Produce engineering documentation such as 2-D schematics, 3-D models and assemblies, Production Assembly Drawings (PADs), part requirement drawings, etc.
• Develop engineering bills of materials that are complete, accurate, and on-time
• Effectively utilize computer-assisted engineering or design software to perform engineering tasks
• Assign or approve work for CAD draftspersons, designers, technicians, or engineers
• Support robustness engineering activities
• Other tasks as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Technology required
• 0-2 years’ experience in engineering or a related technical field
• Required engineering skills include both analytical and “hands-on” abilities
• Consistent attention to detail
• Strong:
  • Communication skills, verbal and written
  • Organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills
• Self-motivated with the ability to stay on task and prioritize workload
• Creative and innovative team player
• Intermediate-level user in Microsoft Office Suite
• CAD experience with emphasis on 2D and 3D; SolidWorks preferred
• Commitment to excellence and high standards
• Versatile, flexible, and a willingness to adapt to changing priorities
• Willing to improve self / area / company (including pursing additional training, if needed)
• Basic knowledge of Company and products
• Familiar with technical publications and associations
• Familiar with applicable industry standards, codes and regulations

Electrical

• Basic understanding of automotive branch circuitry design.
• Basic understanding of CAN protocol for J1939 preferred
• Basic programming knowledge
• Basic electrical troubleshooting knowledge

*This job description is intended to outline those functions typically performed by individuals assigned to this classification. This description is not intended to be all-inclusive or to limit the discretionary authority of supervisors to assign other tasks of similar nature or level of responsibility. Spartan Fire reserves the right to change or assign to this position as required.

Terex Corporation is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity. The Company conducts all employment practices without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran's status, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other basis prohibited by law. Terex Corporation also undertakes affirmative action to assure equal employment opportunities for minorities and women, for persons with disabilities, and for protected veterans.

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