Fleet Engineer

1 Utah Transit Authority; United States; On-site; USD 81,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision, life/AD&D

Paid time off 22 days

Paid holidays 10

Tuition reimbursement

Free transit passes

Job summary

Utah Transit Authority (UTA) is seeking an experienced engineering professional to support multiple units with complex transit vehicle maintenance. The role focuses on repair/retrofit programs, quality assurance, and supervising inspections during manufacturing.

You will analyze propulsion, electrical, HVAC, and braking systems, perform problem solving with operators and technicians, and travel for on-site inspections while maintaining rigorous safety standards.

Qualifications

• Four years progressive heavy duty diesel/electrical maintenance experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in a technical field applicable to transit vehicle maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Solve complex maintenance issues for rail and related equipment.
• Develop and implement repair/retrofit/overhaul processes and standards.
• Inspect during contractor manufacturing and perform on-site tests and QA checks.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

MS Word

Excel

Problem solving

Confidential information handling

Complex technical analysis

Ability to travel for on-site inspects

Vehicle operation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a scientific discipline

Tools

Siemens

Knorr

Wabtec

Allison

Detroit Diesel

Cummins

Luminator

Webasto

Wabco

Job description

Functions as an engineering resource for all business units. Solves highly complex multiple/concurrent commuter rail, light rail, passenger coach , maintenance shop, supply chain and other technical assignments. Develops repair/retrofit/overhaul processes. Develops repair and capital improvement process control standards and directs, supervises, or performs resident inspections during the contractor manufacturing processes. Provides training on routine and complex maintenance issues with operators, supervisors, managers, and technicians in performing repairs/retrofits as part of unique engineering projects. Provides problem solving guidance for all business units and Supply Chain. Manages resident inspections during the manufacture of new passenger equipment. Designs and manages quality assurance and preventative maintenance (PM) audits. Evaluates performance of vendors, manufacturers, and suppliers. Develops cost estimates, budgets, and pay back schedules for vehicle retrofits. Designs and performs or supervises acceptance tests and check-in procedures on newly delivered passenger vehicles. Conducts research on technical advances in large vehicle manufacturing processes and systems. Maintains complex computer software and hardware required to maintain a modern fleet of sophisticated passenger transit vehicles.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION/TRAINING:

Bachelor’s degree in a scientific discipline (e.g. math, chemistry, computer science, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering or other technical field) applicable to transit vehicle maintenance.

Must have a valid Utah driver's license, and be a safe driver with no more than two moving violations in the past three years.

Cannot have any violation of driving under the influence of alcohol, any drug, or the combined influence of any alcohol or any drug within the last ten years.

EXPERIENCE:

Four years progressive heavy duty diesel/electrical maintenance experience. Two years acceptable performance as a Maintenance Technician preferred.

Knowledge:

Working knowledge of transit vehicle technical systems including electrical, propulsion, HVAC, brakes, cooling, and transmission.

Skills:

Demonstrated good written and verbal communication skills. Intermediate proficiency in MS Word and Excel preferred. Demonstrated proficiency in operating and troubleshooting computer systems on transit vehicles (e.g. Siemens, Knorr, Wabtec, Allison, Detroit Diesel, Cummins, Luminator, Webasto, Wabco, etc.).

Ability to:

• Handle materials and information of a confidential nature.
• Analyze complex technical problems and find solutions.
• Effectively and sensitively communicate with all levels of people.
• Lift objects weighing up to 50 pounds, read complex documents, and pay attention to details.
• Operate UTA vehicles to evaluate and perform required tasks.
• Perform on-site inspections, which includes periodic travel out of state.
• This job requires regular and predictable attendance.

Pay Rate:

Pay Rate: $80,800 or more depending on experience

UTA’s benefits package for executive level administrative employees includes:

• Health, dental, vision, life/AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance, with Flexible Spending and Dependent Care accounts.
• Choice between Traditional Co-Pay or High-Deductible Health Plans for medical coverage.
• HSA with company match available to employees enrolled in the HDHP.
• Benefit plans include coverage for domestic partners (eligibility affidavit required for coverage).
• Onsite Health and Wellness Clinics for medical care at no cost to employees, spouses, domestic partners, and dependent children.
• Regular Administrative employees receive 22 days of paid time off (13 vacation days and 9 sick days), which accrue biweekly and increases with tenure at UTA.
• As an Executive employee, you will also receive an additional 7 days of vacation at the start of each calendar year. (Note: If you start after July 1st, For the first partial year, you will get an additional 3.5 days of vacation added to your bank immediately).
• 10 paid holidays and two paid (2) floating holidays per year.
• Retirement options – participation in a 457 Contribution Plan, available for immediate contributions and company Also, choose between a Pension Plan with a 5-year vesting schedule or a 401a with a fixed 15.5% yearly contribution.
• Generous tuition reimbursement for higher education, available for any higher education degree (bachelor, master, or PHD). Course of study must be approved prior to enrollment Training, development, and career advancement opportunities.
• Paid parental leave for birth, adoption, and child placement (after 12 months of employment).
• Free transit passes for employees, their spouses, and their dependent children.
• Employee assistance program – includes counseling, legal services, financial planning, etc.
• UTA Well – a comprehensive wellness program designed to support employees and dependents in their health and wellness goals.
• Free on-site fitness facilities and discounted membership to VASA Fitness PM21.

UTAH Transit Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer of all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, covered veterans, sexual orientation, and gender identity. Women, minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Applicants needing an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act for any part of the application process should contact UTA Human Resources at 801-287-2324. A minimum of two work days' notice prior to the need for the accommodation is required.

Utah Transit Authority is a drug-free workplace, subject to federal drug and alcohol testing regulations under 49 CFR Part 40, 655, and 219. All offers for employment are contingent upon a successful pre-employment drug test. If a pre-employment test returns a non-negative result, an application for employment may be rejected. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion and post-accident testing for drug and alcohol use. All safety sensitive employees are subject to random testing for drug and alcohol use.

We grow together. We succeed together. We are UTA, together.

A career with UTA offers a unique opportunity to make a difference in our communities while building a purposeful and rewarding career.