Mechanical Engineer

Mechanical Engineer

This Mechanical Engineer role focuses on designing and developing world-class engineering solutions for fire apparatus, including systems installed on fire trucks that help save lives around the world. You will own the full product lifecycle—from research and development through design, testing and evaluation, manufacturing support, and aftermarket care and warranty support. In this position, you serve as a subject matter expert, providing technical guidance and support to internal teams and external customers while contributing to continuous improvement, safety, and lean manufacturing initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and re-design new or existing products of moderate to complex nature, guiding them through release, build, and validation processes.
• Participate in customer specification reviews and product planning meetings, proposing innovative solutions that meet customer, regulatory, and company requirements.
• Conduct research and analysis of customer design proposals, specifications, manuals, and related data to evaluate feasibility, cost, and maintenance requirements for designs or applications.
• Finalize design requirements and manage system interfaces, releasing complete engineering packages to Supply Chain and Operations.
• Initiate and lead detailed cross-functional design reviews to ensure robust, producible designs that avoid interferences and comply with industry and company standards.
• Develop plans to ensure compliance with applicable regulatory standards, adopted engineering standards, and good engineering practices, and review proposed changes to standards and policies.
• Apply Design for Manufacturing (DFM) principles to enable ergonomic, efficient, and productive manufacturing processes.
• Fulfill customer requirements during design activities, taking into account design rules and all applicable interface points.
• Define, interpret, and establish technical specifications based on customer requirements, engineering calculations, and layouts.
• Create accurate 3D models and detailed drawing packages used to manufacture components, assemblies, and systems.
• Create and manage indented Bills of Materials (BOMs) in adherence to company standards, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Develop and use engineering configuration tools and design automation to generate compliant and repeatable designs.
• Hold cross-functional design reviews to solicit input from relevant disciplines and deliver robust designs that meet all requirements.
• Define, lead, and execute cost-saving projects through value analysis/value engineering (VA/VE) initiatives.
• Execute engineering changes through established processes, ensuring proper documentation and communication.
• Provide troubleshooting guidance and technical support to Field Service and Manufacturing technicians for issues related to design, assembly, and performance.
• Collaborate with Supply Chain and work directly with Tier II and Tier III suppliers to support sourcing, manufacturability, and product quality.
• Perform technical calculations and analysis to support design decisions and validate performance against specifications.
• Rapidly translate conceptual ideas into buildable models and designs, working both independently and as part of a team.
• Develop detailed drawings, 3D models, and BOMs for parts and assemblies in a timely manner to support production schedules.
• Contribute to lean manufacturing and continuous improvement activities in areas such as aerials, bodies, cabs, chassis, electrical systems, applications, plumbing, or systems.
• Use Six Sigma, 8D, and 5-Why techniques to support root cause analysis and corrective actions for product and process issues.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor's degree in engineering with a minimum of 3 years of practical experience in a similar engineering position.
• Expert proficiency in 3D CAD systems and tools such as Solid Works, AutoCAD, Inventor, or equivalent software.
• Strong expertise in general drawing practices, 3D modeling, drafting standards, and Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Extensive experience in fire apparatus design and documentation, with lean manufacturing expertise in three or more functional areas such as aerials, bodies, cabs, chassis, electrical, applications, plumbing, or systems.
• In-depth knowledge of applicable regulatory guidelines, including NFPA, ULC, FAMA, DOT, FMVSS, and other relevant standards.
• Demonstrated ability to rapidly translate concepts into buildable models and designs, both independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency in creating detailed drawings, 3D models, and bills of materials for parts and assemblies.
• Strong analytical and hands-on engineering skills, including the ability to perform technical calculations and analysis.
• Knowledge and practical use of drawing and drafting standards, including the application of GD&T and adherence to department policies.
• Solid understanding of manufacturing processes, with emphasis on metal fabrication and assemblies.
• Experience applying Design for…