Engineer II - Mechanical

Job Description

Job Description

Federal Signal is seeking a driven and innovative Mechanical Engineer II to join our engineering team in University Park, IL. In this role, you will play a key part in the design, development, and validation of cutting-edge electromechanical products that support critical applications.

This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer who enjoys hands-on product development, cross-functional collaboration, and taking designs from concept through production in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:

Product Design & Development

• 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

Analysis, Testing & Validation

• 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

Manufacturing & Product Support

• 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

In addition to excellent career growth opportunities, Federal Signal Corporation offers a wide array of benefits including: annual bonus potential, insurance (life, medical, dental, vision), paid holidays, paid vacation, 401(k) with matching contributions and tuition reimbursement. We provide our employees with a smoke-free, drug-free workplace.

About Us

Federal Signal in University Park is a leading manufacturer and supplier of comprehensive systems and products used to protect people and property. Our products and integrated solutions include systems for campus and community alerting, emergency vehicles, first responder interoperable communications, industrial communications, and command and municipal networked security. Specific products include: lightbars and sirens, public warning sirens and public safety software.

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:

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 [email protected]. All other applications must be submitted online.