What are the responsibilities and job description for the Manufacturing Engineer position at Federal Signal?
Job Summary
The Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, and continuously improving manufacturing processes to ensure products are produced safely, efficiently, and to required quality standards. This role works closely with Design Engineering, Production, Quality, and Maintenance teams to optimize fit, form, function, cost, and manufacturability while supporting Lean and continuous improvement initiatives across the facility.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Determine and develop manufacturing processes, equipment requirements, tooling, and workflows to produce products in an economical and efficient manner while maintaining fit, form, function, and quality standards.
- Collaborate with Design Engineering to improve product designs for manufacturability, cost reduction, quality enhancement, and production efficiency.
- Lead and support process improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies.
- Provide clear documentation, work instructions, and standard operating procedures (SOPs) to support production teams.
- Train and communicate process changes, new equipment usage, and revised work methods to supervisors and shop personnel.
- Investigate, evaluate, and recommend new equipment, tooling, or technology to improve manufacturing processes, safety, capacity, and quality.
- Process Engineering Change Notices (ECNs) in a timely manner and ensure effective communication of changes to all affected departments.
- Review and process Engineering Change Requests (ECRs), evaluating the impact on safety, quality, cost, and production efficiency to ensure changes align with company objectives.
- Analyze current and proposed manufacturing processes to identify and implement improvements that enhance workplace safety and ergonomics.
- Support root cause analysis and corrective actions related to production issues, quality concerns, and process deviations.
- Partner with Production, Quality, and Maintenance teams to resolve manufacturing challenges and reduce downtime, scrap, and rework.
Qualifications
Education & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
- 2–5 years of experience in a manufacturing or heavy fabrication environment preferred.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, fabrication methods, and production workflows.
- Experience with Lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, and process optimization.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and bills of material.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and root cause analysis skills.
- Effective communication skills with the ability to work cross-functionally with engineering, production, and shop personnel.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with Syte-Line/SolidWorks systems preferred.
Benefits:
• Medical, Dental, Vision-multiple plans to choose from
• Company paid Life Insurance
• STD (Short Term Disability)
• LTD (Long Term Disability)
• 401(k)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Account
• PTO (Paid Time Off
• Gain Share Bonus Program
• Reimbursement for safety boots and prescription safety glasses
• Tuition assistance
• 9 company paid holidays
Who we are:
1,000 distributors and dealers, across North America
11 major brands
Industry-leading technology, management team, and performance
High quality products including military-spec dump bodies for the US Armed Forces
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: www.federalsignal.com.
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 662-438-7814. All other applications must be submitted online.