Project Engineer (Mechanical)

About Frontline, an Oshkosh company

Frontline Communications, a division of Pierce Manufacturing, has been the leading custom communications vehicle manufacturer since 1985 and has built over 2,500 highly customized vehicles for this industry. Our team members design and manufacture high-quality, reliable broadcast and communications vehicles for electronic news gathering, satellite uplink, field production, bonded cellular Live&Drive, and weather reporting applications without the use of subcontractors, all under one roof. As part of the Oshkosh family, we have the unique ability to leverage our manufacturing, procurement and engineering resources across the breadth of our organization, making our products truly unique and built for breakthrough.

As a Project Engineer at Frontline Communications, you'll turn customer ideas into innovative, real-world solutions by designing reliable, cost-effective military shelters and custom communications vehicles. Work directly with customers to bring their vision to life, lead mechanical design development, and create bills of material and engineering documentation that keep projects moving from concept to production. You'll also drive design improvements by simplifying products, reducing costs, eliminating waste, and building quality into every detail.

YOUR IMPACT:

These duties are not meant to be all-inclusive and other duties may be assigned:

• Works with sales and customer to develop statement of work proposal
• Generate bills of material, detailed drawings, assembly drawings, installation drawings, operations manuals, and technical illustrations as required by project specifications
• Utilize various MRP tools for part and BOM creation/changes, and routings
• Utilize various engineering tools, i.e. AutoCad, DraftSight, and SolidWorks
• Apply dimensions and tolerances as necessary to ensure proper assembly fit
• Adhere to production schedule
• Follow project from concept through production and render assistance if necessary
• Conform to drafting standards and department policies
• Prepare engineering change notices
• Consult and coordinate with suppliers
• Communicate and collaborate with engineering co-workers to ensure everyone is informed of customer requests and changes
• Assist Customer Service Team with fielded systems requirements
• Continuous learning and self-development in both the day to day work, and the profession of Mechanical Engineering
• Checks own work and that of others and works independently with minimal direction

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor of Science Degree in mechanical engineering or related concentration.
• Five years of related work experience.

STANDOUT QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience designing specialty vehicles with completed interiors
• Experience working with military customers and government contractors
• Basic knowledge of hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, and HVAC systems (sizing, air flow, and duct work)
• Experience with manufacturing processes such as fabricating, machining, and sheet metal weldments
• Experience in Lean Manufacturing principals such as value streams, 5S, 7 general types of waste, and project planning
• Great organizational skills regarding the planning of multiple concurrent projects and revision control
• Ability and desire to take ownership of product line and understand all facets of build process
• Comfortable talking and interacting directly with customers throughout entire process, from presales, to delivery and installation, and aftermarket support
• Ability to maintain relationships with both customers and vendors
• Knowledge of international shipping restrictions, standards, and methods
• Knowledge of electrical devices, cable routing, conduit fill, NEC code, regional power differences
• Familiarization with
  • NFPA 101 Life Safety
  • NFPA 70 National Electrical Code
  • NFPA 72 National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code
  • EM-385-1-1 Safety and Health Requirements
  • DODI 8500.01, DOD 5220.22 Security requirements

WORKING CONDITIONS:

The following represents general working conditions for this role. Specific conditions may vary depending on business needs and individual circumstances.

• This role combines office-based administrative duties with physical activity in field or production environments.

• In the office setting, tasks may require extended computer use, sitting, and attending meetings.

• Field or floor work may involve walking across various terrains or shop floors, standing, moderate lifting (up to 50 pounds), climbing stairs, and exposure to varying temperatures or noise levels.

• Must be able to shift focus between detailed cognitive work and occasional physical tasks as needed.

• Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified individuals with disabilities to support performance across both office and field responsibilities.

Pay Range:

The above pay range reflects the minimum and maximum target pay for the position across all U.S. locations. Within this range, individual pay is determined by various factors, including the scope and responsibilities of the role, the candidate's experience, education and skills, as well as the equity of pay among team members in similar positions. Beyond offering a competitive total rewards package, we prioritize a people-first culture and offer various opportunities to support team member growth and success.

Oshkosh is committed to working with and offering reasonable accommodation to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to disability for any part of the employment process, please contact us at [email protected].

Oshkosh Corporation is a merit-based Equal Opportunity Employer. Job opportunities are open for application to all qualified individuals and selection decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristic. To the extent that information is provided or collected regarding categories as provided by law it will in no way affect the decision regarding an employment application.

Oshkosh Corporation will not discharge or in any manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with Oshkosh Corporation's legal duty to furnish information.

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