Mechanical Engineer 2

Metra Commuter Rail; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 79,000 - 118,000; Full time

Job summary

Metra Commuter Rail seeks a Mechanical Engineer II to design and oversee mechanical systems for railroad facilities and stations in the Chicago area. You will prepare specifications, perform load calculations, and ensure compliance with applicable codes and standards.

Responsibilities include coordinating with electricians, managing contracts, and providing project cost estimates and schedules. A Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering is required, with 5+ years of railroad-related design

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering is required.
• Five years of Mechanical Engineering design experience in mechanical systems, plumbing, fire protection, and BAS for railroad facilities.
• Knowledge of AUTOCADD or MicroStation software.
• Familiarity with QA procedures, HAP, Trane load software, and BAS controls.
• Knowledge of Chicago Mechanical Code, Chicago Building Code, NFPA, ASHRAE.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical design, engineering, construction management, and maintenance support for Metra lines, yards, shops, substations, facilities, stations, and HQ.
• Prepare design packages with drawings, equipment specs, and load calculations to ensure code compliance.
• Manage construction activities including bidding, awards, monitoring, site inspections, and contract changes.
• Provide cost estimates, schedules, and coordination with electricians and contractors.
• Supervise consultant contracts and lead scope development and design meetings.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Professional Engineer license (preferred)

Tools

AUTOCADD

MicroStation

HAP (Hourly Analysis Program)

Trane cooling/heating load software

BAS controls

Job description

The final salary will depend on the candidate's qualifications. Those with 8 years or more of required experience can expect offers up to the midpoint of the salary range. Metra provides full pay ranges so candidates can consider their growth potential.

Salary Range

$78,627.00 - $117,941.00

The final salary will depend on the candidate's qualifications. Those with 8 years or more of required experience can expect offers up to the midpoint of the salary range. Metra provides full pay ranges so candidates can consider their growth potential.

Qualified veterans who meet the minimum requirements will receive outreach during the recruitment process in accordance with Federal and State laws, including the Illinois Veterans Preference Act. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an interview or job offer. The most qualified candidate will be selected.

Reporting directly to the Director of Mechanical and Electrical Engineering Design, the Mechanical Engineer II will perform the mechanical design, engineering, construction management, and maintenance assistance on Metra commuter railroad lines, including yards, shops, substation systems, facilities, commuter stations, and Metra’s headquarters. Prepare design packages, including drawings, mechanical equipment specifications, and cooling and heating load calculations for various facilities and Building Automation System (BAS) control systems to ensure compliance with National and Chicago Mechanical and plumbing codes, National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), American Society of Heating, Refrigeration and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE), and mechanical industry standards. Perform construction management duties (bidding, contract awarding, monitoring and inspecting job sites, resolving construction problems, contract modifications, change orders, and invoice payments). Supervise the consultant blanket contracts; develop scope of work and organize design meetings, including phase reviews. Provide capital and maintenance project cost estimates and studies to determine accuracy and effectiveness of the designs; develop project construction schedules; and completes Grant Department project request forms and budget costs estimates. Provide direction and field assistance to maintenance electricians and outside contractors in recognizing and evaluating the condition and performance of existing mechanical and electrical systems. Perform other related duties as needed to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Metra is a railroad employer subject to the provisions of the Railroad Retirement Tax Act, not the Social Security Administration.

• Must have Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering.


• In addition to #1, must have five (5) years of Mechanical Engineering experience in design of mechanical systems, plumbing, fire protection, fire alarm and fueling systems, compressed air system, BAS control and other railroad specific mechanical systems.


• Must have working knowledge of AUTOCADD or Microstation software.


• Knowledge of quality assurance and control management procedures, Hourly Analysis Program (HAP), Trane cooling and heating load software, and BAS controls.


• Knowledge of Chicago Mechanical Code, Chicago Building Code, and NFPA, ASHRAE, plumbing codes.


• Must have excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.


• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.

• Professional Engineer license in Mechanical Engineering preferred.


• Class A, B & C certification for Underground Storage Tanks (UST) preferred.

Metra employees in an active review period under the current discipline policy or who have documented attendance or performance issues will not be considered and/or selected for this position.

Please note: Regardless of any state laws that legalize marijuana, Metra prohibits applicants and employees’ use or possession of marijuana (or marijuana paraphernalia), or having detectable amounts of marijuana in their bodies, including synthetic and/or non-synthetic substances such as THC for any reason for preemployment screening purposes, while on duty, subject to duty, on Metra property, or in Metra work equipment and vehicles.

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