Design Engineer II - R&D (ESG)

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead R&D projects from early brainstorming through the prototype and validation phases.
• Generate 3D layouts, mechanical assemblies, and technical drawings of clean sheet designs using CAD and PLM software tools.
• Apply engineering calculations such as static structural analysis, machine kinematics, fatigue analysis, thermodynamics, and design for manufacturability before generating robust first-pass concepts.
• Draft test plans to validate design technical or customer requirements based on direct voice of customer research.
• Must be able to self-manage certain aspects of projects that may include schedule planning, conducting new supplier meetings, working with external vendors on prototype parts, collecting feedback from internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to jump into new industries or technologies when solving a new issue or coming up with novel engineering solutions. Must demonstrate a strong willingness to learn and flexibility to step outside of your comfort zone time to time. 
• Some travel (estimated 10-20%) will be required to visit with customers, research and study new technologies at sister company facilities in North America, and participate in testing or validation in remote locations.
• Flexibility to perform other duties and assignments as required.

SPONSORSHIP IS NOT AVAILABLE FOR THIS POSTION

Position Requirements

• 3 years relevant job experience
• Proficiency designing new mechanical concepts, assemblies, and components using a CAD platform and creating engineering drawings with appropriate GD&T, tolerance stackups applied.
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills, knowledge of fundamental engineering principles, theories, and concepts.
• Good written and verbal communication skills to clearly articulate and present complex technical concepts to customers, colleagues, and top management.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and schematics including Mechanical layouts, Hydraulic, Electrical, Pneumatics, and Water systems.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office suite of tools

Desired Skills

• 1 year of design experience with NX or Creo.
• Experience in designing for automotive, mobile machinery, heavy equipment (agricultural or industrial), or durable goods manufacturers.
• Experience applying computer aided engineering tools for simulation such as Finite Element Analysis or Computational Fluid Dynamics products like Ansys/Fluent.
• Experience modeling systems or mechanical assemblies using Matlab/Simulink products.
• Experience in BEV or HEV design, the design of electrical actuators and associated electromechanical systems.
• Experience with engineering safety analysis tools such as FMEA, HARA, or functional safety.
• Training in Six Sigma or structured problem solving and root cause analysis techniques.

Anticipated Salary Range: $68,731.00 - $117,825.00

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 HR@federalsignal.com. All other applications must be submitted online.

Salary : $68,731 - $117,825