New Development Product Engineer
About The Position
Life Line Emergency Vehicles is seeking an entry-level NPD - Regulatory Engineer with a degree in Mechanical Engineering to join their team. This onsite position is based in Sumner, Iowa. The role involves collaborating with engineering, production, and quality teams to ensure vehicles meet rigorous industry standards. The engineer will be responsible for regulatory compliance and will also be involved in the design of new product developments. The ideal candidate will have 0-3 years of experience, a hands-on approach to problem-solving, and an entrepreneurial mindset. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to the design, testing, and development of innovative ambulance products while ensuring compliance with industry standards such as K-spec, NFPA, and CAAS.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering
- 0–3 years of relevant experience
- Exposure to CAD systems
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
- Strong mechanical aptitude, demonstrated through hands-on project work or prior experience
- Entrepreneurial spirit and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
- Willingness to travel periodically to suppliers, testing facilities, and trade shows
Nice To Haves
- Familiarity with K-spec, NFPA, and CAAS standards
- Ability to clearly explain technical concepts to non-technical audiences
- Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects
- Understanding of testing protocols and certification processes
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications
- Experience with electrical systems would be beneficial
Responsibilities
- Ensure all ambulance designs and modifications comply with industry standards such as K-spec, NFPA, and CAAS.
- Collaborate with engineering and design teams to integrate these standards into product development, ensuring safety, quality, and functionality.
- Monitor and review industry specifications regularly, staying current with updates and revisions.
- Proactively adjust designs, documentation, and processes to maintain compliance with evolving requirements.
- Coordinate and manage testing for chassis and new product developments, ensuring processes are completed on time, efficiently, and in accordance with applicable standards.
- Analyze testing data to identify issues and opportunities for improvement.
- Provide actionable recommendations and work with cross-functional teams to implement enhancements that optimize performance and quality.
- Liaise with external regulatory agencies and coordinate submissions.
- Train staff on regulatory requirements and best practices.
- Partner with the production and quality teams to support the entire product development lifecycle.
- Maintain strong communication channels to address challenges and align efforts across departments.
- Contribute innovative ideas in collaborative sessions, balancing creativity with compliance.
- Support the development of new solutions that enhance product functionality, design, and user experience.
- Evaluate dealer customization requests, assessing feasibility within design and production constraints.
- Prepare cost estimates and ensure proposals align with production timelines and budget expectations.
- Perform engineering calculations and design analysis, including FEA.
- Other duties as assigned
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
