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Engineer II - Mechanical

Federal Signal Corporation · Park Forest, IL · 2 wk ago
Information Technology$69k–$98k/yrFull-time

Essential Job Duties And Responsibilities

  • Design and develop electromechanical products that meet customer needs and industry standards
  • Apply GD&T principles to ensure functional, manufacturable, and robust designs
  • Create 3D models and detailed drawings using NX, Creo, or SolidWorks
  • Conduct feasibility studies, prototype development, and cost evaluations
  • Perform and interpret FEA to ensure structural integrity and product reliability
  • Develop, execute, and analyze product validation test plans and reports
  • Use engineering fundamentals (mechanics, dynamics, statistics) to evaluate design performance
  • Design for a variety of manufacturing processes (injection molding, sheet metal, machining, extrusion, cable assemblies)
  • Collaborate with manufacturing, sourcing, and quality teams to drive design-for-manufacturing (DFM) and cost efficiency
  • Troubleshoot product issues and support production, technicians, and assembly teams
  • Quality & Continuous Improvement
  • Develop and maintain engineering documentation, including DFMEAs and specifications
  • Apply Six Sigma tools (DOE, FMEA, Pugh Matrix, VOC) to improve product performance and quality
  • Support production, cost reduction initiatives, resolve field issues, and evaluate end-of-life component replacements
  • Collaboration & Leadership
  • Partner with electrical engineers, PCB designers, and other disciplines to ensure seamless integration
  • Work with vendors to define component specifications and processes
  • Provide technical guidance and mentorship to Engineer I team members
  • Project Execution & Documentation
  • Support project timelines and milestones using sound project management practices
  • Create Engineering Change Requests (ECRs), BOMs, and product structures
  • Develop work instructions and contribute to customer-facing technical documentation
  • Summarize R&D efforts in clear technical reports

    Position Requirements

    • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
    • 3–5 years of experience in product design and development
    • Strong understanding of GD&T and tolerance analysis
    • Proficiency in CAD tools (NX, Creo, SolidWorks)
    • Experience with FEA and engineering validation/testing
    • Familiarity with multiple manufacturing processes
    • Strong communication, problem-solving, and collaboration skills

      Benefits Of Employment

      • Annual bonus potential
      • Insurance (life, medical, dental, vision)
      • Paid holidays
      • Paid vacation
      • 401(k) with matching contributions and tuition reimbursement
      • Smoke-free, drug-free workplace

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