The Engineering Manager - Fire Apparatus Design provides strategic leadership for engineering activities supporting Fire Equipment Services (FES), including new apparatus manufacturing, refurbishments, remounts, product development, and engineering standards. The role leads engineering staff, establishes best practices, ensures compliance with industry standards, and partners with manufacturing, service, sales, and operations to deliver high-quality fire apparatus.
Essential Functions & Core Responsibilities:
Lead and develop engineering staff. Establish engineering standards and document control. Review engineering drawings, BOMs, and design changes. Support manufacturing, refurbishments, remounts, and product development. Design apparatus bodies, tanks, pump modules, electrical systems, and chassis integrations. Provide technical support across operations. Ensure compliance with NFPA, FAMA, DOT, NHTSA, FMVSS, and OSHA. Manage engineering schedules and continuous improvement initiatives. Support recruiting and performance development. Collaborate with crossfunctional teams.
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor degree in Engineering or related field. 10+ years engineering experience with fire apparatus or heavy truck manufacturing. 3+ years leading engineering teams. Advanced SolidWorks and AutoCAD proficiency. Strong project management and leadership skills. Preferred Education, Certifications, and/or Experience Refurbishment/remount experience. SolidWorks PDM and NetSuite ERP experience. Knowledge of GD&T, FEA and ECO processes. PE license preferred.
Why This Role Matters:
This role ensures FES delivers innovative, compliant, and high-quality fire apparatus while building engineering capability and supporting sustainable organizational growth.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
At Safe Industries, we believe in the value of your unique identity, background, and experiences. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status or any other status protected by the law. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation due to a disability at any stage of the employment application process should contact Human Resources.
Benefits:
Medical Dental Vision Wellness Program Life Insurance Long Term Disability PTO Holidays 401K vested on day 1; 5% employer match Easley, SC Onsite About Safe Industries At Safe Industries, our values shape how we work, lead, and serve. We put Service First, approaching every decision with a commitment to support our teammates, customers, and communities. We are Built for Others, believing success comes from teamwork, shared responsibility, and standing alongside those who serve others. We Own the Outcome, taking accountability from start to finish and following through until the mission is complete. And we Stay Ready, preparing with discipline, urgency, and continuous improvement so we can be counted on when it matters most. If you're driven by service, collaboration, accountability, and readiness, you'll find a team committed to making a meaningful impact every day.
