Project Engineer II: Vehicle Systems & Integration

Federal Signal Corporation; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 82,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus potential

Insurance (life, medical, dental, etc)

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

401(k) with matching contributions

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Elgin Sweeper Company in Elgin, IL is seeking an experienced engineer to lead vehicle integration projects for commercial chassis. You will design and integrate structures, hydraulic and electrical systems and ensure compliance with safety standards.

Responsibilities include coordinating with suppliers, tracking costs and schedule, and delivering robust, serviceable solutions. A bachelor’s degree in engineering and 3+ years in related roles are required; Siemens NX is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Automotive, Agricultural Engineering or related discipline.
• 3+ years experience in project, product design, vehicle integration or systems engineering.
• Proficiency in structural design, manufacturing processes, DFM/DFA, and hydraulic & 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.

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 quality, assembly efficiency, 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 for stakeholders and leadership.
• Track and control project cost, schedule, and risk for 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.

Skills

Structural design

3D CAD (Siemens NX)

Project ownership & leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Automotive/Agricultural Engineering or related

Tools

Siemens NX (3D CAD)

Engineering drawings

PLM systems

Job description

Elgin Sweeper Company in Elgin, IL is seeking an experienced engineer to lead vehicle integration projects for commercial chassis. You will design and integrate structures, hydraulic and electrical systems and ensure compliance with safety standards.

Responsibilities include coordinating with suppliers, tracking costs and schedule, and delivering robust, serviceable solutions. A bachelor’s degree in engineering and 3+ years in related roles are required; Siemens NX is preferred.