Jr. Systems Engineer

UNICO Engineering, Inc.; Folsom (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with matching

Employee assistance program

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

A leading Engineering firm in California is looking for a Junior Systems Engineer to join their expanding Systems Integration team. The role focuses on civil and transit systems integration, where you will manage complex systems and prepare technical documentation under senior staff guidance. Candidates should have 0–5 years of relevant experience and possess a degree in engineering. The company offers a flexible work environment and a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• 0–5 years of direct, related experience required.
• Valid driver’s license is mandatory.
• Must be able to pass pre-employment drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Perform systems engineering tasks along with administrative duties.
• Maintain the Requirements Management tool, ensuring audit readiness.
• Conduct verification and validation of rail civil designs.
• Prepare documentation as directed by senior staff.
• Collaborate effectively as part of a project team.

Skills

Systems engineering tasks

Requirements management

Fundamental knowledge of V&V

Microsoft Office suite

IBM DOORS or Jama familiarity

Education

Degree in a related engineering discipline

Job description

Pay Range

Base pay range: $75,000.00/yr – $82,000.00/yr. Additional pay will be based on skills and experience.

Company Overview

UNICO Engineering provides high‑quality Construction Management, Land Surveying, and Systems Integration services to public and private clients. With a spirit of cooperation and partnership, UNICO focuses on responsiveness, delivering value, and exceeding client expectations. The firm is fast‑growing, offers professional development and continuing education, and provides a flexible work environment with competitive compensation and benefits.

Job Description

UNICO’s Systems Integration team is expanding and seeks a Junior Systems Engineer or Systems Engineer. The role focuses on civil and transit systems integration (not IT). Responsibilities include managing complex systems to ensure they meet technical and performance requirements, overseeing V&V, and preparing reports under senior staff guidance.

Responsibilities

• Support project teams by performing systems engineering tasks and administrative activities, including requirements management, RAM, V&V, and interface management.
• Maintain the Requirements Management tool and processes, ensuring logs (submittal, RFI, approved changes) are accurate and audit‑ready throughout the project life.
• Conduct V&V of rail civil and systems designs to verify compliance.
• Prepare and submit reports and documentation as directed by senior staff.
• Operate primarily in an office setting.
• Multitask, prioritize work, and meet deadlines.
• Collaborate effectively as part of a team.
• Use the Microsoft Office suite and other relevant tools.
• Communicate quality written and verbal information.
• Work with requirements management tools such as IBM DOORS or Jama; familiarity is a benefit.
• Have certification or familiarity with INCOSE Systems Engineering Principles.

Qualifications

• 0–5 years of direct, related experience.
• Degree in a related engineering discipline.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to pass pre‑employment drug screening.

Benefits

• 401(k) with matching
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Additional Information

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Equal Employment Opportunity Employer: UNICO Engineering considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, medical condition, disability, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, ancestry, gender identity, transgender status, military/veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.