New Development Product Engineer

Join the Team That Builds Life-Saving Vehicles

Why Life Line?

At Life Line, you won t just build parts - you ll help build ambulances that save lives every day. When you join our team, you become part of something bigger. We foster a supportive, team-oriented environment where your skills grow, your hard work is valued, and your contributions truly make a difference.

Are you passionate about product development, compliance, and innovation in the automotive or emergency vehicle industry?

Do you enjoy working with cross-functional teams to ensure products meet the highest standards? If so, Life Line Emergency Vehicles is looking for a New Product Development - Regulatory Engineer to play a key role in designing and validating our cutting-edge ambulances.

This onsite position is based in Sumner, Iowa , where you will collaborate with engineering, production, and quality teams to ensure our vehicles meet rigorous industry standards. The position will be the owner of regulatory compliance, as well as being involved with the design of new product developments.

We are seeking an entry-level NPD - Regulatory Engineer with a degree in Mechanical Engineering - to join our team. The ideal candidate will have 0-3 years of experience, a hands-on approach to problem solving, and an entrepreneurial mindset . This position offers the opportunity to contribute to the design, testing, and development of innovative ambulance products while ensuring compliance with industry standards such as K-spec, NFPA, and CAAS.

Key Responsibilities

Specifications Compliance

Ensure all ambulance designs and modifications comply with industry standards such as K-spec, NFPA, and CAAS. Collaborate with engineering and design teams to integrate these standards into product development, ensuring safety, quality, and functionality.

Monitor and review industry specifications regularly, staying current with updates and revisions. Proactively adjust designs, documentation, and processes to maintain compliance with evolving requirements.

Testing and Validation

Coordinate and manage testing for chassis and new product developments, ensuring processes are completed on time, efficiently, and in accordance with applicable standards.

Analyze testing data to identify issues and opportunities for improvement. Provide actionable recommendations and work with cross-functional teams to implement enhancements that optimize performance and quality.

Liaise with external regulatory agencies and coordinate submissions.

Train staff on regulatory requirements and best practices.

New Product Development

Partner with the production and quality teams to support the entire product development lifecycle. Maintain strong communication channels to address challenges and align efforts across departments.

Contribute innovative ideas in collaborative sessions, balancing creativity with compliance. Support the development of new solutions that enhance product functionality, design, and user experience.

Evaluate dealer customization requests, assessing feasibility within design and production constraints. Prepare cost estimates and ensure proposals align with production timelines and budget expectations.

Perform engineering calculations and design analysis, including FEA.

Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

Bachelor s degree in Mechanical Engineering

0-3 years of relevant experience

Exposure to CAD systems

Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint

Strong mechanical aptitude, demonstrated through hands-on project work or prior experience

Entrepreneurial spirit and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment

Willingness to travel periodically to suppliers, testing facilities, and trade shows

Experience with electrical systems would be beneficial

Preferred Experience

Familiarity with K-spec, NFPA, and CAAS standards

Ability to clearly explain technical concepts to non-technical audiences

Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects

Understanding of testing protocols and certification processes

Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications

Work Environment

Manufacturing and fabrication shop environment

Exposure to welding fumes, sparks, noise, and heavy components

PPE required

Physical Requirements

Ability to stand, walk, grip, reach, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crawl, lift, move and carry

Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus

Ability to use your senses of sight, touch, sound and smell

Contingencies of Employment

Successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen and physical examination

Successful completion of a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check, if applicable to the position

Equal Opportunity Employer

Life Line is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status.