Engineering manager - heavy

Federal Signal is seeking an Engineering Section Manager, supporting the Heavy-Duty side of the business. This role administers and executes policies and procedures affecting subordinate work group. Successful candidate will also accomplish tasks mainly through direct supervision of assigned resources and interpret/execute policies and procedures affecting subordinate work group. Plans, organizes and oversees (either directly or through subordinate supervisors) the work of assigned technical team.

Regularly manages two (2) or more full-time employees who perform diverse work.

• Single Function
• Based at same location
• Focused on one product lines within a business unit
• Composed of one similar technical disciplines

Provides guidance to subordinates within latitude of established policies and recommends changes as needed.

Acts as an advisor to subordinates to meet schedules and/or resolve technical problems. Develops and administers schedules, performance requirements; may have budget responsibilities.

Key Activities/Responsibilities

• Develop comprehensive project plan(s) for medium-to-large type projects
• Directs department activities to manage and modify existing designs to reduce costs, improve reliability and performance, and reduce warranty costs
• Reviews and evaluates cost reduction proposals from other sources, compiles appropriate information, makes recommendations for action, and checks on results obtained.
• Manage project(s) to evolve design of product (i.e. changes driven by federal/ state regulations or major component suppliers)
• Works with product management to develop and maintain product configuration including options and/ or accessories
• Coordinate engineering support to provide assistance to Field Service and/or Production to assist in troubleshooting, performance issues and/ or warranty issues
• Manages the activities of detailers and designers assigned to this group and assigns tasks and provides direction within the constraints of the project.
• Administers personnel functions including goal setting, performance evaluations, hiring, and salary adjustments.
• Communicates and coordinates with suppliers where engineering input is required to develop specifications for products and/or components. Evaluate machine performance vs. customer expectations and incorporate this input into future design(s) as necessary.
• Flexibility to perform other duties and assignments as required

Education Required:

• Bachelor Degree in related Mechanical or Electrical engineering discipline from an accredited university.

Job Experience:

• 8+ years’ engineering experience with a minimum of 3 years of broad project and management experience

Skills Required:

• Provide direct project direction and focus to subordinates;
• Communicate technical information and project status, both verbally and in writing;
• Positively influence customers, suppliers, peers and superiors in alignment with business goals/objectives;
• Develop (directly or through others) innovative technical concepts and solve problems; gain cooperation of others.
• Possesses strong verbal and written communications skills
• Thorough understanding of the appropriate 3D CAD software and other tool sets as required by the specific position or function;.
• Experience in the key activities and responsibilities of the position attributes as required by the specific position or function (i.e. complex mechanisms, assemblies, acoustic, optical and welded structures.)

Wage Range: $102,418 - $146,311 + Bonus

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.

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