ROSENBAUER STATEMENT
At Rosenbauer we pride ourselves on providing top-of-the-line fire apparatus, created with state-of-the-art technology, for more than 150 years. When lives are at stake anything less is unacceptable. As the world’s largest manufacturer of fire equipment, we make sure our vehicles, production teams, and service personnel are ready to do what is necessary to keep communities safe.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Mechanical Engineer will design, develop, and test sub-systems related to firetrucks. Mechanical engineering is responsible for turning ideas for products into functional prototypes and eventual production. The position will support advanced engineering designs, production designs, and issue evaluation and resolution using engineering tools with efficient and affordable processes. The engineer will achieve these goals by working cross functionally with other sub-system engineers, purchasing, production, service, and our sales team.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
All employees are required to support Rosenbauer’s Mission, Vision, and Values. The following are the essential duties of this position and do not include marginal functions that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. The scope and duties of a given position may change or be temporarily altered based on the business needs of Rosenbauer.
- Develops, maintains, and ensures conformance to corporate, customer, and regulatory sub-system specifications and performance requirements of existing products.
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Initiates and implements integrated hardware and software solutions to meet your respective sub-system performance that improve value by increasing quality and performance or by reducing costs.
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Develops and monitors simulation, lab and field validation and test programs to assure performance. Gathers and analyzes data to monitor product and component performance.
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Participates on cross-functional teams to implement product and process improvements.
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Understand and apply vehicle regulatory requirements and standards, such as FMVSS, SAE, NFPA, etc., to ensure our product designs are compliant. May maintain regulatory agency approvals.
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Create and manage detail drawings and Bill of Materials.
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Acts as a technical resource to other departments including Manufacturing, Purchasing, Service, and Sales & Marketing to address and resolve inquiries and problems.
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Maintains contact with suppliers, with Purchasing, to evaluate new products as well as support and ensure parts received meet quality standards.
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Analyze and problem-solve design, production, and field issues to successful resolution.
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Develops and implements corrective action in accordance with QMS procedures.
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Review Quality Audit records and analyze customer returns to assess product conformance to specifications.
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Prioritizes and manages multiple assignments and objectives as well as handling unscheduled tasks.
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Prepares and presents project status reports.
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Performs other duties and responsibilities as required by management to meet the needs of the company.
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Knowledge, Education, and/or Experience:
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Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering preferred.
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0-3 years of related mechanical engineering experience required.
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Experience in heavy truck and/or automotive systems preferred.
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Product data management utilizing CAD and PDM systems preferred.
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SolidWorks experience preferred.
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Understanding of manufacturing processes for efficient assembly and serviceability preferred.
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Knowledge of firefighting processes and equipment preferred.
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Skills:
Language:
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Able to find, read, and interpret relevant scientific and technical documentation and standards.
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Able to actively participate in engineering discussions by listening, asking relevant questions, and suggesting solutions to problems.
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Able to follow written and verbal directions and communicate new information that could affect project trajectories.
Math:
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Basic math functions and accounting abilities with a high aptitude for accuracy.
Computer:
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Able to perform intermediate PC functions including the use of spreadsheet tables and formulas.
- Able to work within SolidWorks or CAD.
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Abilities:
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Able to deal with problems involving a variety of variables in non-standard situations.
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Strong attention to detail.
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Able to understand and apply an engineering development process.
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Able to prioritize work and to multitask while adhering to deadlines.
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Able to work with minimal supervision in a team environment.
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Able to understand and follow all safety policies to promote a safe working environment for all.
OTHER QUALIFICATIONS
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Driving- license
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May need to travel off site for tradeshows, meetings, or company related events.
Driving- Own Vehicle
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May need to travel off site for tradeshows, meetings, or company related events
Hours of work- Ability to work evenings and/or weekends occasionally
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Overtime as needed to meet the needs of the department.
Travel- Local
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May need to travel for local meetings/tradeshows.
Travel- Overnight
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May need to travel overnight for meetings, tradeshows, or visiting other Rosenbauer locations.
Travel- Prolonged Periods
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May need to travel off site for tradeshows, meetings, or company related events
Equal Opportunity Employer/individuals with disabilities/protected veterans. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a pre employment drug screening.
