Engineer II Mechanical

REV Group, Inc.•Ephrata, PA

17d

About The Position

Spartan Emergency Response (Spartan ER) is a leading designer, manufacturer and distributor of custom emergency response vehicles, cabs, and chassis. Driven by a commitment to quality and innovation, Spartan and its portfolio of brands Spartan Fire Apparatus and Chassis, Smeal Fire Apparatus, and Ladder Tower (LT) offer a broad range of apparatus to meet specific requirements and demands of the fire service industry. Spartan has a rich history in fire apparatus manufacturing with over 250 years of combined experience. Spartan Emergency Response is part of the larger REV Group (NYSE: REVG), a leading manufacturer of specialty vehicles for the fire & emergency and recreation markets. REV Group’s extensive vehicle line-up includes models such as ambulances, fire trucks, terminal trucks, RV’s and much more. Our 5,000+ employees continuously demonstrate their commitment to building innovative and reliable vehicles that our customers can depend on whether for a family trip across the U.S. or when responding to an emergency. Rev Group is a veteran friendly employer and hires over 200 veterans and or those transferring out of the military each year. Engineer II – Mechanical OVERVIEW: REV Fire Group is a manufacturer of custom fire vehicles. With more than 25,000 vehicles in operation around the world. REV provides communities and companies with products that save lives and protect property and other assets. The KME & Ladder Tower division of REV Fire, located near Lancaster, Pa, is an industry leader in product innovation, bringing new technologies to the market that exceed our customers’ expectations. We employ people in Engineering who are passionate about firefighting, truck product development, advanced electronics, heavy manufacturing, and many other exciting engineering disciplines. We are proud to build highly custom products that are safe, efficient and reliable. We invite you to join our team. SCOPE: As an Engineer at REV Fire, you will be responsible for developing world-class, robust engineering solutions to the Fire Apparatus industry, including the design and development of systems installed on Fire Trucks that save lives all around the world. The Engineer is responsible for all stages of a product, from research and development, through design, test & evaluation, manufacturing, to aftermarket care and warranty support. The Engineer at REV Fire is a subject matter expert and is relied upon by other employees and customers for technical guidance and support.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering with a minimum of 3 years practical experience in a similar engineering position.
Expert in 3D CAD systems and tools –SolidWorks, Auto CAD, Inventor or equivalent.
Expert in general drawing, 3D modeling, drafting standards, and GD&T.
Versatile, flexible, and a willingness to adapt to changing priorities
Experience and ability to rapidly translate concepts into buildable models and designs both independently and as part of a team. Ability to rapidly develop detailed drawings, 3D models, and bills of materials for parts and assemblies.
Required engineering skills include both analytical and “hands-on” abilities
Extensive knowledge of applicable NFPA, ULC, FAMA, DOT, FMVSS and other regulatory guidelines.
Extensive experience in fire apparatus design, documentation, and lean manufacturing expertise in three or more of the primary functional areas: Aerials, Bodies, Cabs, Chassis, Electrical, Applications, Plumbing or Systems.
Skilled in technical calculations and analysis.
Knowledge of manufacturing processes with emphasis on metal fabrication / assemblies. Experience with and ability to apply DFM methodologies to deliver robust engineering packages emphasizing productivity in the manufacturing process.
Able to provide troubleshooting guidance to Field Service and Manufacturing technicians.
Experience with Supply Chain activities and ability to work directly with Tier II and III suppliers.
Ability to work independently, collaborate, or lead as needed on functioning teams.
Additional requirements as specified by department.
Knowledge and practical use of drawing and drafting standards is important, including applying Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) standards and department policies. Knowledge of manufacturing processes with emphasis on metal fabrication / assemblies will be required.

Responsibilities

Product Specification Development:
Participation in customer specification reviews and product planning meetings, initiating innovative solutions that meet customer, regulatory and company requirements.
Conducting research and analysis of customer design proposals, specifications, manuals, and other data to evaluate the feasibility, cost, and maintenance requirements of designs or applications.
Finalizing design requirements and system interface management and releasing engineering packages to Supply Chain and Operations. Responsible for initiating and leading detailed design reviews with cross-functional disciplines.
Design, Design Verification and Validation:
Developing plans to ensure compliance with regulatory standards, adopted engineering standards, and good engineering practices. Reviewing and critiquing proposed changes to engineering standards, policies or details.
Applying Design for Manufacturing (DFM) principles to enable ergonomic and efficient manufacturing.
Fulfilling customer requirements during design activities taking into consideration design rules and all applicable interface points.
Design, develop, or re-design new or existing productions of a moderate to complex nature through release, build, or validation processes.
Define, interpret, and establish specifications using customer requirements, engineering calculations, or layouts.
Creation of 3D models and drawing packages to be used to manufacture components.
Holding cross-functional design reviews as appropriate to solicit input to deliver a robust design that is producible, avoiding interferences and meeting all industry and company requirements.
Creating and managing indented Bills of Materials (BOMs), in adherence to company standards. Creating and using engineering configuration tools and design automation for creating accurate and compliant designs.
Defining, leading and executing cost saving projects through VA/VE initiatives.
Executing engineering changes through established processes and documentation.
Manufacturing and customer support:
Providing support during manufacturing to ensure quality and schedule commitments are met.
Utilizing problem solving techniques to determine root cause and resolution to technical problems. Methodologies include Six Sigma, 8D, 5-Why techniques.
Utilizing lean manufacturing principles to ensure efficient production.
All other duties as assigned.