Controls Engineer

SCOPE: As a Controls Engineer at E-ONE 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 E-ONE is a subject matter expert and is relied upon by other employees and customers for technical guidance and support.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• 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. Considering design rules and all applicable interface points.
  • Creation of 3D models and drawings to be used to manufacture components.
  • Verifying designs through use of calculations & other analytical techniques and tools.  Assisting designers in development of structurally sound products, using drafting tools or computer-assisted design/drafting and analysis tools.
  • Defining of test requirements and interpreting test results to validate designs.
  • 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.

OTHER DUTIES MAY INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

Ad-hoc production line or customer support as needed to maintain operational flow or resolve specific customer problems. Senior level positions may require leadership and/or supervision of a small group or department of other engineers or designers. Developing Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and providing guidance to others to ensure compliance with applicable regulatory standards – NFPA, DOT, FMVSS, CMVSS, ULC etc. Ability to mentor team members on design principles, regulatory standards etc.

TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED:

• PTC CREO parametric 3D and/or AutoCAD
• Windchill PDM/PLM
• PTC CREO Finite Element Analysis software
• Zuken or other harness/PCB design software
• Microsoft Office, SharePoint, PowerBI
• ERP systems for parts release: BAAN, Microsoft Dynamics365
• Design automation software e.g. RuleStream or DriveWorks.
• CoDeSys 3.5 & 2.3
• PowerVision
• Peak System CAN Analyzer

POSITION EXPECTATIONS:

1. SAFETY: Follow E-ONE General Health & Safety Rules, ensure safe operating conditions within area of responsibility, and notify coworkers and supervisors of hazardous acts and conditions. Proper use of PPE; use only defect-free equipment. Promote safety in the department. Use proper lifting techniques and overhead hoist when needed. Maintain clean and safe working environment in line with 5-S Philosophy. Participate in hazardous communication training and safety meetings.
2. QUALITY: Responsible for the quality of work. This requires defect-free work and understanding of the requirements of the company’s quality system as it pertains to job duties and responsibilities. Must be able to check work to ensure conformance to process control instructions, specifications, and quality standards. Identify and segregate non-conforming products. Identify the need for and assist in initiating and implementing corrective and preventive actions when appropriate.
3. FLEXIBILITY: Able and willing to work in other areas as needed. Must be flexible in taking lunch and breaks when workflow requires. Willing to work additional hours as necessary.
4. INITIATIVE: Actively participate in continuous improvement of products and processes to better serve customers and improve the overall profitability of E-ONE. Actively seek out work in other areas when the current assignment is complete. Make suggestions for improving product quality, processes, safety, and company profitability.
5. TEAMWORK: Positive working attitude toward other employees; be a team player. Work with others constructively and abide by company policies and procedures. Working together as a team for continuous improvement is vital to ensure the future of E-ONE and its employees. Teamwork will be required to be effective in daily production assignments as well as special improvement projects.
6. CAREER DEVELOPMENT: Attend and participate in a variety of meetings, training programs, and task force groups to integrate activities, communicate issues, obtain approvals, resolve problems, and maintain specific level of knowledge pertaining to changes to equipment or process, new developments, requirements, procedures, and policies.
7. LEADERSHIP: Lead the team, provide innovative thought leadership on strategies to grow market share, increase profitability, and meet long-term business goals.
8. ACTION-ORIENTED: Enjoy working hard; is action-oriented and energetic; not fearful of acting with a minimum of planning; seize more opportunities than others.
9. CONFLICT MANAGEMENT: Step up to conflicts, seeing them as opportunities; read situations quickly; good at focused listening; can hammer out tough agreements and settle disputes equitably; can find common ground and get cooperation.
10. DEALING WITH AMBIGUITY: Can effectively cope with change; can shift gears comfortably; can decide and act without having the total picture; isn’t upset when things are up in the air; doesn’t have to finish things before moving on; can comfortably handle risk and uncertainty.
11. DRIVE FOR RESULTS: Can be counted on to exceed goals successfully; is constantly and consistently one of the top performers; very bottom-line oriented; steadfastly pushes self and others for results.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in one of the following fields: Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Software Engineering or Systems Engineering.
• 1+ years or more of practical experience preferred.
• Proficiency in CAD systems – CREO and/or Auto CAD.
• Must have detailed knowledge of manufacturing processes, especially Automotive or Commercial Trucks manufacturing, with emphasis on circuit and electrical diagnosis.
• Must have exposure to electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic routines related to the manufacture and design of emergency vehicles or mobile equipment.
• Thorough understanding of design and drafting techniques, manufacturing processes, lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, DFMA processes and Brainstorming techniques.
• Will need a thorough understanding of FMVH, SAE, NEC, NESC, NFPA, FAA, FMVSS, ICAO standards and ISO guidelines.
• Must be proficient in Harness and Electrical Circuits Design Software like Zuken, VeSys, Capital Harness Designer etc.
• Must be proficient in Automotive CAN-Communication Networks principles, multiplexing technology, and programming.
• Thorough understanding of circuit boards, processors, chips, and electronic test equipment (Oscilloscope, etc.).  

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, and sit. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision and the ability to adjust focus.

REV Group is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity. The Company conducts all employment practices without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran's status, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other basis prohibited by law. REV Group also undertakes affirmative action to assure equal employment opportunities for minorities and women, for persons with disabilities, and for protected veterans. 

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