RBM Mechanical Engineering Manager- Chassis

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. When lives are at stake anything less is unacceptable. As the worlds 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.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Chassis Engineering Manager-Mechanical will play a key role in contributing to Rosenbauer Americas development of new products. In this role you will be responsible for driving the technical strategies and development of the Chassis Sub-System utilizing system engineering processes. In support of all Rosenbauer America Products you will be responsible to manage a team to develop integrated hardware solutions to meet your sub-system performance cost and schedule requirements. Responsibilities will also include leading and supporting products research and development projects.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

All employees are required to support Rosenbauers 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. Supervise coach and maintain adequate staff to accomplish the Rosenbauer America Engineering team goals. Identify changes in resource needs with justification.
2. Plan coordinate supervise and monitor progress of projects to successful conclusions which includes manpower budget timing and performance goals.
3. Develop and implement consistent processes to manage the products and data across the RBA engineering team. Identify and implement continuous improvement ideas.
4. Review Product specifications for implementation feasibility and advise on better performing higher quality solutions when applicable
5. Direct the management and maintenance of your sub-systems BoMs and the management of the data within a PDM and a CAD system.
6. Direct appropriate analysis and/or tests to ensure performance durability and safety criteria are met.
7. Understand and apply vehicle regulatory requirements and standards such as FMVSS SAE NFPA etc. to ensure our product designs are compliant.
8. Act as an internal product specialist in support of your core technology development team and drive development of best practices and processes associated with your core technology.
9. Coordinates product and processes with other departments including Manufacturing Purchasing Service and Sales & Marketing.
10. Prioritizes and manages multiple projects and objectives as well as handling unscheduled tasks.
11. Lead the team in analysis and problem-solving techniques to develop products and address issues.
12. Communicate and coordinate effectively with Rosenbauer America leadership team other product development engineering teams and all cross functional teams.
13. Performs other duties and responsibilities as required by management to meet the needs of the organization.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skill and/or ability required to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

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Knowledge Education and/or Experience:

• Bachelors Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience required.
• Masters degree in Engineering preferred.
• 5 years of related experience in heavy truck and/or automotive systems required.
• Understanding of manufacturing processes for efficient assembly and serviceability preferred.
• Knowledge of firefighting processes and equipment preferred.
• Previous experience managing a group 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:

• Able to perform intermediate PC functions including the use of spreadsheet tables and formulas.
• Able to work within Microsoft Office SolidWorks and CAD.

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Abilities:

• Able to deal with problems involving a variety of variables in non-standard situations.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Able to understand and apply an engineering development process.
• 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

CHECK IF APPLIES

Give Examples as Necessary

Driving- license

x

May need to travel off site for tradeshows meetings or company related events.

Driving- Own Vehicle

x

May need to travel off site for tradeshows meetings or company related events

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

x

Overtime as needed to meet the needs of the department.

Travel- Local

x

May need to travel for local meetings/tradeshows.

Travel- Overnight

x

May need to travel overnight for meetings tradeshows or visiting other Rosenbauer locations.

Travel- Prolonged Periods

x

May need to travel off site for tradeshows meetings or company related events

Qualifications- Other

EOE including disability/veterans.

We offer comprehensive benefits including multiple health insurance options HSA/FSA with employer contributions dental and vision coverage life and disability insurance a 401(k) with company match generous PTO and paid holidays wellness incentives and tuition reimbursement.