Engineering Manager

Key Responsibilities:

Plans and formulates aspects of research and development proposals such as Concept, Feasibility Study, Budget (Cost and Time), Scope of Work, equipment and human resource requirements

Oversees key projects, processes and performance reports, data and analysis.

Selects, develops, trains and supervises staff

Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, schematics, or computer-generated reports

Provide technical direction to other engineers or engineering support personnel

Direct, review, or approve project design changes

Develops, determines and implements policies, procedures and programs

Selects correct design concepts and fundamental technology used for new products or improvement for existing ones

Reviews and analyzes proposals submitted to determine if benefits derived and possible applications justify expenditures

Approves and submits proposals considered feasible to management for consideration and allocation of funds or allocates funds from the department budget

Develops and implements methods and procedures for monitoring projects such as preparation of records of expenditures and research findings, progress reports, and staff conferences to inform management of current status of each project

Working with the manufacturing, operations and quality manager, reviews and monitors quality and process improvements and new product development

Directs the review of production costs and product quality

Directs preparation of accounting records for budgetary, production efficiency or other such purposes

Recommends budgets to management, including staff use, technology, facility and equipment requirements or improvements

Negotiates contracts with consulting firms to perform research or other applicable studies or support

Conduct Annual Reviews for engineering team members and approve time-off

Must be willing and able to travel up to 15% Requirements:

Must have a Bachelor's degree with seven to 10 years' related experience or training, or Master's degree with four to six years' related experience or training

Project Management experience

Must be highly proficient in the use of SolidWorks, preferably in the design of sheet metal

Experience with Technical instructions/writing for building new models

Knowledgeable with Scope of Work (SOW)

Experienced with stage gate review and problem-solving analysis

Experience documenting bill of materials

Financial Management

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 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 . All other applications must be submitted online.

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