Project Engineer II

Elgin Sweeper; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 82,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus potential

Insurance (life, medical, dental, and/

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

401(k) with matching contributions

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Elgin Sweeper Company seeks an experienced mechanical engineer to design and integrate structural, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical systems onto mobile vehicle chassis. You will develop components, assemblies, and weldments while applying DFx and cost-reduction principles to boost quality and lifecycle value.

The role requires 3+ years in project design or systems integration within mobile machinery or similar sectors, with strong collaboration across suppliers and internal teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical or automotive-related engineering.
• 3+ years of project or systems engineering experience in mobile machinery, heavy equipment or commercial vehicles.
• Proficiency in structural design, CAD, DFx practices, hydraulics and pneumatics design.

Responsibilities

• Design and integrate electrical, hydraulic/pneumatic and mechanical systems onto vehicle chassis.
• Create structural components, welded fabrications, mechanisms and assemblies.
• Apply DFx, DFA and serviceability to improve quality and lifecycle value.
• Collaborate with suppliers and partners for component development and issue resolution.
• Prepare project status reports and risk assessments for leadership.

Skills

Structural design

3D CAD (Siemens NX)

Project ownership

Engineering drawings

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Agricultural Engineering, or related discipline

Tools

PLM systems

Job description

Key Activities / Responsibilities

• Design and integrate structures, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, electrical systems, and controls onto commercial vehicle chassis.
• Design structural components, welded fabrications, mechanisms, and mechanical assemblies.
• Apply DFM, DFA, design for serviceability, and cost-reduction principles to improve product quality, assembly efficiency, reliability, and lifecycle value.
• Collaborate with suppliers and external partners to support component development, sourcing, and issue resolution.
• Prepare project status reports, risk assessments, and executive summaries while communicating progress to stakeholders and leadership.
• Track and control project cost, schedule, and risk to ensure successful program execution.
• Support vehicle testing and validation activities, including performance, durability, safety, and compliance evaluations.
• Perform engineering changes, configuration control, product documentation, and release activities.

Ensure compliance with applicable vehicle, safety, regulatory, and company engineering standards.

Education requirement

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Agricultural Engineering, or related discipline.

Experience Requirement

3+ years of project, product design, vehicle integration, or systems engineering experience, preferably in mobile machinery, heavy equipment, commercial vehicles, or specialty equipment.

Skills Required

• Proficiency in structural design, manufacturing processes, DFM/DFA, and hydraulic and pneumatic system design.
• Proficiency with 3D CAD (Siemens NX preferred), engineering drawings, BOMs, PLM systems, and engineering change processes.
• Demonstrated project ownership, technical problem-solving, communication, and cross-functional leadership skills.

Anticipated Salary Range: $82,000 - $90,000

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 Us

Sold and serviced through a network of more than 100 dealer locations worldwide, Elgin Sweeper products are the sweepers of choice for a variety of general street maintenance, special industrial and airport applications. With more than 100 years of experience, Elgin Sweeper offers municipalities, contractors and industries the most sweeper options in the country, using the latest sweeping technologies - mechanical, pure vacuum, regenerative air, alternative fuel and waterless dust control. Elgin Sweeper is a subsidiary of Federal Signal Corporation’s Environmental Solutions Group. For more information, visit www.elginsweeper.com.

Federal Signal Corporation (NYSE: FSS) builds and delivers equipment of unmatched quality that moves material, cleans infrastructure, and protects the communities where we work and live. 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 Downers Grove, 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, contact Human Resources at [e-mail]. All other applications must be submitted online.