Engineer – Product Safety & Reliability

Oshkosh Corporation

Product safety and reliability engineer supporting JLG’s specialty access equipment. Investigating field incidents, reviewing compliance, and assisting litigation and customer safety matters.

Posted 8/4/2026full-timeHagerstown • Maryland, Pennsylvania • 🇺🇸 United StatesJunior💰 $64,500 - $103,500 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in conducting field accident investigations and performing functional checks on products, with a strong focus on technical writing and compliance with safety standards. Capable of managing confidential information and collaborating with various departments to enhance product safety and reliability.

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Field Accident InvestigationTechnical WritingProduct Safety ComplianceElectro-Mechanical EngineeringOSHA Regulations

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Hard Skills

Functional Checks3D ScanningDocumenting InvestigationsResearch and DiscoveryStandards Compliance ReviewTechnical SpecificationsEngineering AnalysisSafety Bulletins PreparationIncident DocumentationMechatronics

Soft Skills

Effective OrganizationCommunication SkillsMultitaskingDiscretion

Tools & Technologies

Photographic DocumentationVideo AnalysisField Service Bulletins

Certifications & Qualifications

U.S. Person Status (ITAR/EAR)

Industry Keywords

JLG ProductsJerr-Dan ProductsCSAAEMANSI

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AEM

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist and facilitate field accident and incident investigations for JLG and Jerr-Dan products
Travel, sometimes on short notice, to conduct on-site inspections and document investigations using photographs, videos, 3D scanning, and other required means
Become a trained operator and perform functional checks of products during incident investigations
Assist with research and discovery processes for litigation matters
Interact with company departments and outside entities on litigation matters
Initiate interaction with Engineering and other departments on product safety and reliability matters
Prepare Field Service Bulletins, Service Information, and related materials
Review new products for standards compliance
Review technical publications and marketing materials from a product safety perspective and recommend revisions or escalation
Represent the company in Government/Trade Association matters involving OSHA, CSA, AEM, ANSI, and others
Respond to JLG customers and end users regarding machine application, safe use, repairs, and technical specifications
Assist with departmental programs as assigned
Handle confidential and legally sensitive information with discretion, preserve evidence, and maintain accurate, factual documentation

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, science, or related field
Internship experience or 6 plus months of related work experience
Ability to travel up to 50%, sometimes on short notice
Education or experience focused on electro-mechanical, mechatronics, electrical, or mechanical engineering
Internship, co-op, or up to three years of related engineering experience preferred
Ability to multitask with effective organization and communication skills
Strong technical writing skills
Ability to document observations clearly, objectively, and accurately
Ability to handle confidential and legally sensitive information with discretion
Certain positions may require U.S. Person status under ITAR or EAR regulations

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive total rewards package
People-first culture
Opportunities to support team member growth and success
Career development and ownership opportunities
Reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities