Junior Mechanical Engineer - Fire Apparatus Design

Ferrara; Holden (MO); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Ferrara is seeking an Engineer to design mechanical components and systems for Fire Apparatus, collaborating with Sales and Engineers to meet customer requirements. Core designs include bodies, cabs, chassis components, and integration of new products into existing designs.

You will create manufacturing drawings, manage BOMs, support production, and participate in cross-functional reviews to deliver robust, producible designs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or equivalent experience.
• Proficiency in CAD systems – Autodesk Inventor and/or AutoCAD.
• Minimum of 2 years general design work experience.
• Knowledge of NFPA standards related to Fire Apparatus is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Create and modify mechanical and electrical components and systems for Fire Apparatus.
• Produce manufacturing drawings using CAD standards; knowledge of manufacturing processes emphasized for metal fabrication/assemblies.
• Create and manage indented Bills of Materials (BOM) per company standards.
• Manufacturing support to ensure quality and schedule commitments are met.
• Participate in customer meetings to understand design requirements and answer questions.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or equivalent

Tools

Autodesk Inventor

AutoCAD

Job description

Ferrara is seeking an Engineer to design mechanical components and systems for Fire Apparatus, collaborating with Sales and Engineers to meet customer requirements. Core designs include bodies, cabs, chassis components, and integration of new products into existing designs.

You will create manufacturing drawings, manage BOMs, support production, and participate in cross-functional reviews to deliver robust, producible designs.