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Electrical Engineer

Rosenbauer South Dakota
Full-time
On-site
Wyoming, Minnesota, United States

ROSENBAUER STATEMENT

At Rosenbauer we pride ourselves on providing top-of-the-line fire apparatus, created with state-of-the-art technology for more than 150 years because when lives are at stake anything less is unacceptable. As the world’s largest manufacturer of fire equipment, we make sure our vehicles, production teams, and service personnel are ready to do what is necessary to keep communities safe. If you have what it takes and want to be part of our always growing Rosenbauer family, we want to hear from you!

POSITION SUMMARY

The Engineer-Electrical will design, develop, and test the electrical systems related to firetrucks. Electrical engineering is responsible for turning ideas for products into functional prototypes and eventual production. The position will support advanced engineering designs, production designs, and issue evaluation and resolution using engineering tools with efficient and affordable processes.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

All employees are required to support Rosenbauer’s Mission, Vision, and Values. The following are the essential duties of this position and do not include marginal functions that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. The scope and duties of a given position may change or be temporarily altered based on the business needs of Rosenbauer.

1. Develops, maintains, and ensures conformance to corporate, customer, and regulatory electrical sub-system specifications and performance requirements of existing products.

2. Initiates and implements integrated hardware and software solutions to meet respective sub-system performance specifications while improving value by increasing quality and performance or by reducing costs.

3. Coordinates and participates in developing products with other departments including Manufacturing, Purchasing, Service, Sales, and Marketing.

4. Develops, executes, and monitors lab and field performance test programs; gathers and analyzes data to monitor product and component performance.

5. Accumulates product application expertise.

6. Acts as a technical resource to other departments including Manufacturing, Purchasing, Service, Sales, and Marketing to address and resolve inquiries and problems.

7. Maintains contact with suppliers and purchasing to evaluate new products and ensure parts received meet quality standards.

8. Develops and implements corrective action in accordance with QMS procedures.

9. Prepares and updates product and quality specifications.

10. Review Quality Audit records and analyze customer returns to assess product conformance to specifications.

11. Maintains regulatory agency approvals.

12. Prioritizes and manages multiple projects and objectives as well as handling unscheduled tasks.

13. Prepares and presents project status reports.

14. Performs other duties and responsibilities as required by management to meet the needs of the company.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES (KSA’S):

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Knowledge, Education, and/or Experience:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering preferred.
  • 0-3 years of experience working with automotive electronics required.
  • Experience in heavy truck electrical systems and/or automotive electrical systems preferred.
  • Product data management utilizing CAD and PDM systems preferred.
  • Experience with vehicle electric DC & AC generation and supply preferred.
  • Experience with J1939 or other CAN bus protocols and wiring preferred.
  • Knowledge and application of design for manufacturing and design for service preferred.
  • Knowledge of firefighting processes and equipment preferred.

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Skills:

Language:

  • Able to find, read, and interpret relevant scientific and technical documentation and standards.
  • Able to actively participate in engineering discussions by listening, asking relevant questions, and suggesting solutions to problems.
  • Able to follow written and verbal directions and communicate new information that could affect project trajectories.

Math:

  • Able to interpret and extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form, and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

Computer:

  • Intermediate experience with Microsoft Suite required.
  • Experience with Visio and schematic drawing software required.

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Abilities:

  • Able to deal with problems involving a variety of variables in standardized situations.
  • Able to apply analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong attention to detail.
  • Able to prioritize work and to multitask while adhering to deadlines.
  • Able to work with minimal supervision in a team environment.
  • Able to understand and follow all safety policies to promote a safe working environment for all.

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS

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Driving- license

x

Driving company vehicle as needed.

Driving- Own Vehicle

x

Hours of work- Ability to work evenings and/or weekends occasionally

X

As needed on occasions that would call for it to support project goals or production needs.

Travel- Local

x

Local meetings, tradeshows, or other department/industry related events.

Travel-Overnight

x

As needed for industry trade shoes or travel to other locations.

Travel- Prolonged Periods

Qualifications- Other

EOE, including disability/veterans.