What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mechanical Design Engineer position at Federal Signal?
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Do you enjoy hands on work? Do you enjoy working hard and growing with a company that values you? Come and check out MRL~ Mark Rite Lines Equipment Company, we are the largest equipment supplier to the Industry. We need dependable, hard worker's with a passion to learn and grow with our company and join our team! Competitive Pay and Benefit Package!!! We offer medical, dental, and vision insurance for the employee with coverage options for dependents and family. Employer sponsored Health Savings Account (HSA) with weekly deposits paid by the company into your account, Flexible Spending Accounts options (FSA), Voluntary Life Insurance, 401k with employer contributions and match that can start at time of hire. MRL also offers paid vacation leave, paid sick leave, Bereavement Leave, Paid Jury Duty Leave, and Emergency COVID Sick Leave. Paid every Friday!
Summary of Position: Assists in making decisions regarding engineering problems and issues of limited scope. Always follows standard practices and procedures associated with own engineering discipline. Assists in making decisions on engineering problems and issues, requiring the use of advanced techniques and the adaption and extension of theories and practices of own field and related disciplines. Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities: Develops layouts concepts, parameters and designs for new and existing product re-designs. Uses mathematics, statistics, dynamics and other engineering disciplines for calculations and evaluation of alternatives for current product design and their functionality in current product designs. Performs analysis as required to insure meeting product performance and reliability requirements. Conducts feasibility studies and prepares preliminary cost estimates of designs and redesigns. Communicates with vendors where engineering is required to develop specifications for components and processes. May write rough draft of changes to customer instruction sheet. Assists in fabricating and building working prototypes of new products. May assist Purchasing in vendor selection. Perform product evaluations to determine if engineering standards are met Flexibility to perform other duties and assignments as required. Summarizes research and development work in a report and specification. Develops engineering specifications for materials or processes through research and/or supervision of tests programs. Assist in the development of work instructions that convey design intent to the assembly process. Coordinates project progress by monitoring performance of designers, drafters, and other personnel. Troubleshoot product systems as required and works directly with technicians and assemblers to resolve issues. Provide engineering support to Field Service to assist in resolving warranty and performance issues. Understand multi-level product Bill of Material structure to effectively develop options and/ or accessories to support product sales. Evaluate product cost reduction proposals to determine feasibility. May include travel to the field and/ or trade shows. Position Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering Technology 3 - 5 years of engineering experience, mobile equipment applications a plus SolidWorks and SolidWorks PDM experience and proficiency is required AutoCAD experience is a plus Fluid power system design Knowledge of DOT and OSHA regulations Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles is a plus Working in a Manufacturing environment is a plus General application of standard principles, theories, concepts, and techniques within field of specialization. Possesses strong verbal and written communications skills Benefits of Employment: In addition to excellent career growth opportunities, MRL offers a wide array of benefits including annual bonus potential, insurance (life, medical, dental, vision), paid holidays, paid vacation, and 401(k) with matching contributions. We provide our employees with a smoke-free, drug-free workplace.
About Us
MRL manufactures quality built highly productive Traffic Paint, Thermoplastic, Plural Component and Line Removal/Pavement Grooving equipment. Since 1967, MRL’s extensive “hands-on” pavement marking contracting experience, innovative engineering and attention to quality has enabled MRL to become the largest equipment supplier to the Industry. Decades of MRL’s reliable performance setting Industry Standards coupled with the Industry’s largest parts support inventory and most experienced technical support staff can be summed up in one statement – “When It matters most – MRL Delivers”!
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.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to building a diverse workforce. (Female / Minority / Disability / Protected Veteran / Sexual Orientation / Gender Identity) All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.
