Project Engineer (Mechanical)

Oshkosh Corporation•Clearwater, FL

23h•$82,900 - $134,300

About The Position

As a Project Engineer at Frontline Communications, a division of Pierce Manufacturing and part of Oshkosh Corporation, you will turn customer ideas into innovative, real-world solutions by designing reliable, cost-effective military shelters and custom communications vehicles. You will work directly with customers, lead mechanical design development, and create bills of material and engineering documentation to move projects from concept through production. You will also drive design improvements by simplifying products, reducing costs, eliminating waste, and building quality into every detail. The role combines office-based administrative duties with physical activity in field or production environments. Office work may involve extended computer use, sitting, and meetings. Field or floor work may involve walking across varied terrain or shop floors, standing, moderate lifting up to 50 pounds, climbing stairs, and exposure to varying temperatures or noise. The role requires shifting between detailed cognitive work and occasional physical tasks. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in mechanical engineering or a related concentration.
Five years of related work experience.

Nice To Haves

Experience designing specialty vehicles with completed interiors.
Experience working with military customers and government contractors.
Basic knowledge of hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, and HVAC systems, including sizing, airflow, and ductwork.
Experience with manufacturing processes such as fabrication, machining, and sheet-metal weldments.
Experience with Lean Manufacturing principles, including value streams, 5S, the seven general types of waste, and project planning.
Strong organizational skills for planning multiple concurrent projects and managing revision control.
Ability and desire to take ownership of a product line and understand all facets of the build process.
Comfort interacting directly with customers throughout presales, delivery, installation, and aftermarket support.
Ability to maintain relationships with customers and vendors.
Knowledge of international shipping restrictions, standards, and methods.
Knowledge of electrical devices, cable routing, conduit fill, NEC code, and regional power differences.
Familiarity with NFPA 101 Life Safety, NFPA 70 National Electrical Code, NFPA 72 National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code, EM-385-1-1 Safety and Health Requirements, and DODI 8500.01 and DOD 5220.22 security requirements.

Responsibilities

Work with sales and customers to develop statements of work and proposals.
Generate bills of material, detailed drawings, assembly drawings, installation drawings, operations manuals, and technical illustrations as required by project specifications.
Use MRP tools to create and change parts and bills of material, and to manage routings.
Use engineering tools such as AutoCAD, DraftSight, and SolidWorks.
Apply dimensions and tolerances as necessary to ensure proper assembly fit.
Adhere to production schedules.
Follow projects from concept through production and provide assistance as needed.
Conform to drafting standards and department policies.
Prepare engineering change notices.
Consult and coordinate with suppliers.
Communicate and collaborate with engineering coworkers to keep them informed about customer requests and changes.
Assist the Customer Service Team with requirements for fielded systems.
Pursue continuous learning and self-development in day-to-day work and the mechanical engineering profession.
Check own work and the work of others, and work independently with minimal direction.