Signal Product Engineer — ITS Tech Lead

SWARCO McCain, Inc.; Vista (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Educational reimbursement

Employee discount program

Job summary

SWARCO McCain, Inc. is seeking an experienced Signal Specialist Engineer to serve as the technical and product expert for the signal portfolio. You will support design, configuration, documentation, qualification, and lifecycle management of signal products.

The role works cross-functionally with departments, vendors, and customers to ensure product development, regulatory compliance, and successful delivery and market acceptance. Strong CAD skills and ERP/MRP familiarity are valued.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or a related engineering or technical discipline preferred.
• Two or more years of relevant engineering, product management, traffic signal, transportation technology, manufacturing, or related experience preferred.
• Experience with traffic signal, transportation, ITS industry is a plus.
• Working knowledge of CAD software such as AutoCAD preferred.
• Experience with SolidWorks or similar design tools is a plus.
• Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems and BOM creation/maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary technical and product resource for assigned signal products and provide support to internal departments, customers, and vendors.
• Review customer specifications and drawings to determine product compliance, configuration, and solutions.
• Provide technical guidance and product-related support to Manufacturing, Testing, Sales, Marketing, Planning, and other departments.
• Coordinate cross-functional activities to support product development and delivery.
• Assist Sales by reviewing technical requirements and providing information for quotations and proposals.
• Initiate and coordinate Engineering Change Notices (ECNs) and related documentation.
• Investigate and resolve product-related technical issues across manufacturing, field applications, and customers.
• Monitor product development activities to meet technical objectives, schedules, quality requirements, and costs.
• Maintain current product documentation including specifications, BOMs, and compliance records.
• Coordinate with Engineering, Manufacturing, Material Control, and Quality on product requirements and changes.
• Prepare samples and compliance materials for DOTs and other agencies for listing on QPLs/APLs.
• Monitor customer, agency, and industry requirements affecting signal products and recommend changes.
• Support product testing, validation, and continuous improvement activities.
• Participate in customer meetings and product reviews.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Job description

SWARCO McCain, Inc. is seeking an experienced Signal Specialist Engineer to serve as the technical and product expert for the signal portfolio. You will support design, configuration, documentation, qualification, and lifecycle management of signal products.

The role works cross-functionally with departments, vendors, and customers to ensure product development, regulatory compliance, and successful delivery and market acceptance. Strong CAD skills and ERP/MRP familiarity are valued.