Electrical Engineer: Collins Bus

Forest River Bus•South Hutchinson, KS

21h

About The Position

Job Summary: Assists with the design, development, and testing of electrical equipment, components, or systems. Familiar with mathematical and engineering principles and methods used to design electrical systems. Assists senior engineers in the preparation of plans, designs, computation methods and reports. Gains exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. Occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: This list of duties and responsibilities is not all inclusive and may include other duties and responsibilities, as management may deem necessary from time to time. Assist with designing, developing, executing, and evaluating fitness-for-use testing, product specifications and process validation plans for a variety of moderate complexity products and/or components; assist with creating and reviewing material part specifications and bills of materials. Use CAD (Computer Aided Design) or CAE (Computer Aided Engineering) software to develop the structural design of various products, model new designs, and produce detailed engineering drawings. Verify designs through use of calculations and other analytical techniques and tools. Understand manufacturing processes with emphasis on metal fabrication and assemblies. Apply DFM methodologies to deliver robust engineering packages emphasizing productivity in the manufacturing process. Fulfill customer requirements (i.e., shop orders) considering design rules and all applicable interface points. Define test requirements and interpret test results to validate designs. Identify problems, root causes and be able to define & execute resolutions. Understand and use lean principles as they apply to manufacturing and business processes. Execute engineering changes through established processes and documentation. Commit to excellence and high standards.

Requirements

Skills in computer simulation, cost estimation, design optimization, design review, engineering analysis & design, feasibility study, mathematical analysis & modeling, prototyping, quality assurance process and reliability analysis
Knowledge of manufacturing industry and vocational standards
CAD and CAE software experience
Experience with problem solving techniques (5 why & root cause analysis)
Experience with statistical techniques and data analysis
Strong communication and interpersonal skills with ability to work directly with hourly production employees and leadership concerning manufacturing initiatives and progress updates
Strong work ethic, highly motivated, organized, and self-disciplined
Versatile, flexible, and willing to work with changing priorities
Self-motivated with the ability to stay on task
Ability to effectively prioritize and execute concurrent assignments in a high-pressure environment
Strong and consistent attention to detail
Creative and innovative team player
Ability to use sound judgment and make timely decisions
Ability to work effectively independently and in a team environment
Solid PC skills with knowledge of Microsoft Office products including Excel, Word, Teams, and Outlook
Ability to read and understand engineering drawings and layout and other written or verbal instructions
Capable of effectively presenting information in one-on-one and small group situations to other employees in the organization
Bachelor's Degree of Engineering, Engineering Technology, or equivalent education required
Typically requires 2-4 years of related experience

Responsibilities

Assist with designing, developing, executing, and evaluating fitness-for-use testing, product specifications and process validation plans for a variety of moderate complexity products and/or components
Assist with creating and reviewing material part specifications and bills of materials
Use CAD (Computer Aided Design) or CAE (Computer Aided Engineering) software to develop the structural design of various products, model new designs, and produce detailed engineering drawings
Verify designs through use of calculations and other analytical techniques and tools
Understand manufacturing processes with emphasis on metal fabrication and assemblies
Apply DFM methodologies to deliver robust engineering packages emphasizing productivity in the manufacturing process
Fulfill customer requirements (i.e., shop orders) considering design rules and all applicable interface points
Define test requirements and interpret test results to validate designs
Identify problems, root causes and be able to define & execute resolutions
Understand and use lean principles as they apply to manufacturing and business processes
Execute engineering changes through established processes and documentation
Commit to excellence and high standards