Production Engineer

Fontaine Modification Company; Worthington (MN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Fontaine Modification Company, part of Marmon Holdings, seeks a Production Engineer in Denton, TX to support the design and development of manufacturing processes for heavy truck components.

You will prepare BOMs, engineering drawings, and calculations, while coordinating with internal teams and customers to meet time and budget requirements. Travel up to 20% may be required; 4+ years in engineering preferred.

Qualifications

• BS degree in engineering required; mechanical/mechatronics or equivalent.
• Min 4 years in product design, process development, and manufacturing support.
• Experience in commercial truck engineering preferred.
• Ability to coordinate with customers and suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Provide production support and troubleshoot electrical/diagnostic systems of trucks.
• Drive process improvements to enhance safety and efficiency.
• Apply engineering fundamentals and standard procedures in design.
• Create designs meeting customer needs while adhering to FMVSS/CMVSS codes.
• Prepare estimates for design time, labor, tooling, and materials for quotes.
• Develop BOMs, drawings, and calculations for projects.

Skills

Process optimization

Troubleshooting

Engineering design

CAN protocols

3D CAD

Cross-functional collaboration

Travel readiness

Education

BS Degree in Engineering (Mechanical / Mechatronics / equivalent)

Tools

Autodesk Inventor

SolidWorks

CATIA

Job description

Fontaine Modification Company

As a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings—which is backed by Berkshire Hathaway—you’ll be doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. We’re committed to making a positive impact on the world, providing you with diverse learning and working opportunities, and fostering a culture where everyone’s empowered to be their best.

Production Engineer

Denton, TX

Fontaine Modification focuses on the design and manufacturing of innovative solutions for heavy truck manufacturers, dealers, and commercial truck users worldwide. We fill the niche between what OEM truck chassis builders can produce in their manufacturing plants and what the market needs for a wide variety of fleet and vocational truck applications. Fontaine’s long history of providing innovative and custom-engineered solutions in an environment of integrity, customer responsiveness, quality products, and superior workmanship has made us a recognized leader in the industry.

We are seeking a Production Engineer who will be responsible for supporting the production team in the design and development of processes and components, including final vehicle CG and driveline calculations. Products range from simple chassis bolt-on items to PTO & hydraulic kits to cab & chassis modifications. Projects must meet time and budget requirements in order to fulfill the requirements of internal and external customers. Each project requires accurate assembly work instructions along with bills of materials, engineering drawings, and calculations as applicable.

Core Responsibilities

• Provide production support as necessary, including troubleshooting electrical/diagnostic systems of trucks.
• Consistently focus on process improvements to increase the safety and efficiency of production.
• Utilize proper engineering fundamentals of design and follow standard engineering procedures.
• Create new designs that meet customer needs and adhere to relevant governmental codes and regulations, including FMVSS/CMVSS.
• Evaluate designs and make recommendations based on safety, function, appearance, and budget.
• Support FMC sales staff quotations by providing estimates for design time, labor resources, tooling, and material costs to complete projects.

Skills & Qualifications

• BS Degree in Engineering (Mechanical / Mechatronics / equivalent).
• Minimum of 4 years of engineering experience in product design, process development, and manufacturing support. Experience in or related to the commercial truck engineering field is preferred.
• Project management experience including coordination between internal teams, customers, and suppliers.
• Solid understanding of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic schematics.
• Experience building wiring harnesses/cables and soldering.
• Experience in 3D CAD design—preferably Autodesk Inventor, SolidWorks, or CATIA.
• Experience with CAN communication protocols (SAE J1939 and ISO 11783) a plus.
• Experience related to diagnostics of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems in automotive, heavy truck, or off-highway equipment a plus.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Demonstrated flexibility in executing diverse tasks, adapting to shifting priorities, and accepting new challenges and responsibilities.
• Ability to travel up to 20% as required.

(EOE/AA: M/F/Vets/Disabled)

Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class. If you require any reasonable accommodation to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email your request to [e-mail], and please be sure to include the title and the location of the position for which you are applying.