• Mechanical Engineer

    Skyline Products (Colorado Springs, CO)


     

    Founded in 1970, Skyline Products has been a trusted designer and manufacturer of cutting-edge signage solutions for over 40 years. We serve the transportation and petroleum industries, partnering with leading fuel retailers and government agencies to create signage that is Designed to be Bold, Engineered to Last. From electronic highway signs to gas station LED and scroll price signs, our products shape how information is communicated in the real world.

     

    • Location: Colorado Springs, CO

    • Employment Type: Full Time

    • Department: Engineering

    • Industry: Transportation & Petroleum Sign Solutions

     

    Salary:  $80,000 - $100,000

    ROLE SYNOPSIS

    Skyline Products is adding an experienced Mechanical Design/Project Engineer to join the Product Design Department in Colorado Springs, CO.  Mechanical systems design of large LED/electronic highway information signs as well as gas station LED/electronic and scroll gas price signs.

    KEY RESPONSIBILITIES/ACCOUNTABILITIES

    + Structural design

    + Internal thermal performance

    + Wind loading performance

    + Materials engineering

    + Finite Element Analysis (FEA) for structural and thermal performance

    + Design for Manufacturability

    + Design for Reliability

    + Electro-Mechanical Design specific to module (such as power supply) thermal performance, wire harness routing, module placement, etc.

    + Candidate will work individually and as part of a team to develop new products, support existing products, test and evaluate equipment, and provide technical assistance as needed within the Controls Engineering team with the primary focus to be on both product engineering support and new product development

    + Candidate will coordinate project work internally within the department and externally with other departments (Manufacturing, Manufacturing Engineering, Testing, Purchasing, Marketing, Accounting, etc.) to ensure on-time completion of projects within budget

    + Receives moderate to minimal supervision on most or all aspects of each project and is expected to meet all deadlines on time and within budget

    + Documentation of designs (i.e. assembly instructions, editing of manuals, etc.)

    + Experience with AASHTO Standard Specifications for Structural Supports for Highway Signs, Luminaires, and Traffic Signals.

    + Preferred – Experience with M2M, (or an equivalent ERP software)

    ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS

    + BS Degree in Mechanical Engineering (BSME)

    + Proficient in creating engineering drawings for both internal and external manufacture.

    + Experience writing design change notices.

    + BOM creation and maintenance.

    + Ability to handle multiple large scale design projects simultaneously.

    + A practical and theoretical background in wire harness / cable routing and enclosure design, manufacturing, and applications is required.

    + Software skills preferably using solid modeling, CAD (SolidWorks and 3DVia preferred), FEA (thermal and/or mechanical), Excel and other engineering design tools.

    + Skilled at written and verbal communication whether dealing with internal or external customers.

    + Willing to work in a manufacturing environment occasionally working on the manufacturing floor evaluating designs.

    + Ability to build peer relationships with mechanical engineering and electrical engineering disciplines as well as manufacturing personnel.

    + Team-oriented, ethical, and customer-focused approach to engineering.

    PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS

    + Experience with projects involved in solving unique technical problems is a strong plus

    + Some experience in electrical fundamentals, finite element stress and/or thermal analysis, and vibration theory and analysis is a plus

    OTHER DETAILS

    + This position is open only to candidates eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship

    + Approximately 5% travel is expected

     

    Ready to shape the future with Skyline?

     

    Join a company where precision meets purpose. Apply now and bring your craftsmanship to a team that values quality, innovation, and excellence in every cut.

     

    At Skyline Products, we believe our people deserve more than just a paycheck. That’s why we offer a robust benefits package designed to support your health, well-being, and future:

     

    + Comprehensive Health Coverage – Medical, dental, and vision plans to keep you and your family thriving.

    + Future-Proof Your Finances – 401(k) with a generous company match to help grow your retirement savings.

    + Peace of Mind – Company-paid life and disability insurance, plus optional coverage for hospital stays, critical illness, and accidents.

    + Recharge and Refresh – Enjoy paid holidays, vacation time, and personal time off so you can take care of what matters most.

     

    Skyline Products is an Equal Opportunity Employer; all decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other legally protected status.

     

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