Federal Signal Corporation · 2 hours ago
Design Engineer
Stuart, FL
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expFederal Signal Corporation is a leading global designer and manufacturer of products and total solutions serving various sectors. The Design Engineer will interpret engineering sketches and specifications, assist in the design and development of mechatronic equipment, and provide technical support while ensuring compliance with quality procedures.
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Responsibilities
Interpret engineering sketches, specifications, and drawings
Assist management to design, develop, test, or manufacture mechatronic equipment utilizing design tools and computer software
Provide technical support to other employees regarding mechanical design, fabrication, testing, or documentation
Create mechanical models and tolerance analyses to simulate mechatronic design concepts using appropriate material and part number selection
Develop and test models of alternate designs and processing methods to assess feasibility, operating condition effects, possible new applications and necessity of modification
Recommend design modifications to eliminate machine or system malfunctions
Investigate equipment failures and difficulties to diagnose faulty operation, and to make corrective action recommendations
Prepare specifications, designs, or sketches for machines, components, or systems related to the generation, transmission, or use of mechanical or fluid energy
Assemble or disassemble complex mechanical systems to establish the sequence of operations to fabricate and assemble parts or products and promote efficient utilization
Implement, test and publish engineering reports documenting design details, solutions or qualification test results to determine characteristics such as performance, strength or response to stress and implement any required corrective actions
Prepare cost and materials estimates or project schedules
Confer with clients, vendors, staff, and management personnel regarding purchases, product and production specifications, manufacturing capabilities or project status
Coordinate, implement and support quality control objectives, activities, or procedures to resolve production problems, maximize product reliability or minimize costs. Conform to ISO requirements by complying with quality procedures and meeting quality objectives
Ensure drawings and documents are reviewed, released and placed in the SolidWorks vault to current revision and all associated metadata is correct
Comply with procedure to record and manage time per project
Perform job duties associated with Designer and/or CAD Drafter if required
Qualification
Required
Interpret engineering sketches, specifications, and drawings
Assist management to design, develop, test, or manufacture mechatronic equipment utilizing design tools and computer software
Provide technical support to other employees regarding mechanical design, fabrication, testing, or documentation
Create mechanical models and tolerance analyses to simulate mechatronic design concepts using appropriate material and part number selection
Develop and test models of alternate designs and processing methods to assess feasibility, operating condition effects, possible new applications and necessity of modification
Recommend design modifications to eliminate machine or system malfunctions
Investigate equipment failures and difficulties to diagnose faulty operation, and to make corrective action recommendations
Prepare specifications, designs, or sketches for machines, components, or systems related to the generation, transmission, or use of mechanical or fluid energy
Assemble or disassemble complex mechanical systems to establish the sequence of operations to fabricate and assemble parts or products and promote efficient utilization
Implement, test and publish engineering reports documenting design details, solutions or qualification test results to determine characteristics such as performance, strength or response to stress and implement any required corrective actions
Prepare cost and materials estimates or project schedules
Confer with clients, vendors, staff, and management personnel regarding purchases, product and production specifications, manufacturing capabilities or project status
Coordinate, implement and support quality control objectives, activities, or procedures to resolve production problems, maximize product reliability or minimize costs
Conform to ISO requirements by complying with quality procedures and meeting quality objectives
Ensure drawings and documents are reviewed, released and placed in the SolidWorks vault to current revision and all associated metadata is correct
Comply with procedure to record and manage time per project
Perform job duties associated with Designer and/or CAD Drafter if required
Considerable knowledge of the principles, methods, and practices involved in the design of mechanical systems
Considerable knowledge of equipment and materials required for the efficient operation of a mechanical
Considerable knowledge of the terminology, methods, practices, and techniques of mechanical engineering
Considerable knowledge of DFM and DFA procedures
Ability to prepare designs and specifications for material and equipment needs of mechanical systems
Ability to prepare, set up and run extensive short and long term tests
Ability to prepare sketches and/or models, data reports, and instructions
Ability to understand and efficiently carry out complex written and oral instructions
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with company personnel
Skill in the design and preparation of drawings and specifications
Bachelor's of Science, Engineering or related field, or equivalent military technical training
At least five years of engineering related experience in a business supporting heavy manufacturing
At least five years of experience with SolidWorks
Must be proficient in use of Microsoft Word/Excel/Outlook
Must be an energetic self-starter and have a strong sense of urgency; and capable of following tasks through to completion
Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
Planning and organizing
Maintain confidentiality at all levels for the president, team members and the company
Exceptional Communication skills
Proven experience in people management
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Company
Federal Signal Corporation
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.
1001-5000 employees
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unknown1978-01-13IPO
Leadership Team
Jennifer Sherman
President and CEO
Felix Boeschen
Vice President, Corporate Strategy and Investor Relations
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